L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talents Programme 2026 | Fully Funded Fellowship for Women PhD and Postdoctoral Researchers Worldwide
The L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talents Programme is an international fellowship that supports women researchers at the doctoral and postdoctoral levels to pursue scientific careers in their home countries or abroad. The programme operates through national and regional calls in over 110 countries, with grants typically ranging from $5,000 to $40,000 depending on the country programme. The International Rising Talent Grants the programme’s flagship global category, awards up to $40,000 over two years to 15 young women scientists annually. National programme applications open throughout the year; several calls are currently open worldwide. Also, there is no application fee.

