Our Projects and Research
Cameroon Student Research Revival Project
In Cameroon, thousands of students work hard to complete research projects as part of their academic journey—from first degree to master's and PhD levels. These projects often involve months of effort, deep thinking, and valuable findings. Yet, sadly, over 99% of student research is never published or shared beyond the classroom. This means that important ideas, discoveries, and solutions are lost, forgotten, or never seen by the wider world.
This lack of publication creates a major gap in Cameroon’s academic and innovation landscape. Students miss out on recognition, career opportunities, and the chance to contribute to national development. Universities lose the chance to showcase the quality of their academic work. And society misses out on research that could solve real problems in health, education, agriculture, technology, and more.
The Cameroon Initiative For Research and Innovation (CIRI) sees this as a challenge we must solve. Through the Cameroon Student Research Revival Project, CIRI aims to increase student research publication by 50% in just one year. Our goal is to help publish over 10,000 to 2,500 student research papers, giving students the visibility, support, and tools they need to share their work with the world.
This project is not just about publishing papers—it’s about reviving hope, building confidence, and creating a culture where student research matters. We want students to know that their ideas are valuable and that their work can make a difference.
From Graduate to Researcher
Cameroon produces thousands of graduates every year, yet only a small fraction transition into research careers. Many young graduates are unaware of what it truly means to be a researcher, and even fewer have access to the tools, mentorship, or networks needed to pursue research professionally. This gap has left Cameroon with untapped intellectual potential and limited innovation across key sectors.
The Cameroon Initiative For Research and Innovation (CIRI) is launching the Cameroon Research Synergy Initiative to address this challenge. This project aims to recruit and train 100 young researchers from both French and English-speaking backgrounds, while also strengthening the capacity of existing researchers across the country.
Through structured training programs, mentorship, and collaborative platforms, the project will:
Increase research activity in Cameroon by 30%.
Encourage research in diverse fields by 40%, including health, agriculture, technology, education, and social sciences.
Transition 2% of new master’s level graduates into part-time or full-time research careers.
The initiative will also build a national research network, fostering synergy among researchers, institutions, and communities. This network will promote knowledge sharing, joint projects, and visibility for Cameroonian research on both national and international platforms.
By empowering young minds and connecting experienced researchers, CIRI aims to create a vibrant research culture that drives innovation and development in Cameroon.