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The Multi-Country Research Fellowship enables US scholars to carry out transnational research in countries across the network of Overseas Research Centers as well as other countries. The fellowship supports advanced research in the humanities, social sciences, and allied natural sciences for US doctoral candidates who are 'all but dissertation,' and scholars who have earned their PhD or a terminal degree. Applicants are eligible to apply as individuals or as teams. Six awards of $12,600 each will be granted. The award is for a minimum of 90 days and fellows may travel and carry out research between the period of May 2025 and December 2026. The 90-day travel minimum can be split into multiple trips and does not need to be consecutive. Scholars must carry out research in two or more countries outside the United States, at least one of which must host a participating Overseas Research Center (ORC). The highest ranking applicant will receive an additional $1,000 Mary Ellen Lane Travel Award toward travel expenses. Fellows must work on their research full-time while traveling on the fellowship. Funding is provided by the US Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.