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NACOSTI RECORDS SUCCESS IN BUILDING CAPACITY ON RSTI MAINSTREAMING
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation organized the "Mainstreaming Research, Science, Technology, and Innovation in Rapidly Changing Times" training to help participants gain [...]
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PRESIDENT WILLIAM RUTO AWARDS NACOSTI “BEST INNOVATION & INVENTION STAND” AT THE 2025 NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) participated in the 2025 Nairobi International Trade Fair held from the 29th Sept - 5th Oct [...]
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REGIONAL SCIENCE COLLABORATION IN FOCUS AS NACOSTI HOSTS AFRA STAKEHOLDERS
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) hosted a meeting on African Regional Cooperative Agreement (AFRA) projects, convening policy makers, research institutions, academia [...]
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SCIENCE AND INNOVATION TAKE CENTRE STAGE AS KENYA LAUNCHES NEW BLUEPRINT
Kenya has taken a significant step toward advancing innovation and sustainable development with the launch of the Kenya Science, Research and Innovation Synergy Blueprint, a [...]
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NACOSTI SUPPORTS NATIONAL TREE GROWING CAMPAIGN WITH A TREE PLANTING EXERCISE
National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) convened at the University of Nairobi, Upper Kabete Campus for a tree planting exercise as part of [...]
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List of Erasmus+ National Focal Points | Erasmus Networks Platform
HOPE Meetings with Nobel Laureates | Overseas Nominating Institution | JSPS
Chief Science Advisers’ Roundtable (CSAR), 2024 Proceedings and Chair Summary – Paris, France, 6 September 2024
Programme – Workshop on building capacity and scaling up STI actions and adoption of countries’ STI4SDGs Roadmaps in Africa
Policy Brief – Opportunities to Advance Personalised Medicine in Africa
The National Reproductive Health Research & Learning Agenda (2022-2027)
Science and Society in Transition – ISC Action Plan: 2022–2024
Scientific and Technological Community Major Group Position Paper for the 2022 High-Level Political Forum
Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Policy 2020-2030
National Guidelines for Registration, Licensing, and Regulation of Researchers in Kenya
National Guidelines for Accreditation of Academic Journals in Kenya
National Training Guide for Institutional Ethics Review Committees
National Guidelines for the Development of Biological Material Transfer Agreements
National Guidelines for Ethical Conduct of Biomedical Research Involving Human Participants in Kenya
National Guidelines for Registration of Research Institutions in Kenya
Ethical Guidelines for Public Health Emergencies in The Response To Covid-19 Pandemic In Kenya
Multisectoral STI Conference Resolutions
The Public Notice on Research Licensing
Reporting Tool for Registered Research Institutions and Universities in Kenya
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Guidelines for Accreditation of IERC
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Funding programmes and open calls – Horizon Europe
ICGEB: Current Fellowship Calls
ICGEB Research Grants 2025: CRP Collaborative Research Programme Grants
Funding opportunities in Health and Agriculture
UNESCO/Poland Co-Sponsored Fellowships in Engineering 2024 edition
Strengthening law enforcement support to global biosecurity through international engagement
ICGEB Call for CRP – ICGEB Research Grants 2024
Call for Abstracts for the 3rd EAC STI Conference
Opportunities under Erasmus+
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National Science, Technology and Innovation Priorities
Kenya Science, Technology and Innovation Report 2023
NACOSTI Strategic Plan 2023-2027
Science Technology and Innovation Act No. 28 of 2013.
The Science Technology and Innovation Regulations 2014
NACOSTI Service Charter
Audio Output of NACOSTI Service Charter - English
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On behalf of the Board, Management and Staff of the National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI), I take this opportunity to welcome you to NACOSTI Website whose main purpose is to facilitate communication and sharing of information, knowledge, best practices and tools for research, accreditation and quality assurance.
Dr. David Ngigi
Ag. Director General/CEO
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION PRIORITIES - 12 POINT
R&D Priorities, R&D Advancement, R&D Financing, and R&D Infrastructure Development
Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Education, Communication, Talent Development, and Next-generation Workforce
STI Inclusivity, Advocacy, Diplomacy, and Policy Reviews
Technology Protection, Diffusion, and Commercialization
Health Security, and Substance Abuse Mitigation (including Pharmaceuticals/Traditional medicine Production)
STI for Food Security, Nutrition, Smart Agri culture, and harnessing of indigenous knowledge and technologies
The Fifth Industrial Revolution, Digital Economy, Data Governance and Emerging/Frontier Technologies
STI for SDGs, Climate Change Mitigation, and Harnessing of the Blue Economy/Aquatic Resources
STI for National Security, Public safety and Emergency Response
STI Mainstreaming in Ministries, Departments, Counties, Institutions, and Agencies
Strategic Multi-Agency, Multi-Sectoral, and International Cooperation and Partnerships
STI for Sustainable Urbanization, County Development, and Resilient Communities.
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REGIONAL SCIENCE COLLABORATION IN FOCUS AS NACOSTI HOSTS AFRA STAKEHOLDERS
March 20, 2026
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The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) hosted a meeting on African Regional Cooperative Agreement (AFRA) projects, convening policy makers, research institutions, academia and partners. The meeting provided a platform
Read More »
SCIENCE AND INNOVATION TAKE CENTRE STAGE AS KENYA LAUNCHES NEW BLUEPRINT
March 20, 2026
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Kenya has taken a significant step toward advancing innovation and sustainable development with the launch of the Kenya Science, Research and Innovation Synergy Blueprint, a framework designed to unify efforts across the
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NACOSTI SUPPORTS NATIONAL TREE GROWING CAMPAIGN WITH A TREE PLANTING EXERCISE
March 12, 2026
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National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) convened at the University of Nairobi, Upper Kabete Campus for a tree planting exercise as part of ongoing national efforts to restore forest cover
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National Research Fund Kenya
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East African Science and Technology Commission
African Regional Cooperative Agreement for Research, Development and Training related to Nuclear Science and Technology
Biological Weapons Convention
International Science Council
International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology
Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization
NACOSTI HEADQUARTERS BUILDING LOCATION
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NACOSTI RECORDS SUCCESS IN BUILDING CAPACITY ON RSTI MAINSTREAMING
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation organized the "Mainstreaming Research, Science, Technology, and Innovation in Rapidly Changing Times" training to help participants gain [...]
Read More
PRESIDENT WILLIAM RUTO AWARDS NACOSTI “BEST INNOVATION & INVENTION STAND” AT THE 2025 NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) participated in the 2025 Nairobi International Trade Fair held from the 29th Sept - 5th Oct [...]
Read More
REGIONAL SCIENCE COLLABORATION IN FOCUS AS NACOSTI HOSTS AFRA STAKEHOLDERS
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) hosted a meeting on African Regional Cooperative Agreement (AFRA) projects, convening policy makers, research institutions, academia [...]
Read More
SCIENCE AND INNOVATION TAKE CENTRE STAGE AS KENYA LAUNCHES NEW BLUEPRINT
Kenya has taken a significant step toward advancing innovation and sustainable development with the launch of the Kenya Science, Research and Innovation Synergy Blueprint, a [...]
Read More
NACOSTI SUPPORTS NATIONAL TREE GROWING CAMPAIGN WITH A TREE PLANTING EXERCISE
National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) convened at the University of Nairobi, Upper Kabete Campus for a tree planting exercise as part of [...]
Read More
Apply Here !
Science, Technology and Innovation Mainstreaming in MDAs PC Target for FY 2024/2025
Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Priorities
Click Here
Editions of the STIR Bulletin
E-SERVICES
Research Information Management System (RIMS)
All persons intending to undertake research in the country are required to apply for a Research License
Application for a Research License is submitted online
Click Here
Science, Technology and Innovation Mainstreaming Tool
All MDAs are required to prepare and submit quarterly performance reports online to NACOSTI within 15 days following the end of a quarter.
Science, Technology and Innovation Mainstreaming data is submitted online
Click Here
Access the NACOSTI services using your eCitizen account
Introducing online NACOSTI services. Apply and pay for certified top-quality NACOSTI services conveniently through your e Citizen account.
Apply for our services here
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KEY MANDATE OVER THE STI & RESEARCH SECTOR
Regulate
REGULATE
Advise
ADVISE
Coodinate
COORDINATE
Promote
PROMOTE
QUICK DOWNLOADS
Biological Weapons Convention National Implementation Measures Database
List of Erasmus+ National Focal Points | Erasmus Networks Platform
HOPE Meetings with Nobel Laureates | Overseas Nominating Institution | JSPS
Chief Science Advisers’ Roundtable (CSAR), 2024 Proceedings and Chair Summary – Paris, France, 6 September 2024
Programme – Workshop on building capacity and scaling up STI actions and adoption of countries’ STI4SDGs Roadmaps in Africa
Policy Brief – Opportunities to Advance Personalised Medicine in Africa
The National Reproductive Health Research & Learning Agenda (2022-2027)
Science and Society in Transition – ISC Action Plan: 2022–2024
Scientific and Technological Community Major Group Position Paper for the 2022 High-Level Political Forum
Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Policy 2020-2030
National Guidelines for Registration, Licensing, and Regulation of Researchers in Kenya
National Guidelines for Accreditation of Academic Journals in Kenya
National Training Guide for Institutional Ethics Review Committees
National Guidelines for the Development of Biological Material Transfer Agreements
National Guidelines for Ethical Conduct of Biomedical Research Involving Human Participants in Kenya
National Guidelines for Registration of Research Institutions in Kenya
Ethical Guidelines for Public Health Emergencies in The Response To Covid-19 Pandemic In Kenya
Multisectoral STI Conference Resolutions
The Public Notice on Research Licensing
Reporting Tool for Registered Research Institutions and Universities in Kenya
Registered Research Institutions
Public Notice on Registration of Research Institutions
Guidelines for Accreditation of IERC
Application Form for IERC
Guidelines for Registration of Research Institutes
Application Form for Registrations of Research Institutes
FELLOWSHIPS AND GRANTS
BiotechNet II Funding and Training Opportunities
Apply for the 2025 Youth for Biosecurity Fellowship – The Call for Applications for the 2025 Fellowship is open
Funding programmes and open calls – Horizon Europe
ICGEB: Current Fellowship Calls
ICGEB Research Grants 2025: CRP Collaborative Research Programme Grants
Funding opportunities in Health and Agriculture
UNESCO/Poland Co-Sponsored Fellowships in Engineering 2024 edition
Strengthening law enforcement support to global biosecurity through international engagement
ICGEB Call for CRP – ICGEB Research Grants 2024
Call for Abstracts for the 3rd EAC STI Conference
Opportunities under Erasmus+
INFORMATION CENTRE
National Science, Technology and Innovation Priorities
Kenya Science, Technology and Innovation Report 2023
NACOSTI Strategic Plan 2023-2027
Science Technology and Innovation Act No. 28 of 2013.
The Science Technology and Innovation Regulations 2014
NACOSTI Service Charter
Audio Output of NACOSTI Service Charter - English
Audio Output of NACOSTI Service Charter - Kiswahili
SERVICE CHARGES
Fees/Charges for Research Licensing, and Accreditation/ Quality Assurance of Research Institutions
Click Here to View
CEO’S WELCOME MESSAGE
On behalf of the Board, Management and Staff of the National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI), I take this opportunity to welcome you to NACOSTI Website whose main purpose is to facilitate communication and sharing of information, knowledge, best practices and tools for research, accreditation and quality assurance.
Dr. David Ngigi
Ag. Director General/CEO
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION PRIORITIES - 12 POINT
R&D Priorities, R&D Advancement, R&D Financing, and R&D Infrastructure Development
Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Education, Communication, Talent Development, and Next-generation Workforce
STI Inclusivity, Advocacy, Diplomacy, and Policy Reviews
Technology Protection, Diffusion, and Commercialization
Health Security, and Substance Abuse Mitigation (including Pharmaceuticals/Traditional medicine Production)
STI for Food Security, Nutrition, Smart Agri culture, and harnessing of indigenous knowledge and technologies
The Fifth Industrial Revolution, Digital Economy, Data Governance and Emerging/Frontier Technologies
STI for SDGs, Climate Change Mitigation, and Harnessing of the Blue Economy/Aquatic Resources
STI for National Security, Public safety and Emergency Response
STI Mainstreaming in Ministries, Departments, Counties, Institutions, and Agencies
Strategic Multi-Agency, Multi-Sectoral, and International Cooperation and Partnerships
STI for Sustainable Urbanization, County Development, and Resilient Communities.
LATEST NEWS
REGIONAL SCIENCE COLLABORATION IN FOCUS AS NACOSTI HOSTS AFRA STAKEHOLDERS
March 20, 2026
No Comments
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) hosted a meeting on African Regional Cooperative Agreement (AFRA) projects, convening policy makers, research institutions, academia and partners. The meeting provided a platform
Read More »
SCIENCE AND INNOVATION TAKE CENTRE STAGE AS KENYA LAUNCHES NEW BLUEPRINT
March 20, 2026
No Comments
Kenya has taken a significant step toward advancing innovation and sustainable development with the launch of the Kenya Science, Research and Innovation Synergy Blueprint, a framework designed to unify efforts across the
Read More »
NACOSTI SUPPORTS NATIONAL TREE GROWING CAMPAIGN WITH A TREE PLANTING EXERCISE
March 12, 2026
No Comments
National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) convened at the University of Nairobi, Upper Kabete Campus for a tree planting exercise as part of ongoing national efforts to restore forest cover
Read More »
OUR KEY PARTNERS
Ministry of Education
National Research Fund Kenya
Kenya National Innovation Agency
East African Science and Technology Commission
African Regional Cooperative Agreement for Research, Development and Training related to Nuclear Science and Technology
Biological Weapons Convention
International Science Council
International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology
Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization
NACOSTI HEADQUARTERS BUILDING LOCATION
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