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Project Funding Source:
Fondation L’Oréal
L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK and Ireland Young Talent programme
Women scientists are leading ground-breaking research across the world, but despite their remarkable discoveries women still only represent one third of researchers globally, and their work rarely gains the recognition it deserves.
Introduction / Overview
The L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK and Ireland Young Talent programme L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK and Ireland Young Talent Programme is an annual initiative that awards grants worth £25,000 (equivalent € for candidates in Ireland) to five outstanding early-career women scientists in the fields of Engineering, Life Sciences, Mathematics and Computer Science, Physical Sciences and Sustainable Development.
The grants are designed to provide flexible and practical financial support to enable these women scientists to further their research and careers.
Application Terms and Conditions
Applicants must have already been awarded their research doctorate and have no more than 10 years’ active full-time equivalent postdoctoral experience. Candidates must be conducting their research at a UK or Irish university or research institute.
How to Apply
Once you have read the Application Terms and Conditions you can start your application via the dedicated L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK and Ireland Young Talent Awards 2025 online application portal.
Other Benefits / Frequently Asked Questions
In addition to the grant, fellows receive training and networking opportunities supported by L’Oréal. The programme is run in partnership between L’Oréal UK and Ireland, the UK National Commission for UNESCO and the Irish National Commission for UNESCO, with the support of the Royal Society.
History
Launched in 2007, the UK and Ireland Young Talent awards are offered under the umbrella of the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Programme, which has promoted women in scientific research on a global scale since 1998.
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