The Forests Travel Award encourages junior scientists to present their latest research at academic conferences in the field of forests and forest ecology. The financial support of CHF800 can be used to attend an international conference held in 2026. Applicants must be postdoctoral fellows or PhD students involved in forestry-related sciences. Applications have to be submitted by 31 May 2026. Forests Travel Award
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CCAS Center of Excellence — Climate Change Research Fellowships
The CCAS Center of Excellence (CCAS CoE) invites applications for its fellowship programs focused on climate change research and atmospheric sciences. These fellowships are open to PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers who are affiliated with academic or research institutions in any country. The program provides financial support to cover travel expenses and research-related costs for projects aligned with the Center’s mission to address environmental challenges. While specific grant amounts are not listed on the website, the funding typically supports short-term research stays and collaborative projects. Applications must be submitted by 31 May 2026. Details here
Swiss National Science Foundation — Postdoc Mobility
Postdoc researchers who wish to pursue an academic career in Switzerland are invited to apply to the Postdoc.Mobility fellowships. The research stay enables researchers to acquire more in-depth knowledge, increases their scientific independence, and enhances their research profile. The fellowships include a grant for subsistence costs, a flat rate for travel expenses, and a possible contribution to research and conference costs. The funding period is 24 months. Foreign nationals are eligible if they have at least 2 years of research activity at a Swiss research institution. The application deadline is 04 August 2026. Postdoc.Mobility
Let’s Sustain — Youth Climate Project 2026
Let’s Sustain invites applications for the Youth Climate Project 2026 to support young changemakers with innovative climate solutions. The program offers a fully funded seven-day trip across Europe starting from Germany, where participants can choose their own destinations and present their projects to sustainability leaders. Eligibility is open to individuals between the ages of 18 and 50, as well as youth-led organizations or informal youth groups, provided they hold a valid passport and are committed to attending the program. While specific cash grant amounts are not listed, the program covers all travel and participation costs for the international tour. The deadline for applications is 10 May 2026. Youth Climate Project
Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development — Co-Operative Research Program
The Co-operative Research Program (CRP) provides funding for international events (such as conferences, workshops, congresses, and symposia) and research fellowship grants. Applications are invited from research scientists working in agriculture, forestry, or fisheries who would like to conduct research projects abroad or visit international events. The deadline to apply is 10 September 2026. Co-operative Research Program
University of Oxford — Visiting Fellowship Scheme
The University of Oxford invites applications for the CARIBOX Visiting Fellowship Scheme 2027. This program offers three-to-six-month fellowships at the University of Oxford for researchers based at Caribbean institutions. Eligible applicants must be early-to-mid-career researchers from any discipline who hold a permanent or long-term position at a university in a Caribbean country. The fellowship provides a stipend of up to £10 thousand to cover travel, accommodation, and living expenses during the stay in Oxford. The program aims to foster collaborative research projects and long-term academic networks between Oxford and the Caribbean region. The deadline for applications is 15 September 2026. Visiting Fellowship
Eisenhower Fellowships — Global Fellowship Program
Eisenhower Fellowships (EF) empower innovative leaders through a transformative fellowship experience in a global network of dynamic change agents committed to creating a more peaceful world. Fellows will be invited to the United States for a six-week program with both in-person and virtual components, where they will develop a project, and collaborate with their American counterparts. Fellows range between 32 and 45 years of age at the time of fellowship and must be highly proficient in English. Applications are accepted across the globe but preference is given to candidates in countries where EF is active. The application deadline is 15 May 2026. Eisenhower Fellowships
Partnership for Observation of the Global Oceans — Fellowships 2026
The Partnership for Observation of the Global Oceans (POGO) supports capacity building in oceanography for individuals and institutions in developing countries. POGO’s Visiting Fellowships Program is open to scientists, technicians, graduate students (PhD), and post-doctoral fellows involved in oceanographic work. Priority is given to applicants in their early stages of career development. The fellowship offers the opportunity to visit other oceanographic centers for a short period of training on any aspect of oceanographic observations, analyses, and interpretation. The application deadline is 01 May 2026. Find fellowship information
Institute of International Education — Ocean Futures Fellowship
The Institute of International Education and OceanX invite applications for the Ocean Futures Fellowship to support the next generation of professionals addressing global ocean challenges. This six-month, full-time remote program is open to individuals at least 21 years old who hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have full professional proficiency in English. Fellows can apply for one of six specialized roles: AI, digital correspondence, digital asset archives, immersive media, marketing and communications, or partnerships. Participants receive a monthly stipend for the duration of the fellowship and may have the opportunity to travel aboard the OceanXplorer vessel. The deadline for applications is 03 May 2026. More information
Coimbra Group — Scholarships for Latin American Researchers
The Coimbra Group offers scholarships for young professors and researchers from Latin American universities to undertake short-term research stays at participating European member institutions. Eligible applicants must be nationals and residents of a Latin American country, hold a university degree, and be actively linked to a recognized Latin American university as a professor or researcher. Candidates must generally be under 40 years of age and must secure an acceptance letter from an academic supervisor at the host university before applying. The grants finance visits of one to three months, with funding amounts varying by host institution, typically ranging from €1,000 to €1,800 per month, sometimes including additional allowances for travel or housing. The deadline for applications is 10 May 2026. Scholarships for Latin American Researchers