IFS is a research council with international operations and the mission to build the scientific capacity of developing countries in sciences related to the sustainable management of biological and water resources.

At IFS, we believe that the interests of both science and development are best served by promoting and nurturing the research efforts of promising young science graduates, who have the potential to become leading scientists in their countries.

General call for applications
Applications for IFS Research Grants are welcome from young scientists in developing countries to do research on the sustainable management, use or conservation of biological or water resources. This broad statement covers natural science and social science research on agriculture, soils, animal production, food science, forestry, agroforestry, aquatic resources, natural products, water resources, etc.Applications are accepted all year and are to be made on an IFS Application Form.

Who is eligible to apply?
An eligible candidate for an IFS Research grant is

• a citizen of a developing country
• a scientist with at least a Master’s or equivalent degree/research experience
• under 40 years of age and at the beginning of research career
• attached to a university, national research institution or a research-oriented NGO in a developing country

What kind of projects qualify?
To qualify for IFS funding, research projects must be

• related to the sustainable utilisation, conservation or management of the biological or water resource base
• conducted in a developing country
• of a high scientific standard
• feasible
• relevant for the country/region

When to apply
Project proposals are welcome at the IFS Secretariat throughout the year.For administrative purposes, we have two application deadlines, 30 June and 31 December. However, we urge you not to wait until the deadline - please submit your application at least one month before. Applying earlier in the six-month cycle allows us to contact you for more information if needed.

For more information and application form, visit the source of this announcement.