Candidates will be selected based on the scientific excellence of the research project and the quality of the candidate's CV and career impact.
Arturo Falaschi SMART Fellowships 2026
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Eligibility
Life Sciences researchers from ICGEB Member States
Region
Italy
Award
Stipend of ranging $1,500-2,000
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
The Arturo Falaschi SMART Fellowships 2026 are offered by the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology. The fellowship is a prestigious mobility award designed to support early-career researchers pursuing collaborative research projects in Life Sciences. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of $1,500 (PhD fellows) or $2,000 (Postdoctoral fellows), international return travel, health insurance, and a $500 monthly bench fee for 3-9 months.
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be a national of an ICGEB Member State
- plan to conduct research at an institution in a different ICGEB Member State
- be either registered for a PhD or have obtained a PhD degree within the last 5 years
- be actively working in a research institution
- propose a collaborative research project between home and receiving laboratories (3-9 months duration)
Note:
- Young scientists holding an MSc or equivalent can also apply. Preference is given to scientists at the beginning of their research career.
- There is no age limit.
Benefits
The selected fellows will receive:-
- Monthly stipend of $1,500 (PhD)(approx. ₹1,35,189.30) or $2,000 (approx. ₹1,80,252.40) (Postdoctoral)
- International economy return travel
- Health insurance coverage
- $500(approx. ₹45,063.10) monthly bench fee for laboratory consumables
Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Full curriculum vitae of the Head of Receiving Laboratory (with publication list)
- Valid identification document (passport or identity card)
How can you apply?
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
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Important Dates
Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
Selection Criteria
Terms and Conditions
- Only one application per candidate per call is accepted.
- ICGEB makes no financial provision for family members.
- Bench fees must be used for laboratory consumables directly related to research activities.
- Final scientific report required upon completion.
Contact Details
International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB)
TRIESTE, Italy
AREA Science Park
Padriciano 99
34149 Trieste, ITALY
Email ID: icgeb@icgeb.org | Contact Number: +39-040-37571
Source: https://www.icgeb.org/fellowships/smart-fellowships-2/
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering the Arturo Falaschi SMART Fellowships 2026?
Answer: The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) is offering this opportunity.
Question: How much is the fellowship worth?
Answer: The fellowship provides a monthly stipend of $1,500 for PhD fellows or $2,000 for Postdoctoral fellows, plus international travel, health insurance, and $500 monthly bench fee for 3-9 months.
Question: Who is eligible for the Arturo Falaschi SMART Fellowships 2026?
Answer: Nationals of ICGEB Member States who are either registered for a PhD or have obtained their PhD within the last 5 years and are actively working in a research institution. MSc holders may also be eligible to apply for the fellowship.
Question: What is the last date to apply for the ICGEB SMART Fellowship 2026?
Answer: The application deadline is 31 March 2026.
Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is online through the ICGEB Service Gateway portal.
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