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GWIS National Fellowship Program - Apply for the 2026-27 funding cycle
GWIS Honorary Membership Award 2026
GWIS National Conference 2026 - save the date!
Call for GWIS Volunteers
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GWIS National Fellowship Program - Apply for the 2026-2027 funding cycle
The GWIS National Fellowship Program committee is pleased to welcome researchers to apply for the 2026-2027 funding cycle. Graduate students, postdocs, and early career faculty women conducting hypothesis-driven research anywhere in the world are welcome to apply. A maximum funding amount of $10,000 can be requested. Proposed projects can last for up to 12 months, with the award period following the academic year (July 1 2026 - June 30 2027).
Applications are due on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 5:00 pm Eastern Time.
Please direct all questions regarding the program s to the program officers at fellowships@gwis.org.
For more details and instructions for applicants, visit the link below.
We're seeking dedicated volunteers to serve in national leadership and committee roles! Most roles involve just a few hours each month. All career stages and backgrounds are welcome.
We look forward to warm mugs of hot cocoa, or spiced apple cider as we continue on our path to science discovery and communication!!
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