Apply to a five-day UKRI sandpit developing data-for-metascience projects. Up to £2 million is available across resulting projects; attending does not guarantee funding.
Who can apply
UK-based participants only. Project leads need an eligible UK research organisation. UK business, third-sector and government participants can join as co-leads or partners, with additional role/cost restrictions. International collaboration is excluded.
This fellowship supports registered healthcare professionals pursuing a clinical academic career through a relevant project in human health, hosted by an eligible UK research organisation.
Who can apply
Any nationality, including applicants currently outside the UK. An eligible UK host is required, with UK professional registration by the award start and plans for clinical activity in the UK during or after the fellowship.
The 2027 Processing Foundation Fellowship supports artists, educators, and engineers to propose projects that extend the impact of Processing, with a $10,000 stipend and mentorship.
Who can apply
U.S.-based applicants only. The AI education track is remote within the U.S.; game-design fellows must be based in Los Angeles, and the hardware/artist track in New York City.
Up to £7,000 for a first small-scale nature-conservation project in a Rufford-eligible country, including Malaysia. A staged scheme supports further qualifying work.
Who can apply
Conservation projects in countries on Rufford’s current eligible-country list, including Malaysia. Applicants based in advanced economies may qualify if the project is in an eligible country, is high conservation priority and builds local capacity.
Reporting-cost grants for staff and freelance journalists worldwide pursuing in-depth, underreported stories. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Who can apply
Staff and freelance journalists of all nationalities, based anywhere, reporting in any country. A credible publication/distribution plan and outlet commitment are required; additional safety conditions apply in hostile environments.
OIST’s funded five-year PhD programme in Okinawa, Japan, supports interdisciplinary science research with tuition and living support for domestic and international students.
Who can apply
Domestic and international applicants; full-time doctoral study at OIST in Okinawa, Japan. Complete a bachelor’s/master’s/equivalent degree before enrollment. International students require a valid Japanese student visa.
US$12,000 for women pursuing full-time doctoral research in aerospace engineering or space sciences, at accredited institutions worldwide.
Who can apply
Women of any nationality; full-time aerospace/space-science doctoral study at an accredited institution in any country. Doctoral-stage and membership exclusions apply; payment is subject to US sanctions.
Gerda Henkel Foundation PhD scholarships support full-time doctoral research in the historical humanities. Funding is €1,920 per month for up to two years, with possible family, travel and material support under the provider’s rules.
Who can apply
Any nationality and country of residence. Applicants must be doctoral candidates in the historical humanities and meet the Foundation’s degree, age-at-graduation and full-time-research conditions.
This research award recognises internationally respected academics whose work has made an important contribution to their discipline and promises further influential achievements. It offers €45,000 and the opportunity to undertake a research project in Germany with specialist colleagues.
Who can apply
The nominee must have lived and worked predominantly outside Germany for at least five years and must not yet hold permanent employment in Germany. A qualifying researcher in Germany submits the nomination; individuals cannot apply directly.
The fellowship helps established independent researchers at eligible UK institutions concentrate on research. It funds a teaching replacement, within the scheme’s salary limit, plus up to £5,000 in research expenses.
Who can apply
Researchers holding a permanent post at an eligible UK university or research institution; the fellowship is hosted at the applicant’s own UK institution.
This Wellcome award supports an early-career researcher in developing independent discovery research relevant to life, health and wellbeing. Funding normally runs for five years and includes the applicant’s salary plus up to £400,000 in research expenses, subject to the stated cost rules.
Who can apply
Lead applicants must be based at an eligible nonprofit institution in the UK, Ireland or a low- or middle-income country excluding India and mainland China. From 29 October 2026, the permitted host locations become the UK and listed low- or middle-income countries in Africa, South Asia and South-East Asia.
This research award recognises internationally respected academics whose work has made an important contribution to their discipline and promises further influential achievements. It offers €60,000 and the opportunity to undertake a research project in Germany with specialist colleagues.
Who can apply
The nominee must have lived and worked predominantly outside Germany for at least five years and must not yet hold permanent employment in Germany. A qualifying researcher in Germany submits the nomination; individuals cannot apply directly.
