U.S.-Africa Frontiers of Science, Engineering, and Medicine
Based on the success of the National Academies' Kavli Frontiers of Science Program and National Academy of Engineering's Frontiers of Engineering, the U.S.-Africa Frontiers of Science, Engineering, and Medicine program convenes series of symposia to bring together early-career researchers from the United States and African Union member countries to discuss exciting advances and opportunities in their fields.
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March 2, 2026 - March 19, 2026
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Senegalese Press Video 4th US-Africa Frontiers Symposium
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Seneweb News Article- Africa-U.S. scientific cooperation
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Event Highlight Reel
First U.S.-Africa Science, Engineering and Medicine Symposium
Event Highlight Reel
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Le Soleil News Article Dakar Hosts U.S.-Africa Science Symposium
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Senegal Press Agency News Article ANSTS Collaborates with NASEM
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Buckeyes participate in inaugural U.S.-Africa science, engineering and medicine symposium
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