Newton International Fellowships

Research fellowship

Organisation: Royal Society
Where: United Kingdom
Pay: Up to £280,000 over two years, covering salary, research costs, relocation and visa costs.
Length: 2 years.
Current round: See the official page for datesThe 2026 round ran from 15 January to 11 March 2026 and has closed.

Who can apply, according to the official page

Any nationality except UK citizens, based outside the UK.
A PhD, or a thesis defended before the closing date, with no more than five years of full-time postdoctoral experience.
The application is made with a UK sponsor.
Natural sciences only. Humanities and social sciences go to the British Academy.

Summarised from the official page on 20 October 2026.

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