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James Gear International Fellowship

Poliomyelitis Research Foundation

The award, which is at present R 350,000 + flight (one year only), is for outstanding candidates to enable them to develop their research careers in overseas academic institutions.
The fellowship is a prestige award made only to those eminently well qualified to receive it.
Those eligible for the award are postgraduates with at least a medical degree or degree in veterinary sciences or a doctorate in the sciences or equivalents.
Potential applicants may need to be interviewed by members of the Scientific Advisory Panel.
Fellows will be required to give an undertaking to return to South Africa for at least 3 years upon completion of their research project internationally.
Preference will be given to South African citizens or individuals with permanent resident status.
The deadlines for submission of applications must strictly be adhered to. Applications must arrive at the NICD on or before the deadline date. No late applications will be considered.
Ensure that all sections of the form are completed and all requested documents uploaded before submission.
On return to South Africa, the applicant can apply for an amount of R 250,000 for a 1-year post-fellowship research grant at an approved South African Institution.
After completion of your James Gear International Fellowship Grant, a Final Report Form MUST be submitted and can be downloaded from here. Please send the completed form to prf@nicd.ac.za

AI Based Application Success Predictor

Here’s how reviewers and the Scientific Advisory Panel typically assess applications — based on the PRF’s formal evaluation criteria for grants:

✔ 1. Scientific Merit & Rigor

Reviewers look for clear, hypothesis-driven science with:

Well-defined research questions

Sound methodology and laboratory/epidemiological approaches

Innovative aspects and scientific clarity

Predictor: Proposal articulates a strong scientific rationale and rigorous design.prf.ac.za

✔ 2. Orientation Toward Virology Research

The PRF prioritizes virus-focused research (including poliovirus and broader virology) over purely clinical disease outcome studies.

Predictor: Project focuses on virological mechanisms, virus epidemiology, pathogenesis, host–virus interactions, or virus ecology.prf.ac.za

✔ 3. Relevance to Human Viral Diseases in South Africa

Impact on public health in South Africa is a core criterion:

Does the research address a virus of public health significance in SA?

Could it inform disease prevention, control, or intervention strategies locally?

Predictor: Proposal clearly explains local epidemiological relevance and health impact.prf.ac.za

✔ 4. Applicant Track Record

For Research Grants, applicants should demonstrate:

Independent research experience

A significant publication record

Evidence of leading previous research programs

Predictor: A strong track record signals capacity to deliver and sustain research excellence.prf.ac.za

✔ 5. Resources & Environment

Evaluators consider whether the applicant’s institution provides:

Adequate human resources (technical support, collaborators)

Laboratory infrastructure suited to proposed virology work

Access to required materials or data

Predictor: Detailed description of institutional support and collaborations enhances feasibility.prf.ac.za

✔ 6. Achievability and Realistic Timeline

Projects must set achievable goals within the proposed timeline (often up to three years). Reviewers assess whether the objectives are:

Clearly sequenced

Feasible given resources and time

Supported by a well-justified plan

Predictor: A logically structured research plan with realistic milestones.prf.ac.za

✔ 7. Budget Realism

The budget is evaluated for relevance and necessity to support the proposed aims. Reviewers check whether:

Funds are allocated to directly relevant activities

The budget reflects real costs and does not include unnecessary items

Co-funding or existing resources are leveraged where applicable

Predictor: A clear, realistic, and justified budget increases competitiveness.prf.ac.za

✔ 8. Potential for Intervention or Health Impact

Although mechanistic research is prioritized, reviewers consider whether the project could inform realistic interventions for viral diseases.

Predictor: Results that could contribute to disease control strategies, diagnostics, surveillance, or public health policy may fare better.prf.ac.za

🧠 Additional Notes on PRF Funding Context

Regular deadlines: Research Grants and other competitive calls typically close annually on 28 February, with forms and all documentation required by that date.prf.ac.za

Bursaries: For postgraduate students (BSc Hons/MSc/PhD), separate bursary applications exist and are evaluated on academic merit and project potential.bursaries.co.za

Research groups and applicants should strictly follow submission instructions and ensure forms are complete — late or incomplete applications are not considered.prf.ac.za

🧠 Summary Checklist for Competitive PRF Grants

Predictor	Why It Matters
Virology focus	Aligns with PRF mission.prf.ac.za
Scientific rigor	Core research quality measure.prf.ac.za
Public health relevance	Relevance to SA health priorities.prf.ac.za
Applicant track record	Confidence in delivery.prf.ac.za
Resources & collaborations	Feasibility.prf.ac.za
Achievability	Realistic project planning.prf.ac.za
Budget justification	Efficient use of funds.prf.ac.za
Potential health impact	Toward disease control or intervention

Specialties

General Medicine

Eligibility Requirements

Those eligible for the award are postgraduates with at least a medical degree or degree in veterinary sciences or a doctorate in the sciences or equivalents.

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: Poliomyelitis Research Foundation

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: 1 Modderfontein Road Sandringham Johannesburg

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