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PURE OCEAN PROJECT CHALLENGES: A CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

Application Deadline: October 1st, 23:59 CET.

LOCATION: France

Pure Ocean is an endowment fund created in 2017 in Marseille, France.
Its main mission is to support innovative applied research projects worldwide, contributing to the protection of fragile marine ecosystems and biodiversity.
In addition to funding research projects, Pure Ocean organizes conferences and promotes races and sporting challenges to raise awareness of the Ocean’s critical situation.

ELIGIBILITY:

This year, a special attention will be given to projects:

Developing marine conservation initiatives managed by local communities and indigenous peoples

Exploring nature-based solutions for the preservation of blue carbon ecosystems

Operating in key oceanic areas : the French littoral, Middle East/Asia and Africa coast

The project must address one or more Pure Ocean Challenges.

We seek out and support projects in all regions of the world.

There is no age limit, but candidates in the early stages of their career are particularly encouraged to apply.

Only non-profit organizations (NGOs, universities, and research institutes) can apply and receive funding.The project can however include a collaboration with organizations from the private sector (companies, startups, etc.).

Applicants must clearly outline their co-financing opportunities in their budget, as well as a minimum operating budget in the event that Pure Ocean is unable to grant the full amount requested.

BENEFIT:

Selected projects will receive up to €40,000/year (average €25,000/year), for a duration of one to two years, at the discretion of our
Scientific Committee.
A two-year project can therefore receive a maximum of €80,000 and support for certain projects can be renewed.

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MOPGA 2025 – VISITING FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM FOR EARLY CAREER RESEARCHERS

Application Deadline: 5 December, 2024 23:59 (CET)

LOCATION: France

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.  

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