University of Lodz START Scholarship 2026

The University of Lodz START Scholarship 2026 is a funded scholarship for international researchers to begin their research career at the University of Lodz, Poland. It is aimed at young researchers in the early stages of their careers, including PhD students and early postdoctoral researchers, with a selection process managed by the Foundation for Polish Science. The scholarship provides recognition and support for pursuing research in Poland over a limited period.

Funding for research, distinguished scholarship status, and enhanced academic resume; recognition as a recipient of Poland’s leading non-governmental science fund

Young researchers in the early phases of their careers who have published in respected journals or books and can demonstrate significant contributions to their field; applicants must be PhD students or current PhD holders working in Poland; applicants must be younger than 30 in the year of application.

Applications must be submitted through the University of Lodz process via the provided official link; documents include online application forms and supporting materials.