Summary:
These awards provide funding for outstanding emerging research leaders in the UK to establish research collaborations with international partners. Eligible applicants are newly independent researchers who are ready to lead and drive the research vision of an international research program. The objectives of the scheme include:
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- Supporting sustainable and mutually beneficial collaborative partnerships.
- Encouraging innovative approaches to challenging research questions.
- Building capabilities for conducting, managing, sharing, and applying high-quality research.
- Facilitating knowledge exchange and skills development.
Application Requirements:
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- Newly independent researchers in the UK.
- Collaboration with partners in selected countries: Japan, South Korea (co-funded with the National Research Foundation of Korea), Brazil (including Least Developed Countries), and South Africa (including Least Developed Countries).
Funding:
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- Up to £225,000 over three years (£75,000 per year) for UK-based researchers.
- Additional funding available for ODA-eligible projects.
- Funds cover research expenses, travel, subsistence, research assistance, and training.
Launch Your Research Career: International Collaboration Grants (Royal Society)
Are you a brilliant early-career researcher in the UK ready to take your research global?
The Royal Society’s International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF) offers exciting grant opportunities to support newly independent researchers like you. These grants will help you build your own research group and develop collaborative research projects with international partners.
What are the benefits?
- Funding of up to £225,000 over three years for your research activities.
- Additional funding may be available for projects involving specific countries (South Korea, Brazil, South Africa).
- Support for travel, research expenses, research assistance, and training.
- Opportunity to establish valuable international research connections.
Who can apply?
- Early-career researchers leading their own research group in the UK.
- Applicants with a strong research vision and a focus on international collaboration.
- Researchers interested in collaborating with partners in:
- Japan
- South Korea
- Brazil (plus Least Developed Countries)
- South Africa (plus Least Developed Countries)
The Royal Society is committed to diversity and inclusion in science. They encourage applications from researchers of all backgrounds and perspectives.
Ready to take the next step in your research career?
- Visit the Royal Society website for more information and application details.
- Application deadline: June 25, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to propel your research on a global scale!