TWAS Visiting Expert Programme 2026 for Developing Countries
The essentials at a glance
Who can apply?
Moroccan candidates may apply. Level: Postdoctorate, Research. Field: Science & engineering, Medicine & health, Economics & management, Computer science & data.
What is the funding?
Partially funded.
What is the deadline?
Deadline: 23 November 2026. 46 days left.
How to apply?
Submit your application on the organisation's official website, using the "Apply on the official website" button at the top of this page.
What is it? Summary of the opportunity
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) Visiting Expert Programme enables research groups and institutions in developing nations to host internationally recognized scientists. The goal is to foster long-term collaborations and enhance local research capabilities across all natural science fields, excluding physics and mathematics.
During their two to four-week stay, visiting experts work closely with the host institution's faculty and students. They may lead seminars, supervise research projects, and establish the groundwork for future scientific partnerships.
Eligibility conditions: who can apply?
| Required degree | Hold a PhD degree |
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| Field | Natural sciences other than Physics and Mathematics |
| Nationality | Open to Moroccan applicants |
| Language (required) | EN |
- Be an internationally renowned scientist with recognized expertise in their field
- The host institution must be located in a developing country
Benefits and funding: what is covered?
- TWAS covers the round-trip economy class airfare
- Local expenses are covered by the host institution
Required documents: what to prepare?
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How to apply? The steps to follow
- Prepare the joint project. The host institution and the visiting expert define the research and teaching program for the visit together.
- Download required templates. Retrieve the official letter of intent and support statement templates directly from the online portal.
- Complete the online form. Access the TWAS application portal via the submission button and fill in the requested information.
- Upload supporting documents. Attach the expert's CV, publication list, collaboration letter, and host institution support statement before the deadline.
Key dates: what is the deadline?
| Submission deadline | 23/11/2026 |
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Deadline history
- 06/10/2026 : 11/10/2026 → 23/11/2026
Source and verification: where does the information come from?
This page is an automatic translation of the French text; in case of doubt, the French text and the organisation's official page prevail.
- TWAS - The World Academy of Sciences (Fellowships Doctorat & Postdoc) - official page (main source)