TWAS Visiting Expert Programme 2026
About this opportunity
Provides institutions/research groups in developing countries with visiting experts; open to scientists in Least Developed countries. Deadline: 2026-11-23.
The TWAS Visiting Expert Programme supports internationally renowned scientists from developing countries to collaborate with world-class researchers in their fields, excluding mathematics and physics. It focuses on capacity-building in institutions, especially in Least Developed Countries (LDCs), by fostering long-term research and training links. Visiting experts deliver lectures, supervise students, and strengthen research initiatives, with travel costs covered by TWAS and local expenses by the host institution. Applications require a PhD, a brief CV with publications, a research/teaching plan, and a supporting letter from the host institution’s head. The programme encourages nominations of women and ensures only internationally recognized scientists are selected.
What it offers
- Travel support: Economy-class round-trip flights for visiting experts.
- Collaborative opportunities: Work with faculty and students to strengthen research and training programs.
- Flexible duration: Visits last at least 2 weeks, with potential for renewal.
- Focus on capacity-building: Strengthening institutional research and educational activities.
Who can apply
- Eligible invitees: Scientists with international recognition in natural sciences (excluding mathematics and physics).
- Host institutions: Must be in developing countries, especially LDCs, and submit an application via the online portal.
What you'll do
- Deliver lectures, seminars, and research discussions.
- Supervise students and assist in establishing new research lines.
- Strengthen existing research activities or initiate new collaborations.
- Provide comprehensive reports on the visit’s impact post-programme.
How to apply
- Submit an online application via the TWAS portal.
- Upload:
- A brief CV (max 10 pages) with a list of publications.
- A research/teaching plan from the visiting expert.
- A supporting statement from the host institution’s head.
Good to know
- Deadline: 23 November 2026 (for the current cycle).
- Restrictions: Only one programme per calendar year allowed in the TWAS/OWSD portfolio (except for heads of institutions inviting external scholars).
- Exclusions: Mathematics and physics research proposals must be directed to ICTP’s Visiting Scholar Programme.
- Contact: For queries, email exchanges@twas.org.
Key details
What you get
- economy-class round-trip travel flights
Documents needed
- brief CV (max 10 pages) with list of publications
- research/teaching programme plan from the visiting expert
- supporting statement from the host institution’s head
How to apply
- Submit an online application through TWAS’s portal.
- Upload required documents: CV, research plan, and host institution’s letter.
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