Newton International Fellowships

The Newton International Fellowship (NIF) programme provides support for outstanding early career researchers to make a first step towards developing an independent research career through gaining experience across international borders. The fellowships enable researchers to access expertise, gain new perspectives and build long-lasting collaborative relationships. This scheme is jointly run by the British Academy and the Royal Society. The overarching aim of the Newton International Fellowship programme is to attract and retain emerging talent in the UK and build a globally connected, mobile research and innovation workforce. The objectives are to attract talented international early career researchers to establish and conduct their research in the UK, support early career researchers to pursue high-quality and innovative lines of research, provide opportunities to acquire new skills and knowledge through training and career development, and foster long-term relationships through networking opportunities and the Newton International Fellowships alumni programme. The fellowship is for non-UK scientists who are at an early stage of their research career and wish to conduct research in the UK.