TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme 2021 For Researchers From Developing Countries
Published: 11 Oct 2020
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In collaboration with UNESCO and a number of centres of excellence in the South, TWAS has instituted a Joint Associateship Scheme to enable competent researchers from the South to visit these centres regularly. An associate is appointed for three years during which he/she can visit a Centre twice for research collaboration. TWAS provides travel support for the associates and a contribution towards subsistence costs up to USD300.00 per month while living expenses are covered by the host centres.
TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme
Benefits of TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme
The Associateship covers the associate's travel expenses and a monthly contribution of USD300 towards incidental local expenses. The host centre covers accommodation and food, and provides the research facilities.
Requirements for TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme
- Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree.
- The selection of associates is highly competitive; appointments are made on the basis of merit. Special consideration is given to scientists from isolated institutions in developing countries.
- Women scientists are especially encouraged to apply.
Application Documents
Applicants also need to upload the following documentation:
- Scanned copy of the applicant's passport, even if expired (page with applicant's name and surname);
- Supporting Statement from Head of Home Institution;
- The applicant's curriculum vitae (no more than 4 pages);
- The applicant's full list of publications;
- PhD certificate;
- Two letters of recommendation by two referees, one of whom should be from an expert from another country;
- A recent invitation letter - on the host institution’s letterhead paper - from one of the Institutions listed in the files available here.
Application Deadline
December 1, 2020How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) on onlineforms.twas.org to apply
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