UNESCO-TWAS Executive Director Murenzi to retire
Atish Dabholkar appointed as interim Executive Director
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Research grants for developing countries: all you need to know
A guide to a vital source of funding for developing world scientists, including research grants provided by TWAS and Sida, the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency
Science diplomacy returns to Trieste
Over two dozen scientists and policy specialists gather at TWAS headquarters in Italy for the AAAS-TWAS Course of Science Diplomacy
TWAS president launches celebrations for the Academy’s 40th Anniversary
During her visit to Trieste, TWAS President Quarraisha Abdool Karim marked the Academy’s 40th anniversary with discussion on public health issues
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Research grants for developing countries: all you need to know
TWAS president launches celebrations for the Academy’s 40th Anniversary
Opportunities
PhD and postdoctoral research fellowships are crucial for building scientific strength in developing countries
Funding helps researchers in the developing world to purchase lab equipment and supplies
Share your projects and your expertise in developing nations as a visiting researcher or professor
TWAS honours are among the most prestigious given for research in the developing world
Grants support high-level international and regional scientific meetings in developing countries
Deadlines
Science Diplomacy and Other Training
ICGEB-BWC-TWAS-IAP Course on Virus Detection and Biosecurity, and Science Diplomacy
Fellowship
TWAS-TÜBİTAK Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme
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TWAS Network
TWAS is the hub for a global network of scientists and organizations working to advance science in the developing world
TWAS collaborates with a network of partners committed to advancing science in the developing world
TWAS works in close association with four international science organizations based in Trieste, Italy
Five Regional Partners keep TWAS close to grassroots science in the developing world
TWAS is the hub for a global network of scientists and organizations working to advance science in the developing world
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Check the next deadlines and upcoming opportunities at TWAS and elsewhere.
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An initiative to raise awareness on the gender and SITE dimensions of development
Five regional partners help TWAS connect with scientists in the developing world.
TWAS convened in Kigali, Rwanda, from 14 to 17 November 2016.
Our new digital bulletin with a focus on science and engineering in the developing world
A new film surveys TWAS's work globally, with a special focus on Kenya.
Lectures, workshops and courses to build a bridge between science and diplomacy.
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