Programme for Relocation Support for Displaced Trainees
Programme for Relocation Support for Displaced Trainees funds relocation for displaced molecular life sciences doctoral and postdoctoral trainees to host laboratories so their research training can continue.
Funder: International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Due Dates: Rolling (Relocation support) | March 15, 2027 and September 15, 2027 (Wood-Whelan fellowships; exceptions for displaced applicants)
Funding Amounts: Up to USD 2,500 in the programme statement; application form lists a USD 2,000 maximum
Summary: Supports relocation to a host laboratory for molecular life sciences trainees whose doctoral or postdoctoral training is severely disrupted by conflict, violence, or natural disasters.
Key Information: Applicants must reside in an IUBMB member country and provide proof of local biochemical society membership.
Description
The International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (IUBMB) established this programme to help molecular life sciences trainees whose doctoral or postdoctoral training has been severely disrupted by armed conflict, violence, or natural disasters. It addresses the loss of research infrastructure and resources that prevents trainees from continuing their work or substantially slows their progress.
The programme provides financial assistance to relocate affected trainees to a suitable host laboratory where their research training can continue. Its focus is restoring access to training conditions rather than funding a specified research topic. Applications are considered on a rolling basis, with rapid decisions intended to support affected trainees.
