The grant programme aims to promote the implementation of innovative research projects in green chemistry by young scientists that respect the 12 principles of green chemistry.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Be a young scientist aged 39 (thirty-nine) or less (on the date of the deadline for submission of application)
- Hold a PhD or equivalent in chemistry or an interdisciplinary allied area;
- Have at least 3 (three) publications in recognized scientific journals; and
- Have submitted no more than one project proposal for the call for applications for which he/she is submitting an application
Research proposal Criteria:
- Carry out innovative scientific research projects in green chemistry that advance scientific knowledge and the use of its fruits needed to respond to one or a number of the 12 (twelve) principles of green chemistry.;
- Contain clear evidence that if awarded the PhosAgro/UNESCO/IUPAC grant will be used to carry out key research required for implementation of the proposed project;
- Include a work plan of the project that shows that the research proposed may be completed in one year; and
- Contain evidence that the research proposed in the work plan of the project will be carried out by the candidate, either individually or with the team of scientists he/she may be heading.
Grant Size and Duration :
- The maximum amount is US$30,000 (thirty thousand US dollars) for each research grant.
- The duration of the grant is one year.
Application Dateline: 31 January 2021
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