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At a time when geopolitical tensions and technological advancements are reshaping our world, the Global Science Ministerial Dialogue on Science Diplomacy, as part of the International Decade of Sciences for Sustainable Development, aims to advance international dialogue on creating a new global framework for science diplomacy that addresses the current
With the support of the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), UNESCO-TWAS launched a new programme to strengthen the capacity of African countries lagging in science and technology. The programme is aimed at early career researchers who have obtained their PhD abroad and have recently returned or will
ISC Members in the Asia-Pacific region and early- and mid-career researchers are invited to an online training session exploring how scientists can navigate social media to promote and communicate their work. This is the fourth of six social media training modules designed by the International Science Council Regional Focal Point
The Plenary of the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), in decision IPBES-11/1, approved the undertaking of a second global assessment of biodiversity and ecosystem services. The overall objective of the second IPBES global assessment of biodiversity and ecosystem services (“the second global assessment”) is to assess relevant
The HIAS fellowship program is aimed at outstanding scholars (minimum requirement: doctorate) as well as artists and cultural professionals of all career levels and nationalities. The most important prerequisites for a research fellowship at HIAS are substantial academic or artistic achievements, intellectual curiosity and an above-average interest in other disciplines.
The UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea International Prize for Research in the Life Sciences aims to reward the projects and activities of individuals, group of individuals, institutions, and non-governmental organizations for their outstanding contribution to the improvement of human life. The call for nominations for the ninth edition of the UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea International
The FEBS Fellowships programme began in 1979, and became a highly competitive and respected programme for early-stage researchers thanks to rigorous selection methods and the packages offered. Most of its schemes over the years have supported graduate students and early-career researchers in the molecular life sciences in the FEBS area
The ISC Centre for Science Futures has released the second edition of its working paper “Preparing national research ecosystems for AI” building on the first collection of country case studies. The new edition continues to map the integration of AI into research and science ecosystems, with a particular focus on
The International Urban Health Summit will bring together policymakers, urban health experts, leaders of health initiatives, and community members. This summit presents a unique opportunity to bridge the realms of urban development and health, employing a holistic approach aligned with a commitment to community welfare and sustainable development. International experts,
The Arab-German Young Academy of Sciences and Humanities (AGYA) is looking for new members. AGYA promotes research cooperation among excellent early-career researchers (3−10 years after PhD) from all disciplines affiliated with a research institution in Germany or any Arab country.
The Falling Walls Global Call invites researchers and innovators worldwide to submit their groundbreaking research. We invite leading academic and research institutions worldwide to contribute by nominating outstanding research projects that push the boundaries of knowledge and impact. The selected breakthroughs will be presented at the Falling Walls Science Summit
Nominations and self-applications are now open for Standing Up for Science – The John Maddox Prize. Standing up for Science – The John Maddox Prize, recognizes researchers who stand up and speak out for science and evidence-based policy, advancing public discussion around difficult topics, despite challenges or hostility, and successfully
The Einstein Award for Promoting Quality in Research in cooperation with the QUEST Center for Responsible Research at the Berlin Institute of Health at Charité honors researchers, institutions, and early career researchers around the globe whose work helps to fundamentally advance the quality, transparency, and reproducibility of science and research.
Momentum PPDF is an initiative designed to attract and nurture up to 35 exceptional postdoctoral researchers from around the globe to “Lendület”, Momentum research groups in Hungary. The primary objectives of this programme are to: 1) provide postdoctoral researchers with the opportunity to further develop their careers within the dynamic
The Postdoctoral Fellowships Programme targets researchers holding a PhD who wish to carry out their research activities abroad, acquire new skills and develop their careers. PFs help researchers gain experience in other countries, disciplines and possibly non-academic sectors. The Fellowship can last 1 to 2 or 3 years, depending on
Participants are invited to submit COST Action proposals contributing to the scientific, technological, economic, cultural, or societal knowledge advancement and development of Europe. Multi- and interdisciplinary proposals are encouraged.
EMCRs are invited to use the research funding database provided by scientifyRESEARCH. The open/free version of the database is available to all. A premium version can be accessed for a fee and would have broader functionality, e.g., additional eligibility filters and no ads. A free grant alert service, whereby researchers
This is a continuously updated repository of federal and private funding opportunities that are intended for late postdoctoral investigators and early-career faculty, usually those at or below the rank of assistant professor. Some opportunities may also be open to mid-career faculty; this has been designated in the eligibility requirements. The
The Climate Impacts Awards, fund researchers to take on important questions relating to life, health, and wellbeing, with creative approaches that push boundaries. They plan to spend £16 billion by 2032 to advance scientific discovery and take on the world’s most urgent health issues. They believe ground-breaking discoveries are more
The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) are open to all domains of research and innovation, chosen freely by the applicants in a fully bottom-up manner. Any type of organisation can apply for Horizon Europe funding as long as they have the operational and financial capacity to carry out the tasks they
The UN Foundation and the IPCC are partnering to make climate science more accessible to global youth. The initiative, called #SayItWithScience, uses art to rapidly communicate climate solutions to new audiences. To make IPCC science more accessible, UNF is calling on young artists to help visualize climate solutions and energize
The YAE initially recruited about 100 members from the pool of ERC Starting Grant holders. Since 1st January 2014, the YAE has been open to leading young scholars whose excellence at the international level has been recognised by their peers (for instance, holders of prestigious European or national research grants
The ISC is convening a global network of science communicators across our community to learn, collaborate, network, and collectively advance science as a global public good. The network is open to all interested staff, office bearers, or representatives of ISC Members, affiliated bodies and partners, but will be particularly useful