About this opportunity
Applications are now open for the PIBBSS Winter Fellowship Program 2026–2027 , an intensive research fellowship hosted by the Principles of Intelligent Behavior in Biological and Social Systems (PIBBSS) initiative in South Africa. The fully funded programme brings together exceptional students and early-career researchers from around the world to explore the principles of intelligence across biological, artificial, and social systems.
Fellows will participate in interdisciplinary lectures, research collaborations, workshops, and mentorship sessions with leading scientists and innovators. ( princint.
ai ) Fellowship Benefits Successful applicants will receive: Monthly stipend of USD 3,000 Round-trip international airfare Free accommodation throughout the fellowship Meals during the programme Access to world-class lectures and workshops Mentorship from leading researchers and academics Opportunities for interdisciplinary research collaboration Networking with an international cohort of fellows.
Eligibility
The fellowship is open to: Undergraduate students Master’s students PhD students Postdoctoral researchers Early-career professionals with a strong interest in intelligence research Applicants from all countries are encouraged to apply. Candidates should demonstrate academic excellence and an interest in interdisciplinary research spanning biology, artificial intelligence, neuroscience, cognitive science, mathematics, physics, computer science, economics, or related fields.
Programme Focus The fellowship explores topics including: Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Neuroscience Cognitive Science Complex Systems Evolutionary Biology Mathematics Physics Economics Social Systems Computational Science Collective Intelligence. Why This Matters The PIBBSS Winter Fellowship provides emerging researchers with a unique opportunity to collaborate across disciplines, gain mentorship from internationally recognized experts, and contribute to cutting-edge research on intelligence.
By bringing together participants from diverse academic backgrounds, the programme aims to foster innovative ideas that address complex scientific and societal challenges.
Application timeline
August 31, 2026. Fellowship Dates The Winter Fellowship will take place in South Africa from June to August 2027 .
Specific programme dates will be communicated to selected fellows.
Application steps
Interested applicants can learn more and submit their applications through the official fellowship portal: https://princint.ai/programs/fellowship/ Share
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