The SIG-DLS is offering two stipends (400 Euros each) for short-term scientific missions, to allow SIG-DLS members to visit experts in the field and conduct research/training in line with the SIG DLS’s aims. This should benefit diffusion of skills/knowledge and foster networking/community building.

With this Call for SIG-DLS stipends, we invite submissions by 24 November 2024. Applications should be made via the dedicated online form (https://forms.gle/itCNbKDcMaqaNRqK9 – you need to log in via Google to access it) and should be composed of:

• A CV of the applicant;
• A motivation letter (max one page) detailing the planned activity for the short-term scientific mission;
• A letter from the host confirming their intention to host the applicant (the letter should be signed and should contain all contact details).

Proposals will be evaluated by the SIG-DLS Steering Committee based on the following criteria:

• Academic age of the applicant;
• Quality of the envisioned research/training plan;
• Coherence with the host expertise.

Applicants will be notified by 1 December 2024 and stipends will be transferred to the successful applicant by 31 December 2024. Awardees will have to submit a report (in the form of a blog post) after completion of their mission, which will be published on the SIG-DLS website.