Are you a young scientist eager to enhance your research career while working in a new environment? Are you looking to foster collaborations and gain advanced training in the natural sciences? The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) Fellowships for Research and Advanced Training could be the perfect opportunity for you. This program is designed to support scientists from developing countries by providing fellowships to conduct research and training at institutions in other developing countries, aiming to boost their scientific capabilities and expand their professional networks.

The TWAS Fellowships offer a unique chance to spend between three and twelve months at a research institution different from your own. This fellowship serves as a stepping stone for early-career researchers and a platform for developing crucial connections within the scientific community. With a focus on natural sciences, this program encourages the exchange of knowledge and expertise among researchers from developing countries, fostering collaboration and growth.

The application deadline for these fellowships is 06 October 2025. The process is straightforward, requires submission through an online portal, and offers support for airfare and subsistence costs. If you meet the eligibility criteria and are passionate about advancing your research career, this fellowship could be your gateway to valuable international experience and professional development.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: 06 October 2025
• Funding Type: Partially Funded
• Organizer/Host Institution:  The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS)
• Eligible Countries: Developing countries in the South
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Young scientists
• Focus Area/Field: Natural sciences
• Study Level: MSc or equivalent degree
• Duration: 3-12 months
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: Developing countries in the South

Benefits and Financial Aids

The TWAS Fellowships provide several benefits to support your research and training:

• International Airfare: TWAS covers low-cost international airfare.
• Monthly Subsistence Contribution: Up to USD 300 per month to assist with living expenses.
• Host Institution Support: The host institution is expected to provide accommodation, food, and research facilities.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the TWAS Fellowships, you must:

• Applicants must hold a minimum of an MSc or equivalent degree.
• Be a citizen of a developing country.
• Be employed by a research institution in a developing country.
• Be working in any area of natural sciences.
• Preference is given to young scientists at the beginning of their research career and those working in Least Developed Countries.

Required Documents

When applying, ensure you submit the following:

• Scanned copy of your passport (page with your name and surname)
• CV (maximum five pages including publications)
• Supporting Statement from the Head of your Home Institution
• Two reference letters from senior scientists (the Head of your Home Institution cannot be one of your referees)
• MSc certificate and relevant university transcripts
• Official invitation letter from the Head of the Host Institute

How to Apply?

• Click the “Apply Now” button below to start your application.
• Prepare and submit all necessary documentation as outlined in the application instructions.
• Submit Your Application, and be sure to complete all sections.

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Important Notes:

• It should be noted that the Fellowships are only offered for South-South trips or scholars visiting universities in other developing nations.
• Please be aware that applicants are limited to one TWAS and OWSD portfolio program application per calendar year. That year, applicants are ineligible to participate in any other university’s TWAS Visiting Professor programs. One exception: The institution’s head may still apply for another program even though they have invited an outside scholar to offer their expertise as part of the TWAS Visiting Professor programs.

Please refer to the TWAS website for further information about TWAS Fellowships for Research and Advanced Training in developing countries.

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