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TWAS-SISSA-LINCEI RESEARCH COOPERATION VISITS PROGRAMME

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Application Deadline: 15 October 2025

LOCATION: Italy

Young scientists from least developed countries who hold an MSc (or higher degree) can visit research laboratories in the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region of Italy for three months to carry out collaborative research projects and/or training internships in the fields that fall under the umbrella of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

ELIGIBILITY:

Applicants must be a maximum age of 40 years on 31 December of the application year

Applicants must hold an MSc (or higher degree)

Applicants must be nationals of a least developed country. (See list at: https://www.un.org/development/desa/dpad/least-developed-country-category/ldcs-…)

Applicants must hold a research position in a least developed country

Particular attention will be given to research projects that fall under the umbrella of sustainability science

Women scientists are encouraged to apply

Applicants already on-site in the host country are not eligible

Only applications in the scientific fields specified below and listed in the application form will be considered.

Eligible host institutions are the following:

International School for Advanced Studies – SISSA

International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology – ICGEB

National Institute for Nuclear Physics – INFN (only one host supervisor available: Prof. Andrea Vacchi)

National Institute of Oceanography and Applied Geophysics – OGS

University of Trieste – www.units.it/en

University of Udine – www.uniud.it/en

Materials Foundry-National Research Council – IOM-CNR

Area Science Park – en.areasciencepark.it/

Elettra Sincrotrone Trieste – www.elettra.eu/

BENEFIT:

The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation, through UNESCO-TWAS, will cover travel expenses and provide subsistence costs for the stay in Italy. The administration and financial operation of TWAS is undertaken by UNESCO in accordance with an agreement signed by the two organizations.

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FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS GLOBAL AGRIINNO CHALLENGE

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Application Deadline: 7 June, 2025

LOCATION: China

Join a global movement of youth innovators and agri-tech entrepreneurs driving change in food and farming. Submit your agrifood systems innovation online. The winners will have an opportunity to pitch their innovations at the Science and Innovation Forum in Rome in October 2025.

Theme: Harnessing emerging technologies and Digital Public Infrastructure for sustainable agrifood systems: Advancing climate resilience, supply chain efficiency, and nutritional security.

ELIGIBILITY:

Open to youth innovators (aged 18-35) and startup teams

Women-led teams and entrepreneurs from diverse background

Anyone with a tech-driven idea that can revolutionize food and farming

Innovation: Solutions should demonstrate strong alignment with the challenge theme, offer original use of emerging technologies, and be accessible and inclusive to smallholder farmers and marginalized groups.

Market Potential & Economic Value: Projects will be assessed on their potential for market entry, scalability, profitability, and ability to generate economic opportunities such as employment or investment.

Social, Environmental Impact & Sustainability: Ideas must show how they will improve livelihoods, promote sustainability, reduce food loss or pollution, and contribute to climate resilience and social inclusion.

Project Team: Teams will be evaluated on their operational capacity, relevant experience, technical skills, and commitment to diversity and gender equity.

BENEFIT:

Mentorship: 48-hour co-creation boot camp with global mentors and Expert coaching from UN agencies, investors, and private sector leaders

Seed Funding: Up to 30k dollars Seed funding for winning teams and a Chance to showcase your solution on a global stage

Recognition: Chance to showcase your solution on a global stage and All travel, visa, lodging, and meals covered for finalists attending in China.

Networking: Access to the Global AgriInno Challenge alumni network and Build relationships with agencies, venture capitalists, industry leaders, and fellow innovators

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