Friday, January 13, 2012

Short-Term Travel Grants Program (STG)

Deadline:  5 p.m. EST on February 1, 2012

This research support program offers US scholars and professionals the opportunity to conduct policy-relevant research in Eastern Europe and Eurasia. Researchers are also able to increase their understanding of current regional issues, develop and sustain international networks, and directly contribute to the formation of US public policy by conducting research on topics vital to the academic and policy-making communities. The fellowships provide logistical support, international airfare, a living/housing stipend, visa support, emergency evacuation insurance, and, in many countries, field office support.

Eligibility: Postdoctoral scholars and professionals with advanced degrees are eligible. Applicants must be US citizens.

Information and application: http://www.irex.org/project/short-term-travel-grants-stg

Contact: By email at stg@irex.org or by telephone at 202-628-8188

Countries Eligible for Research:Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan The STG Program is  funded by the US Department of State- Title VIII Program.

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