The Royal Society Hamied Fellowship funds UK researchers to visit India for collaborative scientific projects, seminars, and knowledge exchange with Indian partners.
Funder: Royal Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application deadline for Senior Grant Holders, applications close 15:00, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to £5,000 for return flights; £1,000 weekly travel grant (3–12 weeks); max 5 awards per round.
Summary: Enables Royal Society Fellows and senior grant holders to visit India for scientific collaboration and exchange of expertise.
This fellowship supports Royal Society Fellows and eligible senior grant holders to undertake visits to India, with the goal of fostering scientific collaboration and exchanging expertise between the UK and India. Funded by the Yusuf and Farida Hamied Foundation, the program enables researchers to engage in collaborative projects, seminars, workshops, and knowledge-sharing activities that advance science and benefit both countries. Awardees are expected to report on their outcomes to inform future program delivery.