Applications are now open for the ICGEB Arturo Falaschi Fellowships September 2026 intake. These prestigious programmes offer excellent opportunities in biotechnology and life sciences for talented scientists from ICGEB Member States.
The fellowships support short-term PhD, postdoctoral, and mobility research stays at world-class ICGEB laboratories in Trieste (Italy), New Delhi (India), and Cape Town (South Africa). Most programmes are fully funded, covering monthly stipends, travel costs, health insurance, and research expenses. There is no application fee.
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Arturo Falaschi Short-term PhD Fellowships โ September 2026:
Application Deadlines
- Fellowship Expression of Interest: 14 August 2026, 23:59 CET
- Fellowship Full Application: 30 September 2026, 23:59 CET
To Apply โ New Procedure A new procedure has been introduced. Carefully read the instructions on the ICGEB website and the related guidelines before submitting.
Stage 1: 1 July โ 14 August 2026 Fellowship Expression of Interest Submit through the ICGEB Service Gateway. Select the ICGEB laboratory and prospective supervisor, then complete the online form with basic information.
Stage 2: 16 โ 30 September 2026 Fellowship Full Application If selected by the prospective supervisor, submit the full application through the ICGEB Service Gateway.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be nationals of an ICGEB Member State.
- May not apply for fellowships in their country of origin, unless working abroad.
- Must hold a BSc (Honours) degree.
- Applicants for ICGEB Trieste and Cape Town should hold an MSc degree.
- Candidates must have a good working knowledge of the English language (proficiency certificate not required when English is the medium of instruction, but the university must provide an official certificate).
Financial Support
- Duration: 1โ12 months
- Monthly stipend: Trieste (Italy) โ Euro 1,500; New Delhi (India) โ USD 1,122; Cape Town (South Africa) โ ZAR 16,500
- Travel: Fellowship includes provision for travel expenses from the participantโs home country to the ICGEB lab at the beginning and a return travel provision upon completion.
- Medical health insurance coverage provided.
- Visa, permit of stay, application and renewal costs reimbursed.
- ICGEB makes no financial provision for family members.
Documents to be Uploaded
- Your full CV
- Valid identification document (passport or identity card)
- English Certificate (TOEFL, Cambridge or similar) โ not required when English is the medium of instruction, but the university must provide an official certificate.
Submission Complete the application online in the ICGEB Service Gateway. Only one application per call is accepted for each candidate.
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Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowships โ September 2026:
Application Deadlines
- Fellowship Expression of Interest: 14 August 2026, 23:59 CET
- Fellowship Full Application: 30 September 2026, 23:59 CET
Starting Date
- Trieste, Italy: 1 February 2027
- New Delhi, India: 1 February 2027
- Cape Town, South Africa: 1 February 2027
To Apply โ New Procedure Follow the two-stage process as described above.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be nationals of an ICGEB Member State.
- May not apply for fellowships in their country of origin, unless they have been working abroad for at least the last 3 years.
- Applicants should hold a recent PhD in Life Sciences or have at least 3 years research experience.
- Preference is given to candidates below the age of 35.
Financial Support
- Duration: 2 years (with possibility of a 1-year extension)
- Monthly stipend: Trieste (Italy) โ Euro 2,300; New Delhi (India) โ USD 1,749; Cape Town (South Africa) โ ZAR 27,500
- Travel and medical health insurance provided.
- All research costs supported by the research groupโs budget.
Documents to be Uploaded
- Full CV
- Academic records (PhD degree certificate)
- Valid identification document
- English Certificate (if required)
Selection Evaluated by the ICGEB Fellowships Selection Committee based on scientific excellence, CV quality, and potential benefit for the home country.
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Arturo Falaschi Short-term Postdoctoral Fellowships โ September 2026:
Application Deadlines
- Fellowship Expression of Interest: 14 August 2026, 23:59 CET
- Fellowship Full Application: 30 September 2026, 23:59 CET
Duration: 1โ6 months
To Apply Follow the same two-stage procedure (Expression of Interest + Full Application).
Eligibility
- Nationals of ICGEB Member States.
- Applicants should hold a recent PhD in Life Sciences.
- Special conditions apply for the ICGEB-ELETTRA Sincrotrone Trieste International Fellowship Programme.
Financial Support
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Arturo Falaschi SMART Fellowships โ September 2026:
Application Deadlines
- Fellowship Expression of Interest: 14 August 2026, 23:59 CET
- Fellowship Full Application: 30 September 2026, 23:59 CET
Purpose Promotes mobility of researchers from ICGEB Member States for skill development, acquisition of new technologies, and increasing cooperation between ICGEB laboratories.
Eligibility
- Open to nationals of ICGEB Member States in the early stage of their career.
- Duration: 3 to 9 months.
- No age limit, but preference for young scientists.
Financial Support
- International economy return travel
- Health insurance
- Stipend of USD 1,500 (or equivalent for PhD) or USD 2,000 (Postdoctoral)
- Bench fee allowance
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Biotechnet Short-term Advanced Fellowships โ September 2026:
Application Deadlines
- Fellowship Expression of Interest: 14 August 2026, 23:59 CET
- Fellowship Full Application: 30 September 2026, 23:59 CET
Eligibility
- Nationals of Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya or Uganda.
- Must hold a recent PhD in Life Sciences or have at least 3 years research experience.
Financial Support
- Duration: 1โ6 months
- Monthly stipend as per location (same rates as other programmes)
- Travel and medical insurance provided.
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Biotechnet Short-term PhD Fellowships โ September 2026:
Application Deadlines Same as above.
Eligibility
- Nationals of Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya or Uganda.
- Must hold a BSc and hold an MSc degree for Cape Town and New Delhi.
Also Check: ETH Postdoctoral Fellowships (ETH Fellows) in Switzerland
ICGEB-AICAD Short-Term Postdoctoral Fellowships โ September 2026:
Application Deadlines
- Fellowship Expression of Interest: 14 August 2026, 23:59 CET
- Fellowship Full Application: 30 September 2026, 23:59 CET
Duration: 6 months
Eligibility
- Nationals of Kenya, United Republic of Tanzania and Uganda.
- Must hold a recent PhD in Life Sciences or have at least 3 years research experience.
- Preference given to candidates below the age of 35.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I apply to more than one ICGEB fellowship call at the same time?
Only one application per call is accepted for each candidate, and you should choose the call that most closely matches your current career stage and nationality rather than submitting several at once.
Do I need a confirmed supervisor before applying?
Yes. The Expression of Interest stage is where you identify your prospective ICGEB supervisor, and their confirmation is what allows you to move forward to the Full Application stage.
Is financial support available for family members who accompany a fellow?
No. ICGEB fellowships provide no financial provision and cannot offer administrative support for family members of any participant in the programme.
What happens if I am not selected?
You will still be notified by email once the selection process concludes. Because of the high volume of applications, individual feedback is not provided to unsuccessful candidates.
Where are the ICGEB laboratories located?
Fellows are placed in one of three locations depending on the call and their preference: Trieste in Italy, New Delhi in India, or Cape Town in South Africa.
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