Fulbright-LUT-EMRC Scholar Award
Forecasted
The Fulbright-LUT-EMRC Scholar Award supports U.S. scholars conducting advanced research in electric mobility at LUT University's EMRC in Finland, fostering interdisciplinary and international collaboration.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027: U.S. Scholar Program Application Deadline (projected) | September 2027: Recommendations Deadline (projected) | September 2027: Invitation Letter Deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Monthly grant of 2,700–5,000 EUR (approx. $3,100–$5,800 USD), plus $1,800 travel allowance, residence permit fees, and free housing; duration 4–12 months, with Flex option.
Summary: Supports U.S. scholars to conduct research in electric mobility at LUT University (Finland), fostering multidisciplinary and international collaboration.
Key Information: U.S. citizenship and a Ph.D. (or terminal degree) required; Flex option allows multiple visits; English is sufficient.
Description
This award supports U.S. scholars at any career stage (early, mid, or senior) to conduct innovative research in the field of electric mobility at LUT University's Kempower Electric Mobility Research Center (EMRC) in Finland. The program encourages multidisciplinary projects spanning power electronics, data-driven business, e-mobility competitiveness, customer behavior, infrastructure, and emerging technologies (such as wireless charging and automated driving). Scholars may also lecture or collaborate with any of LUT University's three schools: Business, Energy Systems, or Engineering Science. The award fosters close cooperation with the EMRC and industry partners, particularly Kempower, and aims to strengthen international academic exchange and advance electric transportation research.
