Brazil · Brazilian research institutions
Overview
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) and Brazil’s CNPq offer fellowships for a full-time PhD of up to four years at research institutions in Brazil, with a CNPq monthly living allowance. Applicants need a master’s in the natural sciences and an acceptance letter from a CAPES-listed Brazilian institution.
The last call closed on 21 February 2025, and TWAS states that no call will open in 2026. Other TWAS partnerships (e.g. ANSO-CAS-TWAS in China) remain active.
Who can apply
Nationals of developing countries other than Brazil, not resident in Brazil or a developed country, with a master's in the natural sciences, an acceptance letter and a research plan. No age limit.
- Eligible nationalities
- Developing countries
- Academic stage
- Master's, PhD
Mandatory conditions
- Acceptance letter from a CAPES-listed Brazilian institution.
- Proficiency in Portuguese, Spanish or English.
- Must return to your home country after the fellowship.
- No call in 2026.
Funding package
CNPq monthly living allowance for up to 4 years (amount set by CNPq).
- Tuition not stated
- Stipend or salary covered
- Travel not stated
- Accommodation not stated
- Health insurance not stated
Application dates
- Deadline
- To be confirmed Deadline to be confirmed
- Duration
- 4 years
Verification
- Status
- Verified against the official source
- Official source
- twas.org
- Last checked
- 18 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 18 Oct 2026
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