TWAS-TUBITAK fellowship 2025 in Turkey is a fully funded fellowship for international scholars from developing countries. This fellowship program is a golden opportunity for individuals who want to conduct PhD research in the field of natural and related applied sciences departments. They will also work in laboratories of both public and private universities of Turkey and Research Centers.
Both TWAS and TUBİTAK organizations have collaborated to fund this research fellowship program. The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) based in Italy supports excellence in scientific research and sustainable prosperity through diplomatic efforts. The organisation encourages sharing of knowledge and experience to address the main problems faced by developing nations. TÜBİTAK is the principal organisation for directing, financing, and coordinating research in Turkey according to national goals and priorities.
The fields of this international fellowship includes Agricultural Sciences; Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology; Biological Systems and Organisms; Medical and Health Sciences incl. Neurosciences; Chemical Sciences; Engineering Sciences; Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences; Mathematical Sciences; Physics; and Computing and Information Technology. This is a fully funded fellowship so all cost of study, traveling and accommodation will be covered by host organizations.
TWAS-TUBİTAK Fellowship 2025 in Turkey:
Host Country:
- Turkey
Host Organization:
- The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye (TÜBİTAK) and TWAS
Fellowship Location:
- Different universities of Turkey
Fellowship level and Duration:
- PhD (6-12 months)
Benefits of TWAS-TUBİTAK Fellowship in Turkey:
- TWAS will cover traveling cost of researchers to Turkey and from Turkey to their home country.
- TWAS will also cover expenses related to visa.
- TÜBİTAK will provide a monthly allowance to cover accommodation and living expenses.
- TÜBİTAK will provide medical facilities for minor ailments.
- Both the host institutions will cover all study fees including tuitions and registration fees.
- Research costs will also be covered by the host institutes.
- Candidates can select the course and institution of their own choice.
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Eligibility Criteria for TWAS-TÜBİTAK Fellowship 2025 in Turkey:
Candidates applying should:
- Check the list of eligible countries.
- Be permanent residents of a developing country in the South.
- Not be older than 35 years of age.
- It is a sandwich research visit for students who are registered in PhD program in their home country or another developing country except Turkey.
- Applicants should have passed PhD qualifying exam or should be in the final stage of their PhD.
- Submit a letter from your PhD thesis advisor who should confirm that you are fully engaged in the research laboratory work for your Ph.D. thesis.
- Have good English as the language of instruction will be English.
- Not have visa for both temporary or permanent residence in Turkey or any other developed country.
- Not already be living in Turkey.
- Have a master’s or equivalent degree in natural and related applied sciences.
- Be registered to a doctoral degree in natural and related applied sciences in a university of their home country or another developing country.
- Not work on other assignments during the fellowship.
- Cover the expenses of their family by themselves.
- Not have received this fellowship before.
- Return to their home country after completing this fellowship program.
How to apply for TWAS-TÜBİTAK Fellowship 2025 in Turkey:
- Acceptance requests shod first we sent to the host department in Turkey
- First create your profile on TÜBİTAK Researcher Information System (ARBİS) at https://arbis.tubitak.gov.tr
- Then Applications must be submitted online through the TÜBİTAK online application system through TYBS available.
- Fill in all the personal and educational information asked.
- Upload the required documents.
- Review and submit the online form.
- Only online applications will be accepted.
- Applications after the deadline will not be accepted.
- Candidates can apply for only one program in this fellowship.
Documents Required for Fully Funded Fellowship:
- No objection certificate.
- Official acceptance letter from the host institution signed by highest authority.
- Research proposal form.
- English proficiency certificate.
- Valid passport.
- Official transcripts/degrees.
Fellowship Deadline:
- The last date to apply is 16th December, 2024.
