Applications are currently being accepted for the Fondation L’Oréal–UNESCO National Fellowship for Women in Science Programme in Türkiye 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The L’Oréal–UNESCO National Fellowship for Women in Science Programme recognizes and supports promising women scientists in Türkiye who are conducting high-impact research. The initiative aims to promote gender equality in science, encourage innovation, and strengthen scientific research capacity.
Funding amount: 400,000 TL per fellow
Recipients gain:
National recognition for scientific excellence
Increased visibility within the scientific community
Opportunities to inspire and mentor future women scientists
Support to conduct independent research
Applicants must:
Be a citizen of the Republic of Türkiye
Hold a Ph.D. or equivalent medical doctorate
Be under 40 years old as of 1 January 2026
Propose a project in Life & Environmental Sciences or Physical Sciences
Conduct the research independently
Institutional Requirements
Applicants must also secure:
A host scientific institution in Türkiye
A support letter from the host institution
Apply for Fondation L’Oréal–UNESCO National Fellowship for Women in Science Programme in Türkiye