The East-West Center welcomes applications for the Pacific Islands Leadership Program with Taiwan to enhance the leadership capacities of young leaders in the Pacific Islands. Participants will spend approximately two months at the East-West Center’s campus in Hawaii, in addition to a month in Taipei at the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs. The curriculum includes topics in climate change and environmental stewardship, among others. Eligibility extends to early and mid-careers professionals in the Cook Islands, Micronesia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Kiribati, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Marshall Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu. The fellowship provides a fully funded experience, covering the costs of a one-week online session, two weeks of training in Honolulu, and three weeks in Taiwan. The application deadline is 27 March 2026. Pacific Islands Leadership Program
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Tällberg Foundation — Global Leadership Prize
The Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize recognizes innovative leaders addressing complex global challenges. Each of the three laureates will receive an unrestricted US$50 thousand grant. Nominations are open to anyone. Nominations close on 31 March 2026. Global Leadership Prize
Asia Global Institute — Fellows Program
The AsiaGlobal Fellows Program (AGF) is a fully funded, residential fellowship designed for mid-career professionals who are engaged in public policy, global affairs, sustainability, and regional or international issues related to Asia. Fellows receive full financial support, including a monthly stipend, accommodation allowance, travel costs, and program expenses. The fellowship is open to applicants of all nationalities. The application deadline is 31 March 2026. Asia Global Fellows Program
Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute — 3-year Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) invites applications for a three-year postdoctoral fellowship in tropical animal behavior. The annual stipend is US$62 thousand, and the annual research and travel budget is up to US$13 thousand per year. Fellows will be based in Panama and will have the opportunity to conduct comparative research throughout the tropics. Please note that applicants must find a STRI scientific staff member who will serve as their main host/advisor before submitting a final application. Applications have to be submitted by 15 April 2026. Find the guidelines
International Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology — BiotechNet Grants
The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) supports original research projects in basic science, healthcare, and biotechnology specifically for investigators in Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Uganda. These two-year grants offer a maximum annual contribution of €24,000 (€48,000 total) to cover consumables, equipment, and travel, with a unique requirement that lead investigators must host a fellow from another partner country to foster regional collaboration. Eligible applicants must hold a position at a university or research institute in one of the four beneficiary countries, and a special “Early Career Return Grant” is available for researchers under 40 who have recently returned to the region after at least two years abroad. The application deadline is 30 April 2026. BiotechNet Grants
British Council — Scholarships for Women in STEM
The British Council launches a scholarship program in partnership with UK universities to benefit women from the Americas, South Asia, South East Asia, Egypt, and Wider Europe. The scholarship provides women with a background in STEM with financial support to inspire future generations of women to pursue careers in STEM. Applications should be made directly to the participating universities. Application deadlines vary between courses, with the last deadline on 30 April 2026. Women in STEM Scholarship
COASTHazar – Joint Master in Coastal Hazards
The COASTHazar Joint Master program prepares students to address coastal risks and climate change impacts through a two-year curriculum spanning Spain, the Netherlands, and Portugal. This global program is open to students with a university degree in engineering, geosciences, or environmental sciences. While full Erasmus Mundus scholarships are not available for the 2026–2028 edition, the program offers a reduced tuition fee to support incoming participants. Students spend the first three semesters moving between the Universidad de Cantabria, IHE Delft, and the University of Algarve before completing a thesis project. The application deadline is 30 April 2026. Know more
Nikon — Small World Competition 2026
The Nikon Small World Competition is open to anyone with an interest in photography through the microscope. Each year, the top 20 prize-winners are exhibited at numerous museums and science centers throughout the United States and Canada. The Top 3 winners will receive up to US$3 thousand. Only photomicrographs are eligible. Entries must be received no later than 30 April 2026. Know more
IHE Delft Institute for Water Education — MSc Scholarship
IHE Delft offers 4 scholarships that cover the full tuition fee of the MSc program on Water and Sustainable Development to citizens from Latin America or the Caribbean. The scholarship includes tuition fees, insurance, international travel costs, and an allowance of €1,115 per month for the cost of living and accommodation. The deadline for application for admission and scholarship is 01 June 2026. IHE Delft MSc Scholarship
The Earth Foundation — Earth Prize Schools Competition
The Earth Foundation invites secondary school students aged 13–19, working individually or in teams, to propose innovative solutions to environmental challenges at the local, national, or global level. Participants receive mentorship, learning resources, and expert guidance to refine their projects, with selected entries competing for cash prizes of up to US$12,500. The competition is open worldwide to eligible secondary school students. The application deadline is 30 January 2026. Earth Prize Schools Competition