Australia-Scotland Fund
Forecasted
Australia-Scotland Fund supports early- and mid-career researchers with bilateral visits for biological and chemical research on natural ecosystems, advancing joint work and lasting international links.
Funder: Australian Academy of Science
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to A$9,500, GST exclusive, for a four- to six-week research visit
Summary: Supports bilateral Australia–Scotland research visits in biological and chemical sciences exploring natural ecosystems.
Key Information: Administration alternates between countries annually; the latest published round requires an Australian applicant and a Scottish research partner.
Description
The Australia-Scotland Fund is jointly delivered by the Australian Academy of Science and the Royal Society of Edinburgh. It provides annual grants for early- and mid-career researchers to undertake targeted bilateral visits, progress joint research, build international connections, and access expertise and infrastructure. Funding supports travel and living costs rather than project costs or institutional overheads, with the aim of establishing enduring research links between Australia and Scotland.
The fund supports biological research in terrestrial and marine ecosystems, including ecological studies, interspecies interactions, systematic revisions, and ecosystem exploration that improves understanding or discovers new species. Eligible chemistry and biochemistry research explores how naturally occurring chemicals influence biological outcomes within these areas. Priorities include scientific merit, value to Australian science, stronger collaborative relationships, and contributions from diverse perspectives.
