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The Africa America Beauty Alliance (AABA), in collaboration with the University of Nairobi, Meru University of Science and Technology, and university partners across Africa, invites outstanding students and early-career researchers to apply for the inaugural ITSCE Research Fellowship Program.
This multidisciplinary fellowship brings together some of Africa’s brightest scientific minds to help build one of the continent’s first Integrated Translational Science & Commercialization Ecosystem (ITSCE) a new model designed to transform scientific discovery into products, industries, jobs, and sustainable economic development.
We are seeking exceptional applicants in the following disciplines:
- Public Health / Epidemiology
- Molecular Biology / Skin Cell Biology
- Data Science / Artificial Intelligence
- Social Science
- Ethnobotany / Natural Products Science
- Regulatory Science / Pharmaceutical Science
- Dermatological Scientist / Clinical Dermatologist
Unlike traditional research programs, ITSCE prepares fellows to move beyond academic publication.
Participants will gain experience in:
🔬 Scientific Research
🧪 Laboratory Validation
💡 Product Innovation
🏭 Commercialization
📈 Economic Development
🤝 University-Industry Collaboration
🌍 International Research Partnerships
See Our Impact
Creating Real Opportunity Through Beauty, Science & Innovation
The Africa America Beauty Alliance (AABA) measures impact through education, scientific research, entrepreneurship, workforce development, and economic empowerment. By connecting universities, researchers, students, local farmers, beauty entrepreneurs, industry partners, and communities, we create pathways that transform knowledge into opportunity and innovation into sustainable growth.
Our work extends beyond products and programs to build long-term systems that support job creation, indigenous ingredient innovation, business development, and inclusive economic prosperity across Africa and the African Diaspora.
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What We Do Best at AABA
AABA bridges the gap between discovery and impact.
We connect scientific research, indigenous knowledge, entrepreneurship, and commercialization to create new opportunities for innovation, workforce development, and economic growth. Through strategic partnerships across academia, industry, agriculture, and community organizations, we help transform African ideas, resources, and talent into globally relevant solutions.
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What Clients Say About AABA
Average Rating 4.8
— Clean Beauty Influencer
“Through AABA, I was able to work with international clean beauty brands while staying true to my audience and culture. I gained education, paid opportunities, and global exposure, all in one platform.”
Cultural & Tourism Partners
AABA collaborates with cities, tourism boards, and cultural organizations to activate beauty as a driver of creativity, culture, and economic opportunity.
Through beauty-led events, campaigns, and experiences, we connect global audiences to African culture, supporting tourism, local talent, and community-driven growth.
- City-based beauty and culture activations
- Tourism and destination storytelling
- Creative collaborations and global exposure
- Local economic empowerment