Kavli Scholars
Kavli Scholars supports scientists facing unexpected disruptions with bridge funding for fundamental research in astrophysics, nanoscience, neuroscience, and theoretical physics to restore research continuity.
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Funder: The Kavli Foundation
Due Dates: December 15, 2026, 5:00 p.m. PST (Nomination deadline) | June 15, 2027 (Semi-annual nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 per year for six months to two years
Summary: Short-term bridge funding helps scientists resume disrupted fundamental research in astrophysics, nanoscience, neuroscience, or theoretical physics.
Key Information: Nomination is required; only the host organization’s authorized administrative office may submit an application.
Description
The Kavli Foundation’s Kavli Scholars program provides short-term bridge funding to exceptional scientists whose research has been significantly disrupted by unexpected circumstances. These may include sudden loss of funding, institutional transition, natural disaster, or other unforeseen events that limit or eliminate a scientist’s ability to continue working. The program supports fundamental research in astrophysics, nanoscience, neuroscience, and theoretical physics.
The funding is intended to help researchers stabilize their work, maintain research continuity and momentum, and re-establish a sustainable path forward. Scientists at any postgraduate career stage may be eligible. Nominations of early-career scientists, including postdoctoral fellows and pre-tenure faculty, are encouraged because short-term disruptions at these stages can have lasting effects.
