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The fellowship program is open to women scientists from least developed countries in science and technology (LDCs) to develop a doctoral research project in the natural sciences, engineering and information technology at a host institute in the South.

Objective

The scholarship program is managed with funds generously allocated by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) and through partnerships with host institutes in developing countries.

The overall aim of the scholarship program is to foster the emancipation of a new generation of women leaders in science and technology, and to encourage their effective participation in the scientific and technological development of their home countries.

The specific objectives of the scholarship program are as follows:

• Improve access to educational and training opportunities in science and technology for talented young women graduates from STLCs.
• Increase the productivity and scientific creativity of women scientists in STLC countries.
• Empowering a new generation of talented women to become leaders of scientific and technological projects.
• Encourage women scientists to contribute to sustainable development in their home countries.
• Enable women scientists from southern countries to establish regional and international collaborations and networks

For further information on eligibility criteria and the application procedure, please visit the website of the Organization for Women in Science in the Developing World (OWSD).