UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND, JOHANNESBURG

Faculty Research Funding

The Faculty Research Office is responsible for the administration of several research funds. Some of these funds exist due to the generosity of alumni and donors who have established Trusts or Endowment Funds. Other funds are made available by the Faculty and the University. Members of the Faculty Research Committee play a vital role in reviewing funding aplpications submitted by Health Sciences staff and students.

The Faculty Research Office co-ordinates the application and award processes for the following grants: (click on the name of each fund or grant for more information)

1. Conference Travel Grants

2. Equipment Funding

  • Minor equipment
  • Major equipment

3. Grants and Endowments

All Postgraduate students (including MMed/MDent) are also encouraged to submit applications for grants.

Grants to individuals administrated by the Faculty Research Committee (FRC):

  • Iris Ellen Hodges Cardiovascular Research Trust
  • Iris Ellen Hodges Trust: Stress and Emotional Problems
  • Medical Faculty Research Endowment Fund
  • Faculty Research Committee Individual Grant

Other grants to individuals:

4. Fellowships