Chemistry and catalysis impact our daily lives, but not everyone has the same opportunities to get involved in the catalysis and sustainable chemistry research community. With the Young Talents Fellowship, the NCCR Catalysis aims to identify and promote students with an exceptional academic record, especially those facing barriers in the current structures. The fellowship provides successful applicants with the opportunity to conduct their master thesis project in one or several research groups associated with NCCR Catalysis, and to establish their connections and ideas in a multidisciplinary, cross-fertilizing environment of research excellence.
You are eligible and encouraged to apply if you:
a) are currently enrolled in a Master’s program relevant to catalysis and sustainable chemistry research. You have to be ready to start your Master's thesis between 1 August 2025 and 31 July 2026. Candidates pursuing their first Master’s degree will be prioritized.
b) Show exceptional motivation and potential to conduct your Master’s thesis in one or more of the labs of NCCR Catalysis Principal Investigators (PIs) based in Switzerland.
c) Meet the enrollment requirements of the host institution(s) where you plan to conduct your thesis.
We are excited to bring students from a wide variety of personal, educational, and professional backgrounds together, according to the Young Talents Fellowship Wheel of Privilege, and to leverage the great potential that lies in their diversity.
Deadline for application is 30 April 2025.
More information: nccr-catalysis.ch
Source: Marie-Francine Lagadec, NCCR Catalysis
published by Céline Wittwer, SCS
19.02.2025