Fulbright Lectureship in Big Data, Environment, Cultural Heritage, Health and Well-being, Space, Sustainability & Circular Economy at the University of Bologna
Supports a U.S. scholar to teach and conduct interdisciplinary research at the University of Bologna, Italy, focusing on topics like big data, environment, health, and sustainability for three months.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (application) | September 25, 2026 (invitation letter, if required)
Funding Amounts: €4,500/month (total €13,500 for 3 months) plus €1,100 travel allowance; one award
Summary: Supports a U.S. scholar to teach and conduct research in interdisciplinary fields at the University of Bologna, Italy for three months.
Key Information: No invitation letter required; English proficiency sufficient; for U.S. citizens only.
Description
This award enables a U.S. scholar to spend three months at the University of Bologna, Italy, engaging in both teaching and research on topics such as big data, environment, cultural heritage, health and well-being, space, sustainability, and the circular economy. The scholar will teach two graduate-level courses (one 20-hour module and one 10-hour seminar), design syllabi in collaboration with the host department, and conduct independent and collaborative research. The role also includes advising PhD students and participating in academic and cultural initiatives across the university's 31 departments. The University of Bologna offers extensive resources, including a vast library network, museum access, and interdisciplinary centers.
