France Opens Applications for 2026 MOPGA Visiting Fellowship — A Global Call for Climate Innovators
France has officially opened applications for the 2026 Make Our Planet Great Again (MOPGA) Visiting Fellowship, inviting early-career researchers worldwide to conduct cutting-edge research on climate change, sustainability, and environmental science.
Now in its ninth edition, the MOPGA programme reaffirms France’s commitment to global climate action and sustainable research collaboration, fostering innovation in science and policy that shapes the future of the planet.
About the MOPGA Visiting Fellowship
The MOPGA Visiting Fellowship offers selected researchers a one-year opportunity to carry out high-level research in France, hosted by leading French institutions.
The fellowship supports projects designed to find scientific and practical solutions to some of today’s most pressing challenges, including:
- Energy transition and renewable solutions
- Climate resilience and ecosystem restoration
- Biodiversity and environmental sustainability
- Societal responses to environmental change
- Public health and One Health (human, animal, and environmental health)
This initiative continues to strengthen France’s leadership in climate diplomacy and encourages international cooperation for a healthier, more sustainable planet.
Who Can Apply
To qualify for the 2026 MOPGA Visiting Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be non-French researchers who have completed a PhD between December 2020 and December 2025.
- Not have lived in France for more than 90 days between September and December 2025.
The fellowship specifically targets emerging scientists eager to collaborate with French research institutions and contribute to global sustainability breakthroughs through applied science.
Application Timeline and Process
- Applications Open: 12 September 2025
- Deadline: 12 December 2025
Interested applicants can submit their proposals via the official Campus France application portal.
For further enquiries, candidates can
EMAIL: [email protected].
Why It Matters
The MOPGA Fellowship is more than a research grant — it’s a platform for global change-makers. By fostering collaboration between France and international scientists, the programme accelerates innovation in the fight against climate change and environmental degradation.
Eligible researchers are encouraged to apply early and take advantage of this prestigious international opportunity to help make our planet great again — one scientific discovery at a time.
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