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INGSA-Africa Science Advice Skills Development Program 2026
INGSA-Africa is recruiting mentees for the fifth Science Advice Skills Development Program to strengthen African researchers' capacity to work at the science-policy interface.
- Funder
- INGSA-Africa
- Deadline
- Applications close 17 August 2026: Aug 17, 2026
- Award
- Training, mentorship, practical science-policy exercises, peer network access and possible support for dissemination activities
- Applicant
- Early and mid-career African scientists and researchers working on the African continent, with a PhD within the past 10 years and interest in science advice and policy engagement.
L'Oréal-UNESCO Young Talents Caribbean for Women in Science 2026
The Young Talents Caribbean programme supports outstanding women researchers in life, environmental, material, mathematical, computer, information, engineering and technology sciences.
- Funder
- L'Oréal Foundation / UNESCO Caribbean partners
- Deadline
- Applications close 14 August 2026: Aug 14, 2026
- Award
- Two endowments of USD 15,000 each
- Applicant
- Women doctoral students, postdoctoral researchers and early-career scientists who are nationals of Caribbean countries or territories and conduct eligible scientific research in the Caribbean.
Humboldt Research Fellowship July 2026 Call
The Humboldt Research Fellowship supports postdoctoral and experienced researchers from around the world to carry out a research stay in Germany with individual support from the Humboldt Foundation.
- Funder
- Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
- Deadline
- Call opens 15 July 2026 and may close once the application cap is reached; next scheduled call opens 15 November 2026: Nov 15, 2026
- Award
- Monthly fellowship support for 6 to 24 months in Germany; exact rate depends on fellowship category
- Applicant
- Postdoctoral and experienced researchers of all nationalities and research areas, excluding Germany, seeking a 6- to 24-month research stay in Germany.
Ireland Fellows Programme 2027/28
Fully funded master’s scholarships for eligible African countries.
- Funder
- Irish Aid
- Deadline
- Opened 29 June; deadline 26 July 2026: Jul 26, 2026
- Award
- Scholarship support; confirm amount on official call page
- Applicant
- Africa / Eligible countries
Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy Grant Application 2026
The Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy supports outstanding doctoral-level and social policy research through its grant application process.
- Funder
- Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy
- Deadline
- Application deadline: 1 December 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST: Dec 1, 2026
- Award
- Research grant support for outstanding social policy research; confirm current award amount and cycle rules on the official page
- Applicant
- Doctoral candidates and researchers working on social policy research; applicants should confirm the current cycle rules on the official application page.
UKRI What Works Innovation Fellowships on Violence Against Women and Girls 2026
UKRI is funding three 18-month What Works Innovation Fellowships to generate and champion evidence on preventing and reducing violence against women and girls.
- Funder
- UK Research and Innovation
- Deadline
- Applications close 8 September 2026 at 16:00: Sep 8, 2026
- Award
- Up to GBP 220,000 full economic cost, including GBP 180,000 fellowship cost and GBP 40,000 research and collaboration costs; UKRI funds 80% FEC
- Applicant
- Researchers based at a UK employing organisation eligible for UKRI funding, with a PhD or equivalent research experience and subject or methodological expertise relevant to the selected fellowship.
UNIDROIT 2027 Research Scholarship Programme
UNIDROIT is accepting applications for 2027 in-person research scholarships at its headquarters in Rome for legal researchers working on private law, commercial law and related UNIDROIT themes.
- Funder
- International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT)
- Deadline
- Applications due 4 September 2026: Sep 4, 2026
- Award
- Limited research scholarships of EUR 1,500 per month for two months, exceptionally three months; additional Asia-Pacific scholarships available
- Applicant
- Outstanding post-graduate doctoral law students, lawyers, academics and government officials proposing research connected to UNIDROIT work areas, instruments or current projects.
KWI International Fellowships 2027
KWI is offering six-month international fellowships in Essen for postdoctoral humanities, cultural studies and social-science researchers whose projects connect with KWI's research agenda.
- Funder
- Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities Essen (KWI)
- Deadline
- Applications due 17 August 2026 at 24:00 CET: Aug 17, 2026
- Award
- Six-month fellowship from 1 April to 30 September 2027 with EUR 3,000 monthly allowance and possible partial travel reimbursement
- Applicant
- Outstanding researchers from around the world in the humanities, cultural studies and social sciences who completed a PhD in 2021 or later; German nationals may apply only if currently employed at an international institution.
MDPI Emerging Sustainability Leader Award 2027
The MDPI Sustainability Foundation has opened nominations for the 2027 Emerging Sustainability Leader Award, recognising an early-career researcher making outstanding sustainability contributions.
- Funder
- MDPI Sustainability Foundation
- Deadline
- Nomination deadline: 30 November 2026: Nov 30, 2026
- Award
- USD 20,000 prize, trophy, and covered travel and accommodation for the World Sustainability Forum 2027 award ceremony
- Applicant
- Early-career researchers, typically within 10 years of completing a PhD, with a strong record in sustainability-related research and impact.
Cornell Atkinson Postdoctoral Fellowship in Sustainability 2027
Cornell Atkinson is accepting applications for its 2027 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Sustainability, supporting early-career scholars who pair rigorous academic research with an external partnership for...
- Funder
- Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability
- Deadline
- Applications and recommendation letters due by 20 October 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET: Oct 20, 2026
- Award
- Three-year appointment; USD 65,000 salary per year, Cornell employee benefits, and USD 12,000 per year for research and travel expenses
- Applicant
- Early-career scholars with a PhD in a field relevant to the proposed sustainability research by the fellowship start date and normally no earlier than May 1, 2025; applicants must secure a PI-eligible Cornell faculty mentor and an external partner.
Doctoral focal award plus: innovating in data-driven research
We are commissioning one doctoral focal award plus to develop a cadre of social scientists from doctoral studentships and across career stages with the skills needed to use data-driven research approaches in...
- Funder
- ESRC / UKRI
- Deadline
- See official UKRI opportunity page for closing date
- Award
- Funding available under UKRI opportunity terms
- Applicant
- UK research organisations eligible under the funder rules
AI Pathways To The Future
Executive Summary The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Jakarta announces an open competition to implement the AI Pathways to the Future program, a comprehensive initiative designed to strengthen...
- Funder
- U.S. Mission to Indonesia
- Deadline
- Deadline: 2026-08-09: Aug 9, 2026
- Award
- Up to USD 75,000; estimated total funding USD 75,000
- Applicant
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification). Eligible Applicants:The following organizations are eligible to apply- U.S. and Indonesi
PhD Scholarship in Climate Displacement in Australia
Monash University is recruiting a PhD scholar for research on climate displacement in Australia, with project support for research and dissemination activities.
- Funder
- Monash University
- Deadline
- Applications close: 2 August 2026, 11:55 pm AEST: Aug 2, 2026
- Award
- PhD scholarship with support for fieldwork, transcription, travel and conference attendance
- Applicant
- Prospective PhD candidates interested in climate displacement research in Australia; applicants must satisfy Monash University admission and scholarship requirements.
International Research Scientist Development Award (IRSDA)
This initiative will provide salary and research support to advanced U.S. postdoctoral researchers and junior faculty for intensive mentored research and career development activities focused on biomedical,...
- Funder
- National Institutes of Health
- Deadline
- Estimated application due date: 2027-02-09: Feb 9, 2027
- Award
- Amount varies by notice and award terms
- Applicant
- Private institutions of higher education; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
National Humanities Center Fellowship 2027–2028
Applications open July 1; check exact deadline on official call.
- Funder
- National Humanities Center
- Deadline
- 2026-10-01: Oct 1, 2026
- Award
- Fellowship support; confirm amount on official call page
- Applicant
- Global scholars
British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026–2027
Scheme opened 1 July 2026; deadline 30 September.
- Funder
- The British Academy
- Deadline
- 2026-09-30 17:00 BST: Sep 30, 2026
- Award
- Fellowship support; confirm amount on official call page
- Applicant
- UK host institutions
ViCAS Fellowships 2027-2028
ViCAS is accepting applications for its 2027-2028 fellowships, hosting international scholars across three residential options for interdisciplinary research engagement at the University of Vienna.
- Funder
- Vienna Centre for Advanced Studies, University of Vienna
- Deadline
- Application deadline: 28 August 2026 at 14:00 Vienna time: Aug 28, 2026
- Award
- Residential fellowship at the University of Vienna; support and residency conditions are defined in the official ViCAS guidelines
- Applicant
- International mid-career and advanced scholars from all academic disciplines with an outstanding academic record, interdisciplinary interests and endorsement from a University of Vienna professor.
Doctoral focal awards in data-intensive sciences
Apply for funding to deliver STFC’s doctoral focal awards in the field of data-intensive sciences.
- Funder
- UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
- Deadline
- 16 September 2026: Sep 15, 2026
- Award
- See official UKRI call page
- Applicant
- be based at a UK research organisation eligible for STFC funding
MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026
Institutional EOI deadlines vary; official MSCA deadline in September.
- Funder
- European Commission / Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions
- Deadline
- EOI deadlines in June; EC deadline September 2026
- Award
- See linked call page
- Applicant
- Europe / global researchers
Ireland Fellows Programme 2026
Fully funded Master's scholarships.
- Funder
- Irish Aid / Government of Ireland
- Deadline
- Open June 29, deadline Jul 26
- Award
- See linked call page
- Applicant
- Nigeria, Ghana, and other eligible African countries
Horizon Europe MSCA Doctoral Networks 2026
Monitor 2026 Doctoral Networks call.
- Funder
- European Commission / MSCA
- Deadline
- 2026 deadline TBC / monitor Funding Portal
- Award
- See linked call page
- Applicant
- Europe / global partners
ICSSR Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026
ICSSR invites Indian scholars to apply for the 2026-2027 Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme, supporting postdoctoral social science research through an online application and institutional forwarding process.
- Funder
- Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)
- Deadline
- Online application closes on 21 July 2026: Jul 21, 2026
- Award
- ICSSR postdoctoral fellowship support; amount and admissible costs are defined in the official scheme guidelines
- Applicant
- Indian scholars who meet the minimum eligibility criteria for ICSSR's Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme and can apply through an affiliating institution.
Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students (SDS)
Health Resources and Services Administration has posted Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students (SDS), a health and biomedical sciences funding opportunity listed on Grants.gov under opportunity number...
- Funder
- Health Resources and Services Administration
- Deadline
- Application deadline: Jul 28, 2026
- Award
- Up to USD 650,000
- Applicant
- Private institutions of higher education; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans 2027
The 2027 PD Soros Fellowship supports outstanding New Americans in graduate and professional study across fields, combining tuition and stipend support with national recognition and a lifelong fellows network.
- Funder
- Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
- Deadline
- Application deadline: 29 October 2026, 2:00 pm ET: Oct 29, 2026
- Award
- Up to USD 90,000 in graduate funding support
- Applicant
- Immigrants and children of immigrants pursuing full-time graduate or professional degrees at accredited institutions in the United States, subject to age and academic-standing requirements.