The selected scientist will be provided with a monthly allowance on the basis of the cost of living in the host country to cover expenses such as accommodation, food and health insurance.
The fellowship award will offer an allowance for bench fee costs up to USD2,565 as a contribution towards laboratory expenses necessary for the awardee’s research.
The fellowship award will also cover the cost of a round-trip air ticket up to USD1,000. Any other travel needed, including airport transfers and local transportation, will be the awardee’s responsibility.
Eligibilities
The applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
Hold a PhD degree in an area of science relevant to the research area of the Fellowship programme
Age up to 45 years
Has minimum 5 years of experience in the field of research after the PhD
Host Institute must be in a developing country
Provide an official acceptance letter from the Host Institute
Must be a national of and resident in an IsDB LDMC
Must be employed at an institution in his/her home country