Application Process

• Eligibility

  You should apply if:

  • You are an advanced graduate student, ideally 1-2 years from PhD degree.

  • Your field of study complements research at IIASA (see Research Programs and Projects at the IIASA).

  • You are interested in interdisciplinary research.

  • You would like to apply your research to global challenges facing society.

  • Your research and career would benefit from working alongside 50 young scientists, as well as senior researchers, from around the world.

  Applications opened in October and close on 13 January 2025.

  The National Academies has a limited number of fellowships, funded by the National Science Foundation, to support travel and living expenses for successful YSSP applicants who are U.S. citizens or are eligible noncitizens enrolled in U.S. graduate programs. IIASA does not charge tuition or fees for participation.

• How to apply

  • Applications are submitted directly to IIASA.
  • You will be asked to specify which IIASA Research Program and Groups best match your interests and explain the relevance of your work to the Program’s activities.
  • You will submit a proposal for a research project that you will work on while at IIASA. The proposal includes following the elements: abstract, main research questions, methods, data requirements, innovative aspects, and expected results. View PDF of the application.
  • IIASA encourages you to get in touch with the relevant program representatives to explore mutual interest in your intended research.
  • Details of the Program and the application process can be found on the IIASA YSSP Homepage.

  Online Applications due to IIASA by 13 January 2025.