Description:

The CIMPA-ICTP "Research in Pairs" Fellowships 2026 offer an excellent opportunity for mathematicians holding a PhD degree to collaborate on research in Europe. This prestigious program is open to researchers who have defended their PhD at least three years ago and have been working in academic institutions in a developing country for the past five years. Hosted in top European universities across Germany, Spain, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, and Switzerland, the fellowship provides up to €10,000 in financial benefits, covering travel, accommodation, insurance, and visa expenses.

Subject: Mathematics

· Theoretical Physics

Degree Level: Fellowship

Program Duration:

· The minimum stay is five weeks at the host institution for research collaboration.

· An additional one-week stay is required for recording the mini-course.

· The visit should take place between January and December 2026.

Grants: The fellowship provides up to €10,000, covering:

· Round-trip travel expenses to the host institution.

· Accommodation costs during the stay.

· Health insurance for the duration of the visit.

· Visa application fees.

Eligibility criteria: This fellowship is open to international students from developing countries.

· Hold a PhD in Mathematics for at least three years before applying.

· Be employed at a university or academic institution in a developing country for the past five years.

· Have a European research partner based in Germany, Spain, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, or Switzerland.

· Be willing to record and broadcast an 8-hour mathematics mini-course in English or French during their visit.

· Submit a detailed research proposal along with a supporting letter from the European host.

Application Procedure:

· Interested candidates can apply by submitting an online application by April 25, 2025. The application process includes:

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· Creating an account on the CIMPA-ICTP online portal.

· Fill out the application form with details about the research project.

· Obtaining a supporting letter from the European host researcher.

· Submitting the application before the deadline.

Application Deadline: April 25, 2025

Online Apply: https://www.ictp.it/opportunity/call-cimpa-ictp-fellowships-2026-research-pairs