The aim of the initiative is to support women in science and encourage them to continue their research by offering financial assistance, promoting the achievements of female scientists in the media and inspiring the next generations of girls to pursue careers in science.
In this year's edition, the jury will award 8 scholarships:
- 4 for Postdocs in the amount of PLN 40 000,
- 3 for Docs in the amount of PLN 35 00,
- 1 for Student-MSc. in the amount of PLN 25 000.
Funds awarded as part of the programme can be used for any purpose, e.g. co-financing research, participation in conferences, recreation or assistance in organising family life.
Detailed information can be found on the website of the Programme.
Applications can be submitted until 8 March 2025 via the application form.
Source: dr hab. Aneta Balcerczyk, Vice-Dean for Internationalisation at the Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz
Edit: Kamila Knol-Michałowska, Promotion Centre of the Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz