{"id":712,"date":"2025-12-12T09:40:03","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T08:40:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kcgh.nl\/?page_id=712"},"modified":"2026-06-04T10:43:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T08:43:19","slug":"thesis-phd-prize","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kcgh.nl\/en\/scriptie-phd-prijs","title":{"rendered":"Thesis \/ PhD prize"},"content":{"rendered":"

The annual KCGH Thesis and PhD Prize encourages starting researchers and makes research within global health visible. With this award, the Global Health Knowledge Centre (KCGH) puts the spotlight on innovative and creative research and promotes knowledge that contributes to equitable and sustainable healthcare worldwide.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At KCGH, we believe that progress in global health starts with strong and innovative research. With the Thesis and PhD Prize, we recognise students and PhD students whose work contributes to better health outcomes, both locally and globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With this award, we encourage innovative thinking within global health, support start-up researchers and strengthen the connection between research and societal impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\u20ac500<\/p>\n

Bachelor theses (WO and HBO)<\/p>\n

For an undergraduate thesis distinguished by innovation and social relevance within global health.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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\u20ac500<\/p>\n

Master theses<\/p>\n

For a master's thesis with an innovative and impactful contribution to global health.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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\u20ac500<\/p>\n

Thesis or dissertation in the field of Global Child Health<\/p>\n

For an undergraduate\/master's thesis or dissertation focusing on global child health.<\/p>Offered by Global Child Health expertise group<\/em><\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n

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\u20ac1000<\/p>\n

PhD thesis<\/p>\n

For a dissertation that offers significant new insights within global health.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

\n The award can be used for further professional development, such as continuing research, attending training courses or strengthening collaborations.\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key dates in 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1 May 2026<\/p>\n

Opening submissions<\/p>\n

The new edition opens for undergraduate, graduate and PhD submissions.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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1 October 2026<\/p>\n

Deadline<\/p>\n

Last day to submit your thesis or dissertation.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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26 October 2026 19:00 - 21:00<\/p>\n

Workshop for participants<\/p>\n\n

All participants are invited to the workshop\n Impact through creative science communication<\/a>\n From The Online Scientist.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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28 October 2026<\/p>\n

Announcement to participants<\/p>\n

Winners will be announced to participants.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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18 November 2026<\/p>\n

Prize ceremony<\/p>\n

\n The prizes will be presented during the KCGH Fall Symposium<\/a>.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Previous editions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n \n Edition 2025\n <\/summary>\n\n
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\n From 26 entries, the jury selected research distinguished by scientific quality, innovation and social relevance. The award-winning studies show how academic research contributes to health equity and better care worldwide.\n <\/p>\n\n

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PhD award<\/p>\n

Merel van der Stelt<\/p>\n

3D Technology in Prosthetic Care: Enhancing Accessibility in Sierra Leone<\/p>\n

\n Her research shows how 3D printing and AI-assisted design can increase accessibility to prosthetic care, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges of technological innovation in local healthcare systems.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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Master prize<\/p>\n

Wallace Watson<\/p>\n

Understanding the Characteristics of Tuberculosis Cases Missed by Chest X-Ray<\/p>\n

\n This study shows which groups are at risk of false-negative tuberculosis diagnoses and highlights the importance of improved diagnostic strategies for fairer care.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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Master prize - Global Child Health<\/p>\n

Thijs Wijnheijmer<\/p>\n

The Impact of Transfer Learning in Paediatric Critical Illness Event Prediction<\/p>\n

\n His research shows how data and AI can contribute to better and more accessible care for seriously ill children worldwide.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n

\n \n Edition 2024\n <\/summary>\n\n
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\n KCGH received 36 high-quality entries, highlighting the diversity and impact of research within global health. The selected winners show how academic work contributes to important issues such as health equity, access to care and vulnerable groups.\n <\/p>\n\n

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Bachelor Prize<\/p>\n

Lara Schmale-H\u00fcsemann<\/p>\n

Health Equity Analysis of the Africa CDC Strategy on Non-Communicable Diseases<\/p>\n

\n Her research offers a critical analysis of how health equity is integrated into policy and exposes where improvements are needed.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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Master prize<\/p>\n

Robert Dasovi\u0107<\/p>\n

Unheard Voices: Navigating the lives of homeless people<\/p>\n

\n This research provides insight into the experiences of vulnerable groups and highlights the importance of person-centred and trauma-informed care.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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PhD prize - Global Child Health<\/p>\n

Tom Jacobs<\/p>\n

Accelerating access to optimal anti-infective treatment for children living with HIV<\/p>\n

\n His work focuses on improving access to essential treatment for children in low-income countries.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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PhD award<\/p>\n

Lennart Maljaars<\/p>\n

Surgical Care and Innovation for Vesicovaginal Fistula<\/p>\n

\n This research combines medical innovation with attention to social context and stigma, with the aim of better care for women worldwide.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

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