Scholarship Summary:
Funding: Fully Funded
Host Entity: International Center for Theoretical Physics
Level: Fellowship
Subjects to study: Mathematics, Theoretical Physics
Eligible Nationalities: International Students
Host Countries: Germany, Spain, Switzerland, France, Italy, Netherlands
Application Deadline: 25 April 2025
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.
About the CIMPA-ICTP “Research in Pairs” Fellowship
The CIMPA-ICTP fellowship aims to support mathematicians from developing countries by funding research visits to European universities and institutes. Selected candidates will collaborate with a European researcher on a well-defined research project. The program prioritizes applicants who remain scientifically active despite heavy teaching, supervision, or administrative responsibilities and those with limited travel opportunities in the past five years.
Degree Level
CIMPA-ICTP Europe Fellowships 2026 (Fully Funded) is available to undertake Fellowship level programs at.
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.
Available Subjects
Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.
- Mathematics
- Theoretical Physics
Benefits
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.
Eligible Nationalities
This fellowship is open to international students from developing countries.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the CIMPA-ICTP “Research in Pairs” Fellowship 2026, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- 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:
- Creating an account on the CIMPA-ICTP online portal.
- Filling 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.
Why Apply for the CIMPA-ICTP Fellowship?
- Fully funded opportunity for PhD holders in mathematics.
- Collaborate with top researchers at leading European universities.
- Develop an international academic network.
- Enhance research exposure with a recorded mini-course.
- Travel and explore Europe while advancing your career.
Final Thoughts
The CIMPA-ICTP “Research in Pairs” Fellowship 2026 is a unique opportunity for mathematicians from developing countries to gain international experience, conduct cutting-edge research, and share their expertise with the global academic community. Don’t miss out on this fully funded research collaboration—apply before April 25, 2025!
Link:
https://www.ictp.it/opportunity/call-cimpa-ictp-fellowships-2026-research-pairs
