HEPA Plus commits US$3,000 to support research and innovation in herbal medicine

The launch formed part of activities marking the 25th anniversary of the Department HEPA Plus has committed an initial US$3,000 seed fund to support research and innovation in herbal medicine through the launch of the HEPA Plus Awards Scheme (HAS) at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

According to Dr Agyemang, the awards scheme seeks to promote safe, effective and high-quality herbal medicine through scientific research, support young researchers with the potential to make meaningful contributions to healthcare, and encourage innovation capable of creating businesses, jobs and lasting impact.

Applications for the HEPA Plus Awards Scheme are now open to researchers, students and practitioners interested in advancing herbal medicine through scientific research and innovation.