Request for Applications: Foresight Fellowship Program

The Foresight Institute is accepting applications for the Foresight Fellowship, a one-year programme supporting early-career scientists and innovators working on transformative science and technology.

The fellowship provides mentorship, networking, career support, and access to expert communities focused on emerging and high-impact technologies.

Focus Areas

The fellowship prioritises work related to:

• Secure AI
• Longevity biotechnology
• Nanotechnology
• Neurotechnology
• Transformative science
• Emerging technologies
• Existential hope and long-term futures

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Technical excellence
• Strong domain expertise
• Intellectual curiosity
• Ambitious scientific vision
• Commitment to continuous growth

Fellowship Benefits

Selected fellows receive:

• 1–1 introductions to funders, scientists, and mentors
• Travel-paid participation in one technical workshop
• Travel-paid attendance at one Vision Weekend
• Membership in a relevant Foresight technical group
• Opportunities to present work through virtual seminars
• Career visibility through Foresight media channels
• Quarterly fellowship-only career counseling sessions
• Priority access to AI Nodes in San Francisco and Berlin
• Access to the alumni network after programme completion

The programme offers a flexible environment with:

• No minimum work requirement

Who Can Apply?

The fellowship is intended for:

• Early-career scientists
• Researchers
• Innovators
• Technical founders
• Emerging technology professionals

Applicants should have:

• A strong track record in their field
• Clear alignment with fellowship focus areas
• Demonstrated technical and research capability

Selection Criteria

Applications are evaluated based on:

• Domain expertise
• Technical feasibility
• Ambition and innovation
• Alignment with programme themes
• Long-term impact potential

How to Apply

Applicants should:

1. Prepare details of their research or innovation work
2. Demonstrate alignment with Foresight focus areas
3. Highlight technical achievements and future goals
4. Explain the broader impact of their work
5. Submit the application according to fellowship guidelines

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Applicants should avoid:

• Submitting unclear technical proposals
• Failing to demonstrate long-term impact
• Providing weak evidence of expertise
• Ignoring alignment with fellowship themes
• Submitting incomplete applications

FAQ

• Who can apply for the fellowship?
  • Early-career scientists, innovators, and researchers working in transformative technology fields.
• What areas does the fellowship focus on?
  • Secure AI, longevity biotechnology, nanotechnology, neurotechnology, and related emerging technologies.
• Does the fellowship provide travel support?
  • Yes, travel support is provided for one workshop and one Vision Weekend event.
• Is there a minimum work requirement?
  • No, the programme operates with a flexible structure and no minimum work requirement.
• What professional support is included?
  • Fellows receive mentorship, networking opportunities, seminars, career counseling, and visibility support.

Conclusion

The Foresight Institute Foresight Fellowship supports promising early-career innovators working on transformative technologies through mentorship, expert connections, technical community engagement, and career development opportunities. The programme aims to help emerging leaders advance impactful scientific and technological innovation.