Applications are now open for early-career researchers to join and contribute to a fully funded international symposium on the theme Resilient Planet, as part of the International Science Partnerships Fund.

Taking place in Delhi, on 4 to 6 March 2024, the three-day symposium will bring together early-career researchers and senior researchers from the UK, India and Japan, to address key questions around the theme of Resilient Planet and encourage collaboration and networking.

There will be opportunities prior to the event for early-career researchers to discuss their research, exchange ideas, discuss session themes and make connections for possible future activities.

About the event

Across three days, the event includes:

• an academic symposium for researchers to showcase their work, discuss emerging trends and engage in productive dialogue, all within a supportive environment that aims to empower early-career researchers and encourage their contributions to the field.
• a day of site visits to explore universities and research centres, where participants will gain insights into ongoing research projects, witness state-of-the-art facilities, and potentially discover areas for collaboration.
• a facilitated discussion to scope the needs, priorities and recommendations for possible future funded activities.

Thematic focus

The symposium will focus on interdisciplinary research to address major environmental challenges and to lead the green industrial revolution to protect the planet.

Priority research themes include (non-exhaustive list):

• clean energy
• extreme weather and climate
• agri-tech
• environmental resilience.

Participant expectations

Early-career researchers attending the symposium will:

• present their research findings through oral or poster presentations.
• participate actively in conference sessions and workshops.
• participate in panel discussions related to their research area.
• engage in discussions, feedback and networking with other attendees.

Who can apply

Applications are open to early-career researchers based at eligible higher education institutions or research organisations in the UK, regardless of their own nationality.

See the definition of ‘early-career researcher’ in the Applicant Guidance document below.

Key details

Dates: 4 to 6 March 2023 

Atendees: 45 early-career and 15 senior researchers

Funding: international travel and accommodation costs for participants will be covered