TWAS-SISSA-Lincei Research Cooperation Visits Programme

Young scientists from least developed countries with an MSc or higher visit research laboratories in Italy's Friuli Venezia Giulia region for three months to carry out collaborative research projects or training internships in fields aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Restricted to young scientists from least developed countries - Malawi qualifies directly on LDC status. An MSc or higher is the minimum qualification, which puts the scheme within reach of junior UNIMA staff who do not yet hold a PhD.

Science & technology, Environment

A three-month collaborative research visit or training internship at a host laboratory in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region.

Apply through the TWAS online portal while the call is open, with a research plan agreed with the host laboratory in Italy. Contact email: exchanges@twas.org

Timeline: Applications close 31 October 2026