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The Smithsonian Institution (SI) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biodiversity Genomics promotes collaborative research in these fields involving comparative genomic approaches such as phylogenomics, population genomics, metagenomics or transcriptomics, and have a component that involves significant bioinformatics analysis. Applications for this opportunity will open in August 2024.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program (SIFP). The Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program offers opportunities for independent research or study related to Smithsonian collections, facilities, and/or research interests of the Institution and its staff.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program 2025. The program targets young talented African nationals who are completing or have recently completed their Ph.D. in an area relevant to the World Bank's work.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
The Mid-Career Fellowships are designed to support exceptional individual researchers with excellent research proposals and to promote public understanding and engagement with the humanities and social sciences. Applications are now open for this fellowship.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Commonwealth Professional Fellowships 2024/2025 are now open. The Commonwealth Professional Fellowships are for mid-career professionals from low - and middle-income countries to spend a period of time at a UK host organisation working in their sector for a programme of professional development.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the TWAS-ICCBS Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme 2024/2025. The programme is for young scientists from developing countries (other than Pakistan) who wish to pursue postdoctoral research.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Rangel Graduate Fellowship Program 2024/2025. The RangelGraduate Fellowship is a program that aims to attract and prepare outstanding young people for careers in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State in which they can help formulate, represent, and implement U.S. foreign policy.
Date Posted: 15 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the UN OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship Programme 2025. The Indigenous Fellowship Programme was launched in 1997 by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in the context of the first International Decade of the World's Indigenous People.
Date Posted: 15 Jul, 2024
The Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship provides an unrivalled opportunity for an exceptional early career journalist: a nine-month fellowship with Durham University and Reuters to undertake an investigative project. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jul, 2024
Are you an experienced researcher looking for a unique opportunity to collaborate internationally? Do you want to engage in the academic environment of one of Germany’s leading universities? The Bonn International Fellowships offer an exceptional chance for researchers to engage with the University of Bonn’s vibrant academic community for up to 12 days.
Date Posted: 15 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the IJP Climate and Energy Fellowship 2024 for German & Polish Journalists. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Outbound Exchange Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2024
Do you want to be part of the movement creating a more sustainable and equitable future? Join the Leading Change Fellowship to become a more impactful leader and connect with a dynamic community of changemakers.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the African Union EAN Fellowship Programme 2024. Click here to learn more about this fellowship opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2024
The Minority Africa Fellowship proudly presents the first edition of a new project: The Limbo Fellowship Project, which is open to people in Mozambique, Mauritius, Tanzania, Uganda, and Nigeria. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2024
Are you a journalist with a great idea for a high-impact story that “Follows the Money” but few resources to get it done? Click here to read more and apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Salzburg Global Center for Education Transformation Writers Residency. This opportunity is open to all writers or individuals who are interested in writing. Click here to read more and apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Calling on all the young people in india within the ages of 18 and 20 who have interest in climatic change and other cross-cutting issues, to apply for the UNICEF-YuWaah Fellowship Opportunity. Click here to read more and apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Pulitzer Center AlAccountability Fellowships 2024-2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Jul, 2024
The Turkey Research Scholarship 2024 which enables international students to conduct research in the most prestigious universities of Türkiye is open. Click here to learn more about this scholarship and apply for it
Date Posted: 08 Jul, 2024
1. What is a Fellowship Program?
A fellowship program is a short-term, specialized opportunity for individuals to gain advanced training, research experience, or professional development in a specific field. Fellowships usually provide funding, mentorship, and resources to support career growth and skill-building. They are generally awarded to students, researchers, or professionals based on merit.
2. Who is Eligible to Apply for a Fellowship?
Eligibility for fellowships varies by program, but they are generally open to graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, or professionals with relevant experience. Some fellowships are also available to undergraduates pursuing research or specific projects.
3. What is the Difference Between Fellowships ans Regular Scholarships?
While scholarships are often awarded based on academic merit or financial need, fellowships are usually more specialized. They usually focus on research, leadership, or contributions to a specific field and may include mentorship or professional development opportunities.
4. How Long Do Fellowships Typically Last?
The duration of fellowships varies, but most last between one to three years. Some can be extended depending on the nature of the program or project.
5. Are Fellowships Only for Academic Purposes?
No, fellowships are also available for professionals in various fields such as public policy, journalism, arts, and technology. They can provide opportunities for professional development, research, or leadership training outside traditional academic settings.
6. How Competitive Are Fellowships?
Fellowships are generally highly competitive due to the prestigious nature and substantial financial support they offer. Applicants are typically evaluated based on their academic achievements, research proposals, leadership potential, and relevant experience.
7. Can I Apply for More Than One Fellowship at a Time?
Yes, you can apply to multiple fellowship programs simultaneously. However, ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and deadlines for each program. Also, check the terms and conditions for each fellowship, as some may restrict combining with others.
8. What Are Some Well-Known Fellowship Programs?
Some renowned fellowship programs include the Rhodes Scholarship, American Association of University Women (AAUW) Fellowships, Mira Fellowship, Gates Cambridge Scholarship, and the Chevening Fellowship. There are also numerous fellowships in specific fields like the Humboldt Research Fellowship in Germany.