L’Oréal African Hair and Skin Research Grant 2022

Application for the 2022 L’Oreal African Hair & Skin Research grant is ongoing!

L’Oréal has long been committed to a better understanding of the characteristics of skin and hair in Africa. In line with this vision, L’Oréal Medical Directorate created the L’Oréal African Hair and Skin Research Grant in 2013.

It is aimed at clinical, basic and molecular researchers studying hair and skin physiology. The grant is opened to certified dermatologists, epidemiologists and scientists in Africa.

Who can apply for L’Oréal African Hair & Skin Research Grant?

L’Oréal African Hair and Skin Research Grant are aimed at clinical, basic, and molecular researchers studying hair and skin physiology. The grant is open to certified dermatologists, epidemiologists, and scientists in Africa.

In accordance with the terms and conditions set forth below, it is mutually agreed to establish a research grant aimed at sponsoring clinical research and basic research on African skin & hair in the following fields:

Skin immunology
Skin photobiology
Wound healing
Skin pigmentation
Hair pigmentation
Skin barrier function, Stratum Corneum
Skin neurophysiology/ sensitive skin/heat sensation
Hair characterization
Skin aging
Skin tissue engineering
Sebaceous physiology and oily skin epidemiology
Biology of hair growth
Hair loss
Scalp biology

The above research projects may be based on laboratory work, clinical research, or epidemiology research.

The Grant application is open to, certified dermatologists (with a registration number); scientists specializing in hair & skin research, epidemiologists interested in hair & skin.

The principal investigator will be responsible for satisfactory completion of the relevant project and will be responsible for approval of the grant by contract. He/she is denominated as “selected applicant”

Which Countries are Eligible?

African countries

L’Oréal African Hair & Skin Research Grant- Benefits

This year, another successful investigator, chosen by a panel of African and international scientific jury, will be awarded the grand prize up to 20,000.00€ for a one-year project.

The grant winner will also gain visibility and a network of scientists to tailor and guide their research thus opening the door for future opportunities.

In addition, all applicants will receive personalised feedback on submitted research proposal from the selected panel of African and international experts of African hair and skin.

How to Apply for Scholarship:

French and English applications are accepted. For a list of possible topics to motivate your application, please see the topics of past winners or contact Damilola FAJUYIGBE
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When is the Application Deadline:

Entry submission closes on 4th February 2022, 23h59.

FAQs on L’Oréal African Hair and Skin Research Grant

Up to 20,000.00€ for a one-year project.