Opportunities for scientists: February 2026

Find out more about opportunities available including: Seeds of Science, Asia and Falling Walls Global Call for Science Breakthroughs.
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Seeds of Science, Asia opens second round 

Following a successful inaugural round, the International Science Council Regional Focal Point for Asia and the Pacific (ISC RFP-AP) is pleased to launch the second round of the Seeds of Science, Asia program.  

Seeds of Science is an opportunity for scientists, researchers, academics and practitioners in Asia to share their knowledge and insights with members of the scientific community and policymakers in their respective countries. Equally, it is an opportunity for policymakers, civil servants, and government officials to explore how science advice can best support their work, and to provide relevant advice to scientists about the complexities of policymaking, and how science can be efficiently integrated therein. 

This year the program is expanding to include partnerships with Australia. Seeds of Science, Asia will be offering grants of up to A$15,000 each to successful applicants with well-outlined proposals to organise workshops, trainings, focused advocacies and wider activities promoting science advice at an institutional or national level in their respective countries. Successful applicants will be mentored by experts at the science-policy nexus who will provide valuable guidance and support for the successful implementation of their workshops.  

Visit the ISC RFP-AP website for more information and to apply

Applications close 27 April 2026.

 

Nominate or apply for the Falling Walls Global Call for Science Breakthroughs 

The Falling Walls Global Call for Science Breakthroughs 2026 is now open, and you can submit your nominations and applications for the Falling Walls Science Breakthroughs of the Year by 15 April 2026.  

The Falling Walls Science Summit is the international, interdisciplinary and intersectoral forum for global science leaders, celebrating science breakthroughs that shape the future.  

You can nominate outstanding research or apply with your own project in the following categories: 

  • life sciences
  • physical sciences
  • engineering and technology
  • social sciences and humanities
  • art and science
  • Women’s Impact Award (female science talents)
  • science start-ups (Falling Walls Venture)
  • science engagement (Falling Walls Engage)  

Nominators of projects selected as finalists will receive a free ticket to the Falling Walls Science Summit in Berlin.  

Nominate or apply now