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.
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. For applications after midnight GMT on 28 October 2026 (08:00 Malaysia on 29 October), the permitted host locations become the UK and listed low- or middle-income countries in Africa, South Asia and South-East Asia.
Wellcome Career Development Awards support mid-career researchers who are ready to lead substantial and innovative research programmes. Funding usually runs for eight years.
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.
