Healthcare Sector Research and Development Intervention (Grant) Scheme (HSRDIS)

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The Healthcare Sector Research and Development Intervention was established in May 2020 to help strengthen the public healthcare system with innovative financing of research and development in new and improved drugs, vaccines and diagnostics of infectious diseases in Nigeria.

Objectives:

• Providing grants for research and development in new, or revalidation of drug molecules, phytomedicines and vaccines for the control, prevention and treatment of infectious diseases in Nigeria.
• Providing grants for research and development in new, or revalidation of drug molecules, phytomedicines and vaccines for the control, prevention and treatment of infectious diseases in Nigeria.
• Improving the capacity of the biotechnological and pharmaceutical companies, institutions, researchers, and research institutes in the development of approved Nigerian drugs, herbal medicines and vaccines for infectious diseases.
• Supporting capacity of relevant health agencies towards attaining World Health Organization (WHO) Maturity Level 3, a prerequisite for manufacturing of vaccines in Nigeria.
• Facilitating partnership between academia (researchers, research institutes and universities) and industry into the research and development of drugs, phytomedicines and vaccines in Nigeria.

How can I apply?Through the portal

Is this a grant? Yes

Is it for all researchers? No. Applicable only to health researchers

What is the maximum amount to apply? N550 Million

Is it still open for application? The portal is currently closed.