As part of its commitment to combat climate change, France is offering 60 scholarships to international researchers through the “Make Our Planet Great Again” (MOPGA 2025) program.
Launched in 2017 by the French President, this program aims to attract researchers specializing in innovative environmental projects. For the 2025 edition, MOPGA continues to support scientific research by providing substantial funding to researchers from around the world who are eager to contribute to ecological transition and sustainability.
The MOPGA 2025 scholarships are primarily targeted at postdoctoral researchers and aim to promote projects addressing major global environmental challenges. The priority research fields include climate, biodiversity, environmental health, and energy transition.
This program is organized by Campus France, in partnership with the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. MOPGA represents a strategic initiative that strengthens international scientific cooperation while enhancing research capacities on climate issues.
Thus, MOPGA 2025 stands as a key pillar of France’s efforts to promote sustainable solutions for the future.
MOPGA 2025 Scholarship Overview
- Application Deadline: December 5, 2024
- Level: Research stay
- Funding: Fully covered
- Host Country: France
MOPGA 2025 Scholarship Benefits and Duration
The MOPGA 2025 scholarship offers numerous benefits for young international researchers:
- A monthly stipend of €2,500 to cover living expenses.
- A one-time installation grant of €500 to facilitate arrival in France.
- Comprehensive health insurance, covering medical costs, civil liability, and repatriation assistance until affiliation with French social security.
- Supplementary health insurance covering remaining expenses once affiliated with social security, along with civil liability and repatriation assistance.
A minimum of 60 scholarships will be awarded for a duration of 12 months, starting in September 2025.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the MOPGA 2025 scholarship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a PhD awarded no more than 5 years before the application submission date (the thesis must have been defended between December 2019 and December 2024).
- Be of foreign nationality (non-French).
- Have not resided in France for more than 90 days between September 5, 2024, and December 5, 2024.
Research Themes – MOPGA 2025 Program
The MOPGA 2025 program covers five major research areas eligible for applicants:
- Earth System Sciences: Studying interactions between the physical, chemical, and biological components of the Earth.
- Climate Change and Sustainability Sciences: Research aimed at understanding and mitigating the effects of global warming while promoting sustainable solutions.
- Energy Transition: Exploring alternative energy sources to reduce environmental impact and promote a sustainable energy future.
- Societal Challenges of Environmental Issues: Analyzing the social, economic, and political impacts linked to environmental challenges.
- Human, Animal, and Environmental Health within the “One Health” Approach: Integrated research linking human, animal, and ecosystem health.
For more details, you can consult the dedicated research themes page for the MOPGA program here.
How to Apply for the MOPGA 2025 Program?
Applications for the MOPGA 2025 scholarships must be submitted online via the official Campus France platform: Apply here.
Required Application Documents:
- CV with a list of publications (maximum 4 pages).
- PhD diploma (or an official attestation of the degree).
- CV of the French research supervisor (maximum 2 pages).
- Commitment letter from the host laboratory in France, ensuring the necessary resources for the research project.
- Recommendation letters (up to 3 maximum).
- A copy of the passport or national ID.
Ensure that these documents are prepared meticulously to maximize your chances of success in the MOPGA 2025 selection process.
Application Deadline:
Applications for the MOPGA 2025 scholarship must be submitted by December 5, 2024.
Contact for Information:
For any questions or additional information, please contact [email protected].
Additional Information:
To learn more, visit the official Campus France website and access the dedicated page for the MOPGA 2025 scholarship.
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