Climate, Food and Farming, Global Research Alliance Development Scholarships (CLIFF-GRADS) Programme 2026

The CLIFF-GRADS Programme provides short-term research stays (4-6 months) for early-career scientists from developing countries to conduct applied research in agricultural greenhouse gas emissions quantification and mitigation. Successful applicants will gain experience, build networks, and have access to equipment and methodologies used by host institutions. Grants support PhD students from developing countries to undertake research stays and pursue professional development in this area.

Grant of $14,000 USD for PhD students; 4-6 month research stays; access to host institution equipment and methodologies; opportunities to build networks and gain cross-cultural experience.

PhD students from developing countries who are undertaking their PhD at a university in a developing country and have not previously been awarded a CLIFF-GRADS grant.

Submit the Round 7 online application form with required documents (motivation letter, CV, and letter of support from PhD supervisor) in English.