Are you a passionate doctoral student eager to explore the very frontiers of physics, cosmology, and quantum foundations? The Enrico Fermi Fellowships (EFF) are back with a new opportunity for talented early-career researchers across the globe. Applications for the 2nd Cohort of the EFF Program, hosted by the Center for SpaceTime and the Quantum (CSTQ), are officially open!
This prestigious international fellowship—named after the legendary physicist Enrico Fermi—is designed to support PhD students whose research spans both theoretical and experimental science, particularly in areas dealing with deep conceptual questions. Funded by the John Templeton Foundation, the program aims to foster a new generation of versatile scientists working at the cutting edge of fundamental physics, quantum mechanics, astronomy, cosmology, and complexity science.
What Does the Fellowship Offer?
Each Enrico Fermi Fellow will receive:
- Up to EUR 105,000 per year in funding
- Flexible start date between April 2026 and January 2027
- Fellowship duration of 1 to 2 years (with the rare possibility of extension to 3 years)
- Travel allowance for scientific visits, conferences, and collaboration
- Research support for the fellow’s supervisor
- Access to professional mentoring, cohort-building events, and networking activities
Whether you’re investigating the quantum nature of the universe, probing the structure of spacetime, or working on novel ideas about emergence and complexity, this fellowship will give you the freedom and resources to dig deeper.
Who Should Apply?
This call is open to exceptional doctoral students from anywhere in the world, preferably those already admitted to or enrolled in a PhD program in relevant scientific disciplines. Ideal candidates are those who:
- Are motivated by foundational scientific questions
- Are excited about working across theory and experiment
- Want to collaborate with leading minds and institutions worldwide
In 2024, the inaugural cohort welcomed 11 outstanding fellows, setting a high bar and creating a thriving international research community. Now, it’s your turn to join the journey.
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The last date to apply for the Enrico Fermi Fellowship 2025 (2nd Cohort) is October 19, 2025, at 23:59 CET (Marseille time).