Are you a final-year pharmacy student in Nigeria with a research project in progress? PIH Africa is offering two research grants of ₦250,000 each to help you fund your final-year project and publish your findings in a peer-reviewed journal. The deadline is 15 November 2026.
PIH Pharmacy Research Grant at a Glance
- Funding: Two grants of ₦250,000 each
- Who can apply: Final-year B.Pharm or Pharm.D students in the 2026/2027 session
- Research status: Data collection must not be complete
- Key requirement: A signed supervisor letter dated on or after 15 October 2026
- Deadline: 11:59 p.m. West Africa Time (WAT), 15 November 2026
About the PIH Africa Research Grant 2026
PIH Africa (Pharma Incubation Hub Ltd/Gte) is accepting applications for its 2026 Research Grant for Final-Year Pharmacy Students in Nigeria. Two successful students will each receive ₦250,000 to support their final-year research projects.
The grant supports studies that address practical healthcare challenges. It also includes assistance towards publishing your findings in a peer-reviewed journal, with you as the first author.
Who Can Apply for the PIH Research Grant?
You are eligible if you are:
- An undergraduate Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) student in a Nigerian faculty or school accredited by the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria
- In your final year during the 2026/2027 academic session
- The lead investigator on your final-year research project
- At a stage where your research has begun or is about to begin, provided data collection is not complete
- Supported by a research supervisor willing to provide a signed letter
- Holding ethical approval, or proof of an ethical approval application, where the study requires it
Who Is Not Eligible?
The following applicants cannot apply:
- Postgraduates and graduates
- Students of other health-related courses
- Students whose projects are already completed
- Projects that are already fully funded
Only one application per student is allowed. A group project may apply through one lead student, who must be the first author and will receive the grant if selected.
Eligible Research Topics
Your proposal must address questions with the potential to improve health, healthcare delivery, health services or public health. PIH Africa particularly welcomes research on:
- Antimicrobial resistance and responsible antibiotic use
- Medicine access, quality, affordability and safety
- Pharmaceutical care, community pharmacy and primary care
- Non-communicable conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, cancer and mental health
- Malaria, HIV, tuberculosis and vaccination
- Tobacco, alcohol and substance use
- Maternal, child and adolescent health
- Health systems, policy and digital health
Laboratory, formulation and phytochemical research may also qualify if its expected results have a clear route to improving outcomes for patients or populations.
What Can the ₦250,000 Grant Cover?
Each award is paid in one lump sum.
| Covered | Not Covered |
|---|---|
| Data collection | Tuition fees |
| Research assistants | Personal upkeep |
| Laboratory consumables | Supervisor honoraria |
| Ethics fees | |
| Analysis software | |
| Article processing charges | |
| Conference registration |
You may request less than ₦250,000, but you must justify every item in your proposed budget.
Documents You Need to Apply
Prepare the following before you start:
- Completed application form containing a 500-1,000-word research proposal in Part E
- Proof of studentship
- Ethical approval documentation, where applicable
- Supervisor’s signed support letter
What the Supervisor’s Letter Must Include
The letter must be on institutional letterhead and dated 15 October 2026 or later. It must:
- Identify the student, matriculation number, final-year status, research project and supervisor
- Confirm that data collection is incomplete
- State the ethical approval position and project feasibility
- Commit the supervisor to supporting manuscript submission, with you as first author
How to Apply for the PIH Research Grant
- Visit the PIH Africa research grant webpage and download the Word application form.
- Complete the form and write your research proposal under the specified Part E headings.
- Prepare the supervisor’s letter, proof of studentship and ethical approval documents, if applicable.
- Convert the completed application form to a PDF named Surname_Application.pdf.
- Email all required documents together to pihresearchgrant@gmail.com.
- Use the subject line: PIH Research Grant 2026 – Surname – University.
Applications must be sent by 11:59 p.m. WAT on 15 November 2026. You should receive an automatic acknowledgement email after submitting.
Tips for a Stronger Application
- Get your supervisor’s letter early. It must be dated on or after 15 October 2026, so older letters will not be accepted.
- Link your topic to real health outcomes. Show clearly how your results could benefit patients or communities.
- Justify every naira. Itemise your budget and explain why each cost is necessary.
- Check your file name and subject line. Follow the required formats exactly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the PIH Research Grant?
Two students will each receive ₦250,000, paid as a single lump sum.
Who can apply?
Final-year B.Pharm or Pharm.D students in Nigeria for the 2026/2027 session, provided data collection is not yet complete.
What is the deadline?
Applications close at 11:59 p.m. WAT on 15 November 2026.
Can I apply as a group?
Yes, through one lead student, who must be the first author and will receive the grant if selected.
Can postgraduates apply?
No. Postgraduates, graduates and students of other health-related courses are not eligible.
Does the grant cover tuition?
No. It does not cover tuition fees, personal upkeep or supervisor honoraria.
