Deadline: 30 April 2018 Applications for 2018-2019 WZB-ISSC Global Fellowship Programme are now open which enables an outstanding early-career social scientist residing and working in a low- or middle-income country to conduct research at WZB for up to six months. Through their Global Fellowship Programme, the WZB and the ISSC aim to contribute towards building a new generation of outstanding social scientists in low- or middle-income countries, who are willing and able to contribute to … [Read more...]
The Russell Sage Foundation/Carnegie Corporation Initiative on Immigration and Immigrant Integration!
Deadline: 24 May 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking proposals for its initiative on “Immigration and Immigrant Integration” to support innovative research on the effects of race, citizenship, legal status and politics, political culture and public policy on outcomes for immigrants and for the native-born of different racial and ethnic groups and generations. For over 25 years, RSF has supported immigration research that has made significant contributions to the study of: … [Read more...]
Russell Sage Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Future of Work Program
Deadline: 20 August 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking letter of inquiries for its Future of Work Program that support innovative research on the causes and consequences of changes in the quality of jobs for less- and moderately-skilled workers and their families. The Program seeks investigator-initiated research proposals that will broaden their understanding of the role of changes in employer practices, the nature of the labor market and public policies on the employment, earnings, … [Read more...]
Russell Sage Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Behavioral Economics
Deadline: 24 May 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking letter of inquiries for its program entitled "Behavioral Economics" that support innovative research that uses behavioral insights from psychology and other social sciences to examine and improve social and living conditions in the United States. The program seeks investigator-initiated research proposals that will broaden their understanding of the social, economic and political consequences of real-life behaviors and decisions that … [Read more...]
Russell Sage Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration Program
Deadline: 24 May 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking letter of inquiries for its Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration program. The program seeks investigator-initiated research proposals on the social, economic, and political effects of the changing racial and ethnic composition of the U.S. population, including the transformation of communities and ideas about what it means to be American. The foundation is interested in innovative research that examines the roles of race, ethnicity, … [Read more...]
Nokia Bell Labs: Seeking Applications for its 2018 Bell Labs Prize
Deadline: 25 April 2018 Nokia Bell Labs is seeking applications for its 2018 Bell Labs Prize that seeks to recognize proposals that ‘change the game’ in the field of information and communications technologies by a factor of 10, and provides selected innovators the unique opportunity to collaborate with Bell Labs researchers to help realize their vision. The Bell Labs Prize (the “Contest”) is offered by the Bell Labs Organization of Nokia of America Corporation, a subsidiary of Nokia … [Read more...]
Maurice & Phyllis Paykel Trust: Inviting Applications for Project & Equipment Grants
Deadline: 1 October 2018 The Maurice and Phyllis Paykel Trust is inviting applications for its Project & Equipment Grants to support research projects in any field relevant to human health, including basic biomedical sciences. The Trust encourages the development of health-related research in New Zealand by providing funds for research support. Types of Grants Project Grants provide limited research support for individuals or groups working in any health-related sciences, including … [Read more...]
Dutch L’Oréal UNESCO: Seeking Applications for For Women in Science fellowships 2019
Deadline: 11 May 2018 Applications are now open for the Dutch L’Oréal UNESCO For Women in Science fellowships 2019 which allows excellent female scientists to boost their scientific career. This program aims to increase career prospects of female researchers and the number of women professors in the Netherlands, only applicants with a permanent or temporary position at a Dutch university or a research institute based in the Netherlands will be taken into account. The program consists of … [Read more...]
Apply for 2018 Shark Tank of Wellness Student Global Competition!
Deadline: 1 June 2018 Applications are open for 2018 Shark Tank of Wellness Student Global Competition that is a unique global challenge in which three university students are rewarded for their most innovative, impactful ideas for the wellness industry. This competition defines the wellness industry broadly and is looking for innovations in sectors as varied as architecture/design, beauty, education, fitness, hospitality, investment, medicine, nutrition, real estate, spa, technology, travel, … [Read more...]
The IFREE Small Grants Program: Promoting Human Betterment through Experimental Economics
Deadline: 1 August 2018 The International Foundation for Research in Experimental Economics (IFREE) is seeking applications for its Small Grants Program to promote Human Betterment through Experimental Economics to Improve the Understanding of Exchange Systems. IFREE funds primary research in market and personal exchange systems. IFREE sponsors: participatory, hands-on, educational, workshops, interdisciplinary academic discussions, outreach programs for those outside the … [Read more...]
France Government launches 4 new Programmes under the Umbrella of Make Our Planet Great Again Initiative
The French government has launched four new programmes build on the interest of the country’s Make Our Planet Great Again Initiative aimed at attracting international students and academics that are keen to study and research earth sciences, climate change, sustainability and the transition to renewable energy. The new schemes will provide grants to master’s and PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. The schemes was launched by President Emmanuel Macron last year in response to US … [Read more...]
Applications Open for Falling Walls Lab Vietnam 2018!
Deadline: 6 April 2018 The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is currently accepting applications for The Falling Wall Lab Vietnam program. The Falling Walls Lab is a challenging, inspiring and interdisciplinary format for outstanding talents. It offers the opportunity to excellent academics and professionals to present their innovative ideas, research projects and social initiatives. The DAAD has brought an innovative, inspiring and interdisciplinary format for aspiring researchers for … [Read more...]
Wellcome Trust: Seeking Applications for Sir Henry Dale Fellowships
Deadline: 4 April 2018 The Wellcome Trust is seeking applications for its Sir Henry Dale Fellowships to support postdoctoral researchers who aim to become independent scientists leading their own groups. It is a partnership between the Royal Society and the Wellcome Trust. Benefits A Sir Henry Dale Fellowship is for five years. It may be held on a part-time basis and you can apply for renewal for an additional three years. The award includes: A basic salary (determined by your host … [Read more...]
French Embassy, Australia: Seeking Applications for its FASIC PHC Program
Deadline: 2 April 2018 France-Australia Science and Innovation Collaboration Grants is seeking applications for its FASIC PHC Programme which aims to support the launch and the critical early-stage development of bilateral research projects between France and Australia. It also aims to support the strategic scaling-up of science and technology collaborations. The FASIC PHC program will contribute to initiate or reinforce bilateral research collaborations, will enable scientists from France … [Read more...]
Applications Open for Australia-APEC Women in Research Fellowship!
Deadline: 6 April 2018 The Australian APEC Study Centre is seeking applications for its Australia-APEC Women in Research Fellowship that will provide financial support for high-achieving female researchers from developing APEC economies to pursue research opportunities in partnership with Australian education and research institutions. This fellowship aims to encourage the mobility of post-doctorate female researchers from the APEC region. It is designed to assist with the particular … [Read more...]
Call for Applications: 2018 Mwalimu Nyerere African Union Scholarship Scheme
Deadline: 30 April 2018 Applications are open for the 2018 Mwalimu Nyerere African Union Scholarship Scheme to encourage the participation of young African female students at postgraduate level, for Masters and PhD programmes in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). The Mwalimu Nyerere African Union Scholarship Scheme was launched in 2007 with the aim of contributing to the production and retention of high caliber African human capital for sustainable … [Read more...]
Call for pre-proposals: Pathways towards Sustainable African Urban Development
Deadline: 14 May 2018 The International Council for Science (ICSU), in partnership with the Network of African Science Academies (NASAC) and the International Social Science Council (ISSC) is seeking proposals to support up to 11 collaborative research projects across Africa (to the value of up to 90,000 Euro each over two years) that will explore integrated approaches for sustainable urban development in Africa. The call for pre-proposals aims to identify collaborative research projects in … [Read more...]
New Zealand Law Foundation’s Grant Program: Supporting Research in the Law
Deadline: Various The New Zealand Law Foundation is inviting applicants for its grant programs to fund legal research, public education on legal matters and legal training. The Foundation fulfils a unique and important role in New Zealand’s political and social development through funding quality legal research in New Zealand. Objectives To provide opportunities for the acquisition and diffusion of legal knowledge and the consideration and suggestion of amendments to the law. To … [Read more...]
Call for Applications: AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grant 2018
Deadline: 6 April 2018 The African-German Network of Excellence in Science (AGNES) is pleased to announce the call for applications for its programme “AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grant”. The AGNES Mobility Grant for Junior Researchers aims to strengthen the scientific capacity and networking in Africa through active co-operation of AGNES and potential AGNES members. Funding Information A maximum Grant amount of EUR 2 300 and EUR 3 000 is earmarked for 1 and 2 months stays, … [Read more...]
Call for Nominations: 2018 South African Women in Science Awards
Deadline: 18 May 2018 The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is seeking nominations for the 2018 South African Women in Science Awards (WISA) to recognise and reward excellence by women scientists and researchers, and profile them as role models for younger women. The theme for the 2018 WISA is leveraging science, technology and innovation to enhance inclusive growth and development. This theme is adapted from the 2018 priority theme for the 6th BRICS science technology and innovation … [Read more...]
