Call for Grant Applications – WISE-SCOPE Fellowship
Application Deadline:
Open Deadline
About Organisation
The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is a key governmental body in India dedicated to advancing scientific research and technological development. The DST supports a wide range of scientific and technological initiatives aimed at addressing national challenges and fostering innovation.
By funding projects that tackle societal issues and promote sustainable development, DST plays a crucial role in integrating science and technology into practical solutions for societal benefit.
About the Grant
The WISE-SCOPE Fellowship, offered by DST, is designed to empower women scientists and technologists who hold a Ph.D. and wish to apply their expertise to societal challenges. This fellowship supports projects that address grassroots-level issues through scientific and technological interventions.
The program focuses on developing viable solutions in thematic areas such as energy, water, waste management, agriculture, health, and climate change, with an emphasis on practical applications and scalability.
Who can Apply?
- Eligible applicants are women scientists who have completed a Ph.D. or hold equivalent degrees (MD/MS/MDS) in Basic or Applied Sciences.
- Applicants must be between 27 and 60 years of age on the date of submission.
- The proposed project should address significant societal challenges through S&T interventions and include potential for lab-to-land transfer, adaptation, and scaling up.
How to Apply?
Submit your project proposal through the DST online portal. The selection process involves preliminary eligibility screening, evaluation of project credentials, scientific methodology, and potential societal impact. Final decisions are made by Subject Expert Committees and DST after administrative and financial approvals.
Application Deadline
According to the information available on the internet about the WISE-SCOPE Fellowship, the deadline for applying to receive this grant is Open Deadline.
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Last Date To Apply
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