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Wednesday, September 9, 2026

TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme 2025/2026

Fellowship Fully funded Closed

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TWAS (The World Academy of Sciences) in collaboration with UNESCO and participating centres of excellence South Africa 2026

Information

The programme supports regular visits and is coupled with travel funding and a monthly stipend, while host centres cover accommodation, meals, and research facilities. The associates are appointed for three years, with visits typically lasting two to three months.

Benefits

Travel expenses covered; monthly stipend of USD 300; accommodation, meals, and research facilities provided by the host centre

Eligibility

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree; selections are based on merit with special consideration for scientists from isolated institutions in developing countries, and women scientists are encouraged to apply.

Application

Apply online and upload required documents including passport copy, Head of Home Institution statement, CV, publications list, PhD certificate, letters of recommendation, and a host invitation letter with proposed visit timing.

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Opportunity Details

TypeFellowship

FundingFully funded

OrganiserTWAS (The World Academy of Sciences) in collaboration with UNESCO and participating centres of excellence

LocationSouth Africa

Dates October 1, 2025

Study level PhD / Doctoral

Open toApplicants from developing countries in the Global South are considered, with emphasis on scientists from isolated institutions.

Open to all subjects

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