WINDOWS ON THE WORLD (WOW)
WOW enables Air Force scientists and engineers to conduct research at foreign labs, fostering international collaboration and skill transfer for up to 179 days.
Funder: Air Force Office of Scientific Research
Due Dates: Ongoing (applications accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: AFOSR pays all travel (TDY) costs for up to 179 days; home organization covers salary/benefits; no direct research funding
Summary: Supports Air Force scientists and engineers to conduct research at non-government foreign laboratories for up to 179 days to foster international collaboration and knowledge transfer.
Key Information: Only open to current Air Force scientists and engineers; not available to external university researchers.
Description
The Windows on the World (WOW) program is designed to provide outstanding Air Force scientists and engineers (AF S&Es) with the opportunity to conduct full-time research at non-government foreign laboratories. The program aims to:
- Enable AF S&Es to collaborate with leading international researchers, access unique experimental facilities, and bring new skills and knowledge back to their home organizations.
- Develop enduring international research collaborations and broaden participants' experience in the global science and technology community.
- Enhance career development and contribute to the Air Force’s science and technology mission.
Visits may last up to 179 days and can be shorter or non-contiguous, as appropriate. Upon completion, participants return to their home organization with the expectation to leverage the acquired experience and networks for Air Force benefit.
