German Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR, formerly BMBF)
Winners receive a fully funded research stay of up to 3 months in Germany, participation in a week-long Spring School, individual mentoring, and membership in the international Green Talents network; all travel, accommodation, and programme costs are covered.
Citizens of any country may apply, including Uzbekistan, except German passport holders and current residents of Germany. Candidates should be master's students, PhD candidates, or recent doctoral graduates working at the intersection of digitalisation and sustainable development.
Apply via the online form at digitalgreentalents.de with a CV, research focus description, and motivation letter; applications are evaluated by an international panel of experts.
Annual
Applications typically open in May–June (for the 2026 round: 15 May to 15 June), with winners announced at an online ceremony in November.
Royal Society (UK)
Under the Global round: up to £3,000 for a single visit (up to 3 months), up to £6,000 for multiple visits within one year, and up to £12,000 in total over two years. Under the Cost-Share round, the Royal Society provides up to £12,000, matched by an equal contribution from an overseas partner organisation (e.g. Italy's CNR, Japan's JSPS, China's NSFC, or Taiwan's NSTC).
German Academic Exchange Service
Doctoral candidates and early-career postdocs receive a stipend of approximately €1,200–1,400 per month, along with health/accident insurance and a travel grant; the exact rate is updated annually.
European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN)
A daily allowance of approximately CHF 93-94 (tax-free) for accommodation and meals, plus coverage of travel costs to and from Geneva and full health insurance.