The University of Sydney has officially opened applications for the Hydrophobin Research Scholarship 2026, a competitive and fast-track research opportunity designed for high-performing Honours students in the sciences. If you dream of entering advanced biological research, working in cutting-edge wet labs, and contributing to protein science innovation, this announcement is your moment.
With a one-off scholarship of up to $5,000, this program is tailor-made for ambitious students who want to spend summer 2025–2026 conducting experimental research on hydrophobins, the fascinating class of fungi-derived proteins gaining global attention for their applications in biotechnology, medicine, agriculture, and material sciences.
Why This Scholarship Matters for International Students?
Hydrophobins are becoming one of the most exciting frontiers of modern biochemistry. This scholarship not only provides critical financial relief but also places selected scholars inside one of the world’s leading research ecosystems — the University of Sydney, under the supervision of expert scientist Associate Professor Ann Kwan.
Whether your long-term goal is graduate research, biotech industry roles, or PhD pathways, this scholarship boosts your profile, lab experience, and academic competitiveness.
Hydrophobin Scholarship Benefits
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Up to $5,000 one-off financial support
Paid upon submitting your acceptance form. -
Hands-on experimental research experience
Focused on hydrophobins and hydrophobin proteins — an emerging global research area. -
Summer research placement (2025–2026)
Work under a leading supervisor at a top global university. -
Career-boosting laboratory exposure
Ideal for students aiming for postgraduate research scholarships in 2026–2027.
Who Is Eligible?
To apply for the Hydrophobin Research Scholarship 2026, you must:
- Be currently enrolled full-time in a Bachelor of Science Honours degree at the University of Sydney.
- Be a high-performing student with a strong academic track record.
- Have experience in wet laboratory work or a combination of wet and dry lab experience.
- Be conducting or planning to conduct experimental research on hydrophobins during summer under Associate Professor Ann Kwan.
This scholarship does not require a separate nationality restriction — international, local, and permanent resident students enrolled at the University of Sydney are all eligible.
Application Timeline (2026 Cycle)
The application window for the Hydrophobin Research Scholarship 2026 is extremely short, opening on 25 November 2025 and closing on 4 December 2025.