Maria Leptin | EMBO Science Journalism Fellowships
The Maria Leptin | EMBO Science Journalism Fellowships support placements for journalists and scientists to advance science communication in the life sciences, funded by the European Molecular Biology Organization.
Funder: European Molecular Biology Organization
Due Dates: September 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: Funded placements; award covers subsistence and travel costs (see program page for current rates).
Summary: Supports journalists and scientists with funded placements to enhance science communication and journalism in the life sciences.
Description
The Maria Leptin | EMBO Science Journalism Fellowships are designed to advance science journalism by supporting both experienced science journalists and scientists interested in transitioning to journalism. The program provides funded placements: journalists spend time at research institutions to deepen their scientific expertise, while researchers receive placements in media newsrooms to gain hands-on journalism experience and build a professional portfolio. This initiative fosters mutual understanding and knowledge exchange between the scientific and journalistic communities, ultimately enriching public communication about the life and biomedical sciences.
