Fully Open: ARA Foundation ₦1 Million Research Grant for Nigerian Biomedical Researchers

The Adewuyi Research Animal Foundation (ARA Foundation) has officially opened its January–February 2026 Research Grant Phase, offering Nigerian biomedical researchers the opportunity to share in a ₦1,000,000 Research Animal Grant.

This grant is designed to support animal-based biomedical research across Nigerian tertiary institutions and encourage ethical, high-quality scientific investigations.

Grant Value

• ₦1,000,000 Research Animal Grant
• The total grant amount will be shared among selected beneficiaries

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

• Must be a citizen of Nigeria
• Open to biomedical researchers (both undergraduate and postgraduate)
• Applicants must be enrolled in any Nigerian tertiary institution
• Researchers from all biomedical disciplines are eligible
• Having ethical approval for animal research is an added advantage

Application Timeline

• Application Opens: 1st January 2026
• Application Closes: 21st January 2026

Late applications will not be considered.

Who Should Apply?

This grant is ideal for:

• Undergraduate biomedical students conducting animal research
• Postgraduate students (Master’s & PhD) in biomedical or life sciences
• Early-career researchers using animal models
• Researchers seeking support for ethical animal-based experiments

How to Apply

Interested and eligible applicants should apply through the official ARA Foundation website

Important Notes

• The grant focuses strictly on biomedical research involving animals
• Ethical compliance strengthens your application
• Selection is competitive and merit-based
• Only applicants who meet the stated criteria will be considered

FAQs

Is this grant open to Nigerians only?
Yes. Only Nigerian citizens are eligible.

Can undergraduate students apply?
Yes. Both undergraduate and postgraduate biomedical researchers can apply.

Is ethical approval compulsory?
It is not compulsory, but having ethical approval for animal research is a strong advantage.

Is the ₦1,000,000 given to one person?
No. The ₦1,000,000 grant will be shared among selected beneficiaries.

Can applicants from any Nigerian university apply?
Yes. Applicants from all tertiary institutions in Nigeria are eligible.