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2013 Projects
Catalytic Seed Funding
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Photosensitization in controlling aflatoxins accumulation in maize
AgricultureUsing photosensitization technology to treat maize contaminated with Aspergillus flavus to prevent fatal illness.
Value Chain Analysis of Cowpeas & Bambara groundnuts
Food SecurityIncreasing productivity and post-harvest handling of cowpeas as an inexpensive protein source.
Harnessing agro-biodiversity for sustained food security
ClimateImproving access to nutritious food and reducing climatic risk through agrobiodiversity.
High quality extruded foods for mother/child nutrition
NutritionAlleviating Protein-Energy Malnutrition (PEM) through locally available grains.
AAUN coalition to support improved nutrition and health
Public HealthAddressing chronic under-nutrition and obesity through food production and distribution analysis.
Reducing hypertension through salt reduction strategies
Public HealthDeveloping population-wide salt reduction strategies to reduce hypertension risk in SSA.
Integrating HIV and gender into mining environmental assessments
MiningReducing HIV transmission risk near large-scale projects through enhanced EIA policy.
2014 Projects
14 Projects Funded
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Surveillance and monitoring of food security for Africa
Food SecurityBuilding a research network for food safety surveillance in poultry meat production.
Food supply in the context of trade, agriculture and nutrition
TradeUnderstanding policy levers to influence urban food supply and promote healthier diets.
Mining for a Healthier Community
Health & MiningInforming new strategies in the implementation of health rights for mining populations.
Special Economic Zones (SEZ): Law and Economics
EconomicsEvaluating success and failure of SEZs as a strategy for economic development.
Estimation of Rock Size Distributions Using Image Analysis
TechnologyDeveloping image analysis algorithms to estimate ore particle size distribution.
21st Century Skills: Rapid e-Learning Tools
EducationEquipping educators with ICT integration skills through a Postgraduate program.
Master of Biosafety Joint Development Project
BiosafetyEstablishing a sustainable biosafety postgraduate program for sub-Saharan Africa.
Mapping Australia-Africa Partnerships in Higher Education
EducationMapping student/staff exchange and research collaborations between universities.
Mapping HR and Entrepreneurial Networks in EAC Special Economic Zones
BusinessDeveloping a framework and base data for SEZ project framing.
Integrated design of extruded foods for nutrition and health
NutritionDelivering foods with targeted nutritional quality to improve wellbeing.
Sweetpotato postharvest-handling technologies
AgricultureDeveloping safety and quality processing technologies for Kenyan sweetpotatoes.
Enhancing community-based farming via soil-water-nutrient management
AgricultureInvestigating low agricultural productivity and resolving it through research diffusion.
Indigenous Edible Insects and Mother/Child Nutrition (Mopani)
NutritionEvaluating potential of insects to contribute to mother/child nutrition.
Developing and retaining the next generation of academics
EducationStrategy to develop and retain academic researchers within Africa.
Agro-biodiversity in Context of Climate Variability
ClimateImplementation plan for collaborative research on food security and climate risks.
AAUN coalition to support improved nutrition (Extension)
NutritionKnowledge-sharing workshop for researchers from Australia and Africa.
2015 Projects
5 Projects Funded
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Academics without doctorates: nature and extent of under qualification
EducationInvestigating causes of the “PhD Problem” in SA, Mauritius, and Australia.
Monitoring food security practices from retail to home
Food SafetyDeveloping a food safety determination system for chicken at consumption points.
Agro-diverse farming systems: potential for improving Food Security
Food SecurityProviding pathways for implementation to improve food access and reduce climate risk.
Phase Two: Nutritional value of Mopane Worms
NutritionAlleviating PEM through high-quality extruded foods from local grains/legumes.
Integrated whole-of-grain utilisation of cereal-legume composite
HealthInvestigating extrusion as part of integrated processing for high antioxidant ingredients.
2016 Projects
9 Projects Funded
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Food Security and Antibiotic Resistance in Chicken Processing
Food SafetyDeveloping a robust food safety determination system for chicken.
Mobile based Information System for Nutrition driven Agriculture
TechnologyMinimizing ‘hidden hunger’ through timely access to context-specific information via mobile.
New plant breeding methods for food production security
AgricultureEvaluating crop breeding methods arising from animal breeding.
Food composition data for animal-source foods in SSA
Food DataPopulating existing data to develop a single open-access reference source.
Urbanisation and Impact on Peri-urban Water/Food Security
EnvironmentUnderstanding complex land use patterns to improve water/food security in African cities.
Minimizing waste via value addition of fresh produce
AgricultureEstablishing pilot Innovation Platforms to reduce postharvest losses.
Future Legumes – Linking climate change and nutritional needs
ClimateEmbedding a research training program within an international climate/nutrition project.
Education Leadership for Knowledge Society Development
EducationConducting capacity-building workshops to equip educators with leadership skills.
Millet-based Functional Food Products for Obesity/Diabetes
Public HealthDietary approach to preventing and managing chronic diseases.
2018 Projects
8 Awards Made
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Improved food security and biodiversity outcomes
EnvironmentImproving food security without negatively affecting biodiversity.
Aquaculture Production and Sustainable Livelihoods
LivelihoodsHelping fish-farming projects contribute to improved nutrition and empowerment for women.
Community-based Social Network for Mitigating Hidden Hunger
NutritionEmploying a community-based social network to mitigate micronutrient deficiencies.
Mapping Australia-Africa Partnerships in Higher Education
EducationMapping study to highlight extent and quality of existing university agreements.
Profiling and monitoring of Listeria monocytogenes
Food SafetyInitiating collaborative research to inform decision making by policy makers in food safety.
Empowerment in the Workplace: Study of Women in Africa
GenderInvestigating women’s roles in various sectors to lead to empowerment in the workplace.
AAUN-FLoRET: Future Legumes Research, Education & Training
ClimateForming a graduate training program focused on climate resilient agriculture.
Enabling a food-phosphorus-sanitation sustainability network
SustainabilityLinking food, phosphorus, and sanitation to improve farmer livelihoods and crop yields.
2019 Projects
10 Seed Grants Awarded
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Economic development, health and nutrition for sustainability
SustainabilityInvestigating reforms shaping sustainable development goals in Africa and Australia.
Transitioning to a sustainable future through STEM training
EducationForming collaborative networks in sustainability and climate change transitioning.
Dehydrated products from traditional vegetables as meal replacement
HealthInvestigating health benefits and economic benefits for rural populations.
Wind-borne soil erosion and microbial characteristics of dust
EnvironmentCharacterizing major hydrological and agricultural-related dust sources.
Addressing disaster and climate change-related displacement
MigrationFormulating policy recommendations and networks for disaster displacement.
Integrating Urban Green Infrastructure and Food Security
EconomicsImproving thought and practice regarding urban green space and smart green cities.
Australia-Africa macadamia plant protection research network
AgricultureBoosting African research programs to benefit macadamia production and livelihoods.
Development, diplomacy and the diaspora: Agenda 2063
DiplomacyIdentifying contributions by the African diaspora to AU’s Agenda 2063.
Smallholder Dairy Cooperatives in ODA Countries
Economic DevBenchmarking performance and identifying barriers to enhance welfare.
Food Insecurity and Nutrition of African Refugee Children
Public HealthEstablishing future research priorities to address food insecurity in refugees.
2020 Projects
8 Catalyst Seed Grants
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Plasma activated water for fresh fish in Africa
PreservationInvestigating plasma ice application for fresh fish preservation and shipping.
Women Early Career Researchers (WECRs) in Food Systems
Capacity BuildingInvestigating engagement of WECRs across multiple food system interactions.
Performance Measurement for Social Scientists in Agriculture
Capacity BuildingDeveloping capacity of ECRs to conduct empirical research for agriculture.
Keeping iodine on the food policy agenda
Public HealthInforming iodine fortification strategies alongside salt reduction policies.
Transitioning females through STEM training and research
EducationGrowing school girl interest in STEM to increase enrollments at tertiary level.
Securing Water Supplies – Participatory Groundwater Monitoring
WaterPiloting village level approaches to improve groundwater supplies.
Addressing Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
Public HealthExchanging good practice to prevent FGM and better care for affected women.
Nutrient density and protein quality of processed meat
NutritionProviding expertise and collaborative research on nutrient density of animal products.
2024 Projects
8 Catalyst Seed Grants
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Inclusivity in Virtual Study Tours: Technology in Learning
EqualityUsing technology to foster transformational learning and social cohesion.
Climate change resilience in higher education
EnvironmentBuilding innovative capability and climate resilience in HE sectors.
Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) perception among adolescents
Public HealthKnowledge comparison across continents for human wellbeing.
Civil society participation in energy transition minerals governance
EnvironmentComparative case studies of lithium development in Africa and Australia.
Gender Dynamics in Energy Transitions
GenderInvestigating environment and energy transition through a gender lens.
Sustainable Luxury Ecotourism Development
EcotourismEnhancing well-being in rural destinations through host community factors.
Enhancing pigeonpea and indigenous crop food systems
Food SystemsTechnological and agronomic advancements for sustainable food systems.
Harnessing Biogas for Sustainable Milk Preservation
EnvironmentEmpowering cattle farmers in off-grid areas of Uganda.
2025 Projects
8 Catalyst Seed Grants
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Indigenous Knowledge and Green Innovation Cancer Solutions
Public HealthCo-creating health solutions from African medicinal plants.
Foundations for Digital Mental Health Telehealth Systems
Digital HealthComparative study of emerging models and established systems.
Food Waste in School Meal Programs in Rwanda
Food SystemsPathway to resilient and sustainable food systems.
Bridging Continents through Clean Energy Research
Clean EnergyResearch on electrochemical materials for energy transition.
Predictive modelling of hydrochar from food waste
EnvironmentAdsorption of H2S from biogas for energy transition.
Collaborative team to improve chronic disease outcomes
Public HealthBuilding a team for human wellbeing in Africa and Australia.
AI Governance in Africa and Australia
TechnologyOpportunities, security, and ethical considerations for AI digital revolution.
Empowering youth through educational sustainable energy
EducationCapacity building for youth in rural regions.