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Recent Research Grants & Fellowships
NOMIS Research Fellowships 2026 at University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
The University of Basel invites applications for three fully funded NOMIS Research Fellowships 2026 in image studies, humanities, sciences, and visual theory. Open to PhD holders with publications. Location: Basel, Switzerland. Apply online by 1 September 2025 to join this prestigious programme. Read more
IISc Post-Doctoral Fellowship at Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, India
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru invites applications for its prestigious Post-Doctoral Fellowship. Open to early-career researchers globally, this fully funded fellowship supports interdisciplinary research across science and engineering. Applications accepted year-round; next review deadline is June 30, 2025. Advance your research career at… Read more
International Interdisciplinary Research Projects 2026 at The British Academy, London, UK
Principal Investigator positions in humanities and social sciences at The British Academy, London. Lead interdisciplinary, international research projects tackling global challenges. Open to postdoctoral and senior researchers in the UK with overseas partners. Funding up to £300,000. Apply by 17 September 2025 for March 2026… Read more
International Postdoctoral Research Fellowships at American Association of University Women (AAUW), United States
The International Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at AAUW, Washington, United States, supports non-U.S. women scholars pursuing research across all fields. This fully funded fellowship offers a $50,000 stipend for 12 months. Applications open August 1, 2025, and close September 30, 2025. Empower your global research journey… Read more
JSPS Invitational Fellowships for Research in Japan FY2026
JSPS Invitational Fellowships FY2026 in Japan invite senior international researchers to collaborate with Japanese institutions. Fully funded opportunities in science, engineering, social sciences, and more. Long-term (2–10 months) or short-term (14–60 days). Apply via Japanese hosts by 29 August 2025. Advance your global research career… Read more
Research Ireland Enterprise Fellowships 2025 | Dublin | Ireland
The Research Ireland Enterprise Fellowships 2025 invite early-career researchers and postdoctoral fellows in science, engineering, health, social sciences, arts, and humanities to apply for industry collaborations in Dublin, Ireland. Open worldwide, these fellowships offer 1–24 month placements. Deadline: 15 July 2025. Enhance your academic career… Read more
Fully Funded Zayed National Museum Research Fellowship for Global Scholars in Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Zayed National Museum Research Fund in Abu Dhabi supports global researchers studying UAE history, archaeology, and heritage. Open to all nationalities, this fully funded fellowship encourages interdisciplinary projects on Sheikh Zayed’s legacy and regional interactions. Apply by 14 July 2025 and contribute to preserving… Read more
Research in Singapore: NUS Invites ASEAN Scholars for 2025 Fellowship
Applications are open for the NUS Fellows Programme (Southeast Asia) 2025, a fully funded research fellowship in Singapore for early-career scholars in STEM, humanities, business, or social sciences. Open to citizens or residents of ASEAN countries. Deadline: 1 July 2025. Monthly stipend and housing support… Read more
Distinguished Fellowship 2026/27 at Max Weber Kolleg, University of Erfurt, Germany
Max Weber Kolleg, University of Erfurt (Germany), offers fully funded Distinguished Fellowships 2026/27 for international researchers in social sciences and humanities. Open to PhD holders with strong interdisciplinary records. Duration: 3–10 months. Apply online by 31 August 2025 for an immersive academic experience in Germany. Read more
Visiting Fellowships at The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
Apply now for the Gledden Visiting Fellowship at the University of Western Australia, Perth. Open to mid-career and senior researchers in applied sciences, engineering, mining, and related fields. Offers up to AUD $25,000 for a 16-week stay. Deadline: 1 August 2025, 5 PM AWST. Read more
Canada Postdoctoral Research Awards 2025 – All Disciplines | $70,000/Year
Apply now for the Canada Postdoctoral Research Award (CPRA) – $70,000/year for 2 years. Open to PhD holders in any discipline. Tenure at eligible Canadian or international institutions. Application deadlines: SSHRC – Sept 11, CIHR – Sept 17, NSERC – Oct 17. Competitive and prestigious… Read more
Kluge Fellowships in Humanities and Social Sciences at Library of Congress, Washington, United States
Apply for the Kluge Fellowships at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., supporting global scholars in humanities, social sciences, digital studies, and health. Open to all nationalities with a terminal degree. Deadline: 15 September 2025. Fellows receive $5,000/month, research space, and access to world-class… Read more
Alfried Krupp Fellowships 2026/27 at Alfried Krupp Institute for Advanced Study Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
The Alfried Krupp Wissenschaftskolleg Greifswald invites applications for fully funded Junior and Senior Fellowships in Germany for the academic year 2026/27. Open to early-career and senior researchers in all fields. Engage in independent, interdisciplinary research. Deadline: 31 August 2025. Read more
Research School of Social Sciences (RSSS) Visiting Fellowship at ANU, Canberra, Australia
The ANU RSSS Visiting Fellowship invites distinguished and early-career researchers in the social sciences to Canberra, Australia, for a fully funded short-term residency. Engage in research, collaboration, and public events. PhD required. Applications close 30 June 2025. Read more
JAMSTEC Postdoctoral Fellowship at JAMSTEC, Yokosuka, Japan
The JAMSTEC Young Research Fellowship (JYRF) 2026 offers early-career researchers in natural and marine-Earth sciences a fully funded postdoctoral position in Japan. Open to PhD holders (2020 onwards), this competitive fellowship provides a 3-year research opportunity with generous funding. Apply by 3 August 2025. Read more
EDGE Fellowship 2026 at Zoological Society of London (ZSL), United Kingdom
The EDGE Fellowship 2026 invites early-career conservationists to apply for a 28-month fully funded programme hosted by the Zoological Society of London. Fellows receive £10,000+, training in the UK, and mentorship. Open globally with priority outside G10. Apply by 21 July 2025 to protect EDGE… Read more
JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026 in Tokyo, Japan – Fully Funded
The JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026 (Standard) in Japan invites early-career researchers in all fields to apply. Hosted by a Japanese institution, the fellowship offers full funding and collaboration opportunities. Applicants must apply through a host institution. Deadline: 29 August 2025 (host submission). Read more
ICAS:MP Short-Term Fellowship at M.S. Merian – R. Tagore Centre, New Delhi, India
Apply for the ICAS:MP Short-Term Fellowship in humanities and social sciences at a premier research centre in New Delhi, India. Open to post-PhD scholars globally, the position offers up to €3,500/month. Eligibility: PhD awarded before July 2025. Deadline: 15 July 2025. Residential & research-focused. Read more
Hanse-Wissenschaftskolleg Fellowship Programme, Delmenhorst, Germany
Apply now for the HWK Fellowship in Delmenhorst, Germany—open to academics across all disciplines and career stages. Suitable for PhD holders, early-career researchers, and artists. Fully funded, 3–10 month residencies. Applications close 15 July 2025. Includes housing, stipend, travel and family support. Limited annual call—don’t… Read more
WBI Excellence Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025 | Wallonia-Brussels Institutions |Belgium
Apply for the WBI Excellence Postdoctoral Fellowship in Belgium. Open to PhD holders from abroad in STEM, humanities, and innovation fields. Gain global research experience at top Wallonia-Brussels institutions. Stipend: €2,120/month. International collaboration. Fully funded opportunity. Read more
Miniatura 9 Research Grant by National Science Centre (NCN), Poland
Apply for the Miniatura 9 Research Grant in Poland! Open to early-career researchers and PhD holders (PhD awarded after 2013). Grants from PLN 5,000 to PLN 50,000 support short-term research activities. Submit your application online before 31 July 2025. Read more
Fully Funded Postdoctoral Fellowships in Humanities and Social Sciences at Princeton University, USA
Apply for the fully funded Postdoctoral Fellowships in Humanities and Social Sciences at Princeton University, USA. Open to early-career scholars with a PhD awarded after 1 Jan 2024 or expected by 15 June 2026. Deadline: 5 August 2025. Excellent teaching and research opportunity in an… Read more
Visiting Research Fellowship at the Institute of Contemporary History, Ljubljana, Slovenia
Apply now for the Visiting Fellowship at the Institute of Contemporary History, Ljubljana, open to doctoral, early-career, and senior researchers in contemporary history, digital humanities, and related fields. Location: Slovenia. Eligibility: All nationalities. Deadline: 1 July 2025. Choose a stay of 2 weeks to 2… Read more
IFK Research Fellowship at IFK International Research Center, Vienna, Austria
Apply for the IFK Research Fellowship in Cultural Studies and Humanities at the IFK International Research Center, Vienna, Austria. This postdoctoral position is open to all nationalities. Eligibility requires a PhD. Fellowship begins October 2026 or March 2027. Deadline: 6 July 2025. Funded with €2,387/month… Read more
Visiting Research Fellowship in Interdisciplinary Research at Zukunftskolleg, University of Konstanz, Germany
Apply for the Visiting Research Fellowship in Interdisciplinary Research at Zukunftskolleg, University of Konstanz, Germany. Open to early career researchers from UBIAS/NetIAS networks. Funded 1–3 month visits. Fields: Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences. Deadline: 30 June 2025. Location: Konstanz, Germany. Read more
Visiting Fellowships in All Disciplines at The University of Western Australia (UWA), Australia
The University of Western Australia invites mid-career and senior researchers across all disciplines to apply for the IAS Visiting Fellowships in Perth. Open to international and Australian scholars, including non-academic professionals. Apply by 30 June 2025 to receive funding support for interdisciplinary collaboration and global… Read more
MLitt Scholarship in Palaeolimnology at University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
Apply for a fully funded MLitt position in Palaeolimnology at the University of Galway, Ireland. The CORE project focuses on climate reconstruction in Western Ireland. Eligible candidates should have a background in Geography or Natural Sciences. Start date: 1 September 2025. Deadline: 30 June 2025,… Read more
Call | PREMIUM 2025 | Research Funding – Apply Now!
Apply now for the PREMIUM 2025 Research Funding Call under the PRIMA programme. Open to institutions working on water management, agriculture, and agri-food systems across the Mediterranean region. Fund up to €2.7M per project. Deadline: 8 July (Section 2) and 15 July (Section 1), 2025.… Read more
Radcliffe Fellowship 2025–2026 at Harvard University – Apply Now
Apply for the Radcliffe Fellowship 2025–2026 at Harvard University, Cambridge, USA – a fully funded, interdisciplinary research opportunity for exceptional scholars, scientists, and artists. Open to terminal degree holders. Deadline: 11 Sept 2025 (Arts & Humanities) and 30 Sept 2025 (STEM). Boost your research career… Read more
Finnish Foundations Postdoctoral Grant (Säätiöiden Post Doc Pooli Grant), Finland
Apply for the Finnish Foundations Postdoctoral Grant (Säätiöiden Post Doc Pooli) supporting early-career researchers worldwide. Conduct research abroad for 6-24 months in any field. Covers living, travel, and research costs. Open internationally. Eligibility: recent PhD holders. Deadline approaching—submit your application now! Read more
Bonn International Fellowships | University of Bonn, Germany
Apply for the Bonn International Fellowship 2025 at the University of Bonn, Germany. Open to postdoctoral scholars and experienced faculty across all research fields. Short-term research stays up to 12 days. Invitation required by a Bonn host. Deadline: 22 September 2025. Don’t miss this international… Read more
Advanced Research Grant (ARG) by Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), India
Applications are open for the Advanced Research Grant (ARG) by ANRF, India. Open to PhD holders in science, engineering, and interdisciplinary fields. Based in India, this grant supports collaborative research with funding up to ₹5 Cr. Deadline: 7 July 2025. Apply via https://www.anrfonline.in. Read more
Max Planck — Weizmann Joint Postdoctoral Program 2025–2026 | Fully Funded International Fellowship
Apply for the prestigious Max Planck – Weizmann Joint Postdoctoral position in Germany and Israel. Open to international researchers in life sciences, physics, and more. Full funding, joint mentorship, and interdisciplinary research await. Eligibility: PhD holders. Deadline: 26 June 2025. Position starts between Sept 2025–March… Read more
Postdoctoral Fellowships – FIAS (French Institutes for Advanced Study Fellowship Programme) 2026/2027, France
The FIAS Fellowship Programme 2026–2027 invites PhDs with at least 2 years of research experience to apply for 10-month positions in France. Open to all disciplines in social sciences, humanities, and interdisciplinary fields. Locations include Paris, Lyon, Nantes, and more. International scholars welcome. Deadline: July… Read more
Travel Grant: International Travel Scheme (ITS) by Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), India
The International Travel Scheme (ITS) by ANRF India funds early-career researchers to attend global conferences, workshops, and training abroad. Indian PhD scholars and postdocs can apply for airfare, visa, and registration costs. Apply 60–90 days in advance for events between 31 July and 30 August… Read more
Ramanujan Fellowship 2025 – Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), New Delhi, India
The Ramanujan Fellowship by ANRF supports Indian and Indian-origin scientists working abroad to return and lead independent research in India. It offers ₹1.35 lakh monthly, a ₹7 lakh annual research grant, and enables contribution to India’s scientific ecosystem across science and engineering disciplines for up… Read more
RIFS Fellow Programme at Research Institute for Sustainability (RIFS), Potsdam, Germany
The RIFS Fellow Programme 2026 in Potsdam, Germany, offers global researchers and professionals a unique opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary sustainability research. Fellows work alongside international experts, contribute to policy, science, and creative solutions, and gain access to a vibrant research community supported by RIFS… Read more
Brotherton Fellowship at University of Leeds, United Kingdom
Apply for the 2025 Brotherton Fellowship at the University of Leeds, UK. This short-term postdoctoral fellowship invites scholars to research the university’s unique Special Collections. Open to early-career researchers globally, the fellowship offers academic affiliation, research support, and access to rare archives in literature, history,… Read more
National Post-Doctoral Fellowship (N-PDF) at Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), India
The ANRF National Post Doctoral Fellowship 2025 invites Indian PhD holders to apply for a fully-funded research fellowship in science and engineering. Fellows receive ₹80,000/month, research grants, and mentorship at leading Indian institutions. Applications open on June 1, 2025—don’t miss this prestigious opportunity. Read more
Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in Digital Platforms & Markets at Wits University – Apply Now
The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), Johannesburg invites applications for Postdoctoral Fellowships in Digital Platforms & Markets. This 2-year, full-time research opportunity supports early-career scholars in law, economics, media, or related fields with a focus on African digital transformation, platform governance, and global data policy. Read more
MIF Research Fellowships 2026 – Research Opportunity in Japan
The MIF Research Fellowships 2026 invite early to mid-career researchers to conduct six months of funded research in Japan. Open to non-Japanese Ph.D. holders under 45, the program offers a monthly stipend, travel allowance, and collaboration opportunities in natural sciences, engineering, and medicine at top… Read more
Minerva Fellowship at Max Planck Society, Germany / Israel
The Minerva Fellowship Programme by the Max Planck Society offers early-career researchers from Germany and Israel the chance to conduct research in the respective other country. With a focus on fostering scientific collaboration and cultural exchange, the fellowship provides funding, resources, and integration into leading… Read more
Graduate Sabbatical Grants by IHS – Up to $15,000 for PhD Candidates & Postdocs
The Institute for Humane Studies is offering Graduate Sabbatical Grants of up to $15,000 for PhD candidates and postdocs. This competitive fellowship helps buy out academic responsibilities to allow focused time for dissertation, research publication, or conference output. Apply on a rolling basis—ideal for social… Read more
India–Tunisia Bilateral Scientific and Technological Cooperation Grant 2025 | DST India & MHESR Tunisia
Apply now for the India–Tunisia Bilateral Scientific and Technological Cooperation Grant 2025, funded by DST India and MHESR Tunisia. This grant supports collaborative research in climate change, e-health, and geospatial technology, offering up to TND 150,000 and 45 lakh INR funding for eligible universities and… Read more
Research Fellowships for South Asian Scholars at Heidelberg University in Collaboration with Max Weber (MWF) Forum Delhi
Apply for the prestigious Heidelberg University & MWF Delhi Joint Research Fellowship 2025 for early-career South Asian scholars in the humanities and social sciences. A 3-month fully funded stay in Germany with a €1,200 monthly stipend and travel support. Deadline: 4 June 2025. Read more
Vikram Sarabhai Postdoctoral Fellowship (VISHWAS) at PRL, Ahmedabad, India
PRL Ahmedabad invites applications for the Vikram Sarabhai Postdoctoral Fellowship (VISHWAS) in fundamental science. Open to Indian PhDs under 35 with an excellent research record. ₹1,00,000/month + HRA, 2–3 years tenure. Apply now for this top postdoc opportunity in India. Read more
William R. Eadington Fellowships at University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), USA
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for the 2025–2026 William R. Eadington Fellowships. This opportunity supports research into gambling studies, Las Vegas history, and related disciplines. Open to Ph.D. students and faculty, fellows receive funding and access to UNLV’s world-renowned Special Collections and… Read more
JFIPP Research Fellowship at The Japan Foundation, Tokyo, Japan
The Japan Foundation invites applications for the 2025 JFIPP Research Fellowship, aimed at building Indo-Pacific partnerships through international research. Open to citizens of India, Japan, USA, and Australia, the program supports policy-oriented, multi-country research and offers full funding for 4–12 months. Deadline: June 16, 2025. Read more
Postdoctoral Fellowship at Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad, India
The Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad, offers Post-Doctoral Fellowships in science and engineering fields. Eligible PhD holders and thesis-submitted candidates can apply. Fellowships include monthly stipends, academic allowance, and housing. Apply quarterly and submit a research proposal in consultation with a PRL faculty mentor. Read more
VAIBHAV Fellowship at Indian Higher Educational & Research Institutions, India
The VAIBHAV Fellowship 2025 invites Indian-origin scientists living abroad to collaborate with Indian research institutions. With a ₹4 lakh/month stipend, travel support, and a ₹1 lakh annual research grant, the fellowship strengthens global research ties and fosters innovation in India. Apply now via DST India’s… Read more
Jawaharlal Nehru Postdoctoral Fellowship at NCRA-TIFR, Pune, India
The Jawaharlal Nehru Post-Doctoral Fellowship at NCRA-TIFR, Pune, India, offers young researchers in radio astronomy and astrophysics a prestigious opportunity. With competitive funding, international collaboration, and access to premier observatories like GMRT and ORT, this 3-year fellowship supports outstanding PhDs pursuing cutting-edge research in theoretical… Read more