The Implementation Support Unit (ISU) of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC), in partnership with the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) and supported by Norway, is pleased to announce the Fellowship for Scientists in the Peaceful Use of Biology and Biosecurity.

This fellowship is open to early-career scientists from OECD/DAC list of ODA recipient countries and offers hands-on training at ICGEB laboratories in Italy, India, South Africa, and the ICGEB Regional Research Centre in China. Fellows will gain experience in life sciences research and in the detection and response to biological threats.

Supported by the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad), the fellowship provides a stipend, IT and laboratory support, and travel and accommodation for selected fellows. Up to 20 candidates will be selected.

Application details:

• Deadline: 31 March 2026
• More information and application: ICGEB Fellowship
• Nomination: States Parties should submit endorsed nominees via note verbale to the BWC ISU
• Fellowship start: September 2026 (exact start date depends on host laboratory and logistics)
• Application Guidelines and Application Form: here

This fellowship contributes to the implementation of Article X of the BWC, promoting the peaceful use of biological sciences and strengthening global capacity in biosecurity.