About this opportunity
The North South CURRENTS Programme Research Fellowship 2026 is a one month funded research training fellowship in marine carbon dioxide removal, coordinated by Ocean Conservancy in partnership with mentor institutions. Up to 6 researchers join a cohort across areas such as ocean alkalinity enhancement, macroalgal and biomass cultivation, direct ocean carbon capture and nutrient fertilisation.
The fellowship runs in two tracks. Track A, Training and Mentorship, is for researchers building new skills, while Track B, Independent Research Project, is for those with an existing research question.
Only one track may be chosen per application, and grant writing experience is not required. The call sets a maximum total per researcher of $25,000, itemised as a researcher stipend of $2,500 for one month, accommodation of $2,500 for one month, visa costs up to $10,000, a flight of $2,500 and a research budget of up to $7,500.
Applications go by email to currents@oceanconservancy. org by 27 November 2026, 11:59 pm Pacific Time.
What you receive
- One month of funded research training, mentorship and technical support in marine carbon dioxide removal
- A maximum total per researcher of $25,000 covering stipend, accommodation, visa, flight and research budget
- Placement in a cohort of up to 6 researchers across the approved research areas
Who can apply
- Researchers based in low or middle income countries working on, or interested in, marine carbon dioxide removal
- Participation limited to researchers based in the approved countries listed in the call
- Choose either Track A Training and Mentorship or Track B Independent Research Project, one track per application
How to apply
- Email the application to currents@oceanconservancy.org by 27 November 2026, 11:59 pm Pacific Time
Sources and verification
Related opportunities
- IBCI Blue Carbon Fellowship 2026 by the International Blue Carbon Institute
A USD 60,000 research grant spread over two years for one blue carbon scientist or practitioner, with applications welcome from all regions and African applicants particularly encouraged for this cycle.
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