For early-career researchers seeking research opportunities in Europe, we have exciting news: applications are open for the 10th edition of the MOGPA Visiting Fellowship Program 2027, a fully funded visiting fellowship in Paris, France, for early-career researchers from around the world. The program is supported by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Space. It supports ambitious international researchers interested in conducting research on climate change and environmental challenges in France.
The fellowship offers a 12-month research stay starting in September 2027. Selected fellows will receive comprehensive support, including a €2,500 monthly allowance, a settling-in allowance, and comprehensive health coverage. The fellowship does not require an application fee, and the application process is online. Applications close on December 15, 2026. Read more details below.
MOGPA Visiting Fellowship Program 2027 Overview
- Host Country: France
- Eligible countries: Open to all
- Duration: 12 Months
- Aimed at: early-career researchers
- Coverage: Fully funded
- Application Deadline: December 15th, 2026
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About MOGPA 2027
MOGPA, also known as Make out Planet Great again, is a fully funded research program that promotes research collaboration to address pressing climate and environmental challenges. The fellowship offers early-career researchers an excellent opportunity to carry out research projects in laboratories and institutions in France in areas aligned with the program’s scientific priorities.
For the 2027 cohort, the program will select 60 researchers from around the world.
Research Areas
The fellowship offers research projects in the following five areas:
- Sustainability Science & Climate Change
- Energy Transition
- Earth System Sciences
- Societal challenges related to environmental issues
- Public, Animal, and Environmental Health under one health approach
Applicants must propose the research project in one of the above-mentioned areas. For more details about the research areas, you can visit the research themes page.
Who can Apply?
To be eligible for the MOGPA fellowship, you must meet the following criteria:
- Fellowship welcomes applications from all foreign nationals
- French nationals are not eligible to apply
- Completed a doctoral degree within the past five years
- Have defended a PhD thesis between December 2021 and December 2026
- Interested in undertaking research in France
- Applicants must not be residing in France at the time of application
- Have not previously received the fellowship
Fellowship Coverage
Fellows will receive the following support for 12 months:
- A monthly allowance of €2,500
- A settling-in allowance of €500
- Comprehensive health coverage
- Liability insurance
Required Documents
- Up-to-date CV including a list of publications (max 4 pages)
- Doctoral degree certificate
- CV of the supervisor at the host laboratory (max 2 pages)
- Letter of support from the supervisor
- 1-3 recommendation letters
- Passport copy
Research Project Description:
Candidates will be asked to provide:
- Project title
- Six keywords
- Project summary
- Background and motivation
- Research objectives
- Research methods and timeline
- Relevance of the project to the fellowship
- Expected impact and international collaboration
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Important Dates
- Application Closes: December 15, 2026
- Result Announcement: May-June 2026
- Programme Begins: September – December 2027
How to Apply for MOGPA 2027 Visiting Fellowship?
Applicants interested in the fellowship must submit their research project online through the official Campus France portal. Visit the official link below to apply and for more details.
APPLY FOR MOGPA 2027 Visiting Fellowship
