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The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) and UNESCO
TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme 2026
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A scheme supporting regular collaborative research visits by researchers from developing countries to centres of excellence in the South.
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Do I qualify
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- citizenship developing countries
- institution actively engaged in research at a recognized institution in the applicant's home country
- degree PhD or equivalent degree
- institution developing countries included in the TWAS list of eligible nations
Preferences and flexible criteria (4)
- degree PhD or equivalent degree in a scientific field
- strong academic record
- merit-based selection
- institution scientists from isolated institutions in developing countries
- Who is eligible
- developing countries
- Fields of study
- Natural sciences, Social sciences
What's covered Partial funding
- Funding type
- Partial funding
- Duration
- 2-3 years
- Host institution
- Participating centres of excellence in the South.
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- In-person requirements
- Required in-person study/placement/event
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- Deadline
- 9 December 2025
- Application cycle
- 2025 application cycle
- Notes
- Appointments may be renewed for a further three-year term subject to availability of funds. Applicants may apply for only one programme per calendar year in the TWAS and OWSD portfolio, subject to the stated exception for an institutional head inviting an external scholar under a Visiting Professor programme.
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