This eighth Make Our Planet Great Again (MOPGA) call for applications is intended to welcome at least 60 early career researchers wishing to carry out their research in France. The program is funded by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, in collaboration with the French Ministry for Higher Education and Research, and implemented by Campus France. 

The MOPGA 2025 Visiting Fellowship Program for Early Career Researchers will support researchers working on topics listed in the “Research Themes” section.

ELIGIBILITY:

Description of the Research Project (in English or French):

Research Project Title

Keywords (6)

Abstract of the Research Project (2,000 char. max.)

Context and Motivation (2,000 char. max.)

Scientific Objectives (2,000 char. max.)

Methodology and Timeline (4,500 char. max.)

Project position in relation to the MOPGA scientific domain (2,000 char. max.)

Collaborations and/or impacts for the candidate’s country of origin or residence in relation to the research project proposal (2,000 characters max.)

Foreign researchers holding a doctoral degree for less than 5 years

No nationality restrictions (except France)

60 fellowships will be awarded for a 12-month period from September 2025

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 2019 and December 2024)

Foreign researchers who have not resided in France between Sept. 5th, 2024 and Dec. 5th, 2024 (more than 90 days) 

BENEFIT:

This fellowship includes the following benefits :

Monthly allowance of 2,500 euros

Moving allowance of 500 euros

Health Insurance plan covering civil liability and repatriation assistance until the MOPGA Fellow’s registration to the French Social Security Scheme

Complementary Health Insurance plan covering civil liability and repatriation assistance once the Social Security registration process is effective.