AASS-TWAS: The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) invites candidates to participate in the fifth course on science diplomacy. Applications are invited from scholars of developing countries.
Location: Italy
Duration: 20 to 24 August 2018
Study field: Interdisciplinary
Requirements:
- The workshop is designed for young scientists (below the age of 40) living and working in developing countries whose research and wider engagement has brought them into the international policy-making arena
- The workshop is dedicated to policymakers and diplomats interested in some of the central science-based themes that might influence their work and research institution administrators and research funders focused on identifying ways to build international networks
- Applications are also open to representatives from NGOs and other sectors working at the science-diplomacy interface.
Benefits:
- Alumni will join a global network of young leaders and innovators reaching across borders to address societal challenges and become agents of change in their countries and sectors.
- Travel, accommodation and visa expenses
Application:
- Apply online
Successful candidates will be informed by mid May
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| Organization | The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) |
| Fellowship Level | Grants |
| Country | Italy |
| Subject areas | All disciplines |
| Fellowship amount | Varies |
| Eligibility | Open to developing countries |
| Deadline | 15 April 2018 |
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