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🎯TWAS Visiting Expert Programme
📆Deadline: 23 November 2026
This programme provides institutions and research groups in developing countries, especially the Least Developed Countries and those with limited outside contacts, with opportunities to establish long-term links with world leaders in areas of science other than mathematics and physics, and help develop capacity-building in their country.
The program aims to foster international collaboration, enhance local research capacity, support curriculum development, and provide mentorship to young researchers and graduate students.
• 🎯 Purpose: Host a world-class scientific expert for lectures, workshops, strategic consultations, and research mentoring.
• 🌍 Target Institutions: Universities, research institutes, and scientific centers located in developing nations.
• Field: Natural sciences other than Physics and Mathematics
• 🔗 How to Apply: Discover program guidelines, institutional eligibility, and submission details on the official website:
TWAS Visiting Expert Programme Information & Application

🚀 Crafting Better Science: Academic Writing in the AI Era! 🧬📝

We are pleased to announce Prof. Mohamed Farag (Professor, Faculty of Pharmacy at Cairo University, and TWAS & Alexander von Humboldt Fellow) as a featured speaker at our upcoming hybrid workshop "Shaping the Future of Science and Research in the Arab Region: AI, Emerging Technologies, and Open Science" 27-29 October 2026.

In his session, "Toward Better Science: Academic Writing Skills in the AI Era," Prof. Farag will deliver an engaging, practical look into how artificial intelligence is reshaping scholarly communication.

Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your publishing skills and protect the integrity of your research!

📍 Format: Hybrid (In-Person at Bibliotheca Alexandrina & Online)

📆Registration deadline: 28 September 2026

⚠️ Note: seats are strictly limited!

👉 Register now to secure your spot: [https://www.bibalex.org/cssp/YSTP2026]

🧠 Science Diplomacy Meets Neuroscience: Global South Opportunity in Uruguay! 🇺🇾✨

Are you interested in the powerful intersection of brain research, public policy, technology, and diplomacy?

Applications: 1 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2026
Applications are officially open for the Science Diplomacy, Neuroscience, Technology, and Society (SDNTS) School, co-hosted by IBRO and PEDECIBA in Uruguay! This elite postgraduate initiative trains researchers to bridge the gap between cutting-edge lab science and real-world societal impact.

🌍 Who Can Apply from the Arab Region?
As a Global South initiative, this fully funded training welcomes applications from across the Middle East and North Africa. Eligible Arab nations include:

🇪🇬 Egypt | 🇸🇩 Sudan | 🇲🇦 Morocco | 🇩🇿 Algeria | 🇹🇳 Tunisia | 🇱🇾 Libya | 🇯🇴 Jordan | 🇱🇧 Lebanon | 🇵🇸 Palestine | 🇸🇾 Syria | 🇮🇶 Iraq | 🇾🇪 Yemen | 🇲🇷 Mauritania | 🇸🇴 Somalia | 🇩🇯 Djibouti | 🇰🇲 Comoros

🧬 Key Themes:

How neuroscience and tech inform public policy.

Addressing societal challenges through scientific knowledge.

Building international diplomatic bridges using advanced science.

Don't miss the chance to represent the Arab scientific community on a global stage in Uruguay.

🔗 Check the full details and apply now: https://lnkd.in/eTwMYFs5

Big Opportunity for Young Arab Innovators: The 2026 UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize is OPEN!

🚀 Big Opportunity for Young Arab Innovators: The 2026 UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize is OPEN! ✨

Are you a young scientist pushing the boundaries of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)?

Applications and nominations are now officially open for the 3rd edition of the prestigious UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize!

This global biennial prize recognizes outstanding young researchers, innovators, and educators whose work drives socio-economic progress and international cooperation.

💰 The Award:Five laureates—one representing the Arab States—will each receive USD 50,000, alongside a UNESCO medal and diploma.

🌍 Eligible Arab Nations:🇪🇬 🇸🇩 🇲🇦 🇩🇿 🇹🇳 🇱🇾 🇸🇦 🇦🇪 🇶🇦 🇰🇼 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇯🇴 🇱🇧 🇵🇸 🇮🇶 🇸🇾 🇾🇪 🇲🇷 🇸🇴 🇩🇯 🇰🇲🧬

Eligibility Criteria:
Must be under 40 years of age (as of the deadline).
Must have significant contributions to STEM research, innovation, education, or regional cooperation.

Note: Nominations from young women scientists are strongly encouraged! 👩‍🔬
⚠️ Important: Self-nominations are not considered.

Applications must be officially supported by an eligible nominating body (such as your university, Ministry, or research institution).

📅 Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

🔗 Register and apply online: https://apply.unescoalfozanprize.org/register

ℹ️ Learn about the nomination process: https://www.unesco.org/en/prizes/al-fozan/nomination-process