The Make Our Planet Great Again (MOPGA) initiative continues to attract interest from the international scientific community and an ever-growing number of talented individuals wishing to contribute to research on major environmental and climate issues. 

This ninth call for applications, funded by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE), in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Research (MESR) and implemented by Campus France, will welcome international early career researchers wishing to conduct a research project in France, thereby promoting their collaboration with leading French research institutions.

ELIGIBILITY:

Individuals fitting the following criteria are eligible to apply:

Applicants who do NOT hold French citizenship

Foreign researchers holding a doctoral degree for less than 5 years (must have passed their thesis defense between December 2020 and December 2025)

Foreign researchers who have not resided in France between Sept. 12th, 2025 and Dec. 12th, 2025 (more than 90 days) 

Applicants must provide the following documents:

CV with list of publications ( max. 4 pages)

PhD Diploma (or completion certificate)

CV of the scientific advisor at the host laboratory (max. 2 pages)

Letter of support from the scientific advisor, co-signed by the laboratory director or accompanied by a letter of commitment from the latter, certifying the availability of the scientific environment and resources necessary for the successful completion of the research project, as well as alignment with the laboratory’s objectives

Up to 3 letters of recommendation

Passport or proof of ID

Applicants must submit their research project online at the following link: : https://campusfrance.smapply.io/prog/mopga-2026/ 

Be sure to consult the FAQ down below and download the application guide. 

BENEFIT:

The fellowships are awarded for a period of 12 months.

Each fellowship includes (exclusively):

A monthly allowance of €2,500;

A one-time installation grant of €500;

Health coverage: health insurance, civil liability, and repatriation assistance (followed by complementary health coverage once affiliation to the French social security system is completed).