Maria Leptin | EMBO Science Journalism Fellowships
Maria Leptin | EMBO Science Journalism Fellowships fund research placements for journalists and newsroom training for life scientists to deepen scientific knowledge or build journalism careers.
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Funder: European Molecular Biology Organization
Due Dates: October 30, 2026 (Annual application deadline, 23:59 CEST)
Funding Amounts: Country-based daily stipend; 3–6 months for journalists or 3–12 months for researchers
Summary: Funded research-institution placements for journalists and newsroom training for life scientists transitioning full time into journalism.
Key Information: Applicants must reside in an EMBC Member State and undertake in-person placements in EMBC Member States.
Description
EMBO runs this fellowship scheme to support science journalism through scientific education for journalists and practical journalism training for researchers. Journalists receive funded sabbaticals at one or more research institutions to deepen and broaden their knowledge of the life sciences and associated disciplines, including research processes and relevant technologies.
Life scientists seeking a full-time career change receive funded placements in one or more media newsrooms. These placements enable them to learn journalism, develop practical skills and build a portfolio of published or broadcast work. The journalist strand focuses on learning and long-term professional development rather than immediate publication opportunities. The scheme was made possible by a private donation from Professor Maria Leptin.
