As part of the Newton Fund, the Royal Society has launched this scheme to provide established international researchers with an opportunity to develop the research strengths and capabilities of their research group through training, collaboration and reciprocal visits with a partner in the UK. The skills and knowledge gained should lead to changes in the wellbeing of communities and increased economic benefits.
This scheme is closed and will not open to further applications.
This award is currently available to international early career group leaders to develop their research by linking them with some of the best research groups in the UK. The aim is to:
Research must be within the Royal Society’s remit of natural sciences, which includes but is not limited to biological research, chemistry, engineering, mathematics and physics. For a full list, please see the breakdown of subject groups and areas supported by the Royal Society.
The Newton Advanced Fellowship is in partnership with the Academy of Medical Sciences. Applicants for clinical or patient-orientated research should apply to the Academy of Medical Sciences.
You can apply for this scheme if you:
Collaborations should focus on a single project involving an overseas-based researcher (“the Applicant”) and a UK-based researcher (“the Co-applicant”).
Awards are currently available for scientists in the following countries:
The Royal Society and Academy of Medical Sciences have established partnerships with funding organisations in each of these countries (listed above). These partners are offering similar opportunities for UK researchers wishing to visit partner countries.
Before applying, please ensure that you meet all the eligibility requirements, which are explained in the scheme notes.
This scheme provides up to £37,000 per year for either two or three years, depending on the country involved, covering:
Applications should be submitted through the Royal Society’s grants management system Flexi-Grant®.
Your application will go through the process detailed on the Making a grant application page overseen by the Newton Advanced Fellowships Biological Sciences and Physical Sciences Panels.
You will be notified of the result of the application process approximately six months after the round closes.
Please note that confirmation of support from the UK and overseas heads of department will need to be completed before the advertised deadline in order to successfully complete and submit the application. The Research Office at the UK host organisation will not be able to approve your application for submission to the Royal Society until the departmental supports and application form have been completed. Applicants should bear this in mind when coordinating the completion of the application prior to submission.
The Royal Society recognises that diversity is essential for delivering excellence in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The Society wants to encourage applications from the widest range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to maximise innovation and creativity in science for the benefit of humanity. We regularly review and revise processes to help ensure that all talented applicants have an equitable chance to succeed as per the assessment criteria. This includes ensuring all panel members are briefed on unconscious bias in decision making as part of our assessment process.
The Royal Society welcomes applications from scientists with disabilities and provides adjustments to ensure that they can participate fully in the selection process. If you need an adjustment when accessing the application form, attending interviews, or for any other part of the application process, please contact the Grants team on newtonadvancedfellowships@royalsociety.org or +44 20 7451 2666. Adjustments can include, but are not limited to:
Read further guidance about the Newton Fund and other overseas opportunities.
For more information regarding the scheme, please contact the Grants team on newtonadvancedfellowships@royalsociety.org or call us on +44 20 7451 2666.