Researcher–Sciencepreneur Collaboration Grant (RSCG 2026)

Funding CHF 5,000 – 20,000 per project Up to 12 months project duration ~20 grants available 👥 Who Can Apply? At least one Swiss partner (researcher or sciencepreneur) from a Swiss institution. At least one African partner (researcher or science-based entrepreneur). The Swiss partner is the lead applicant and manages finances. Malawi is fully eligible! 🚀 What Can Be Funded? Prototyping Co-design workshops Field validation Market discovery Proof-of-concept activities Immersion stays Applied training & collaboration Early translation of research into applications Open to all thematic fields — from health and agriculture to technology and social innovation. 📅 Key Dates Application Deadline: 31 August 2026 Eligibility Screening: Week of 7 September Jury Review: 8–19 September Decisions Announced: End of September Grant Agreements Signed: Mid-October Projects Begin / First Payment: End of October 🤝 How Malawians Can Find Swiss Partners Swiss universities: Reach out to ETH Zurich, University of Basel, University of Geneva, or EPFL — many have Africa-focused programs. Swiss Leading House Africa: Contact the program office directly; they maintain networks of Swiss researchers seeking African collaborators. Professional networks: Use LinkedIn, ResearchGate, and Academia.edu to connect with Swiss researchers in your field. Innovation hubs: Platforms like Venturelab and F6S host Swiss sciencepreneurs open to collaboration. Local university offices: The University of Malawi and Malawi University of Science and Technology often have existing Swiss partnerships — ask your research office for contacts. 🌟 Why Apply? This grant bridges research, innovation, and entrepreneurship to deliver solutions that matter. It’s a unique chance for Malawian innovators to connect with Swiss expertise, secure funding, and bring science-based ideas to life.