IIASA’s annual 3-month Young Scientists Summer Program (YSSP) offers research opportunities to talented young researchers whose interests correspond with IIASA’s ongoing research on issues of global environmental, economic and social change. From June through August accepted participants work within the Institute’s Research Programs under the guidance of IIASA scientific staff.

What to Expect from the Program
The YSSP provides a unique opportunity for participants to

• advance their research under the direct supervision of an experienced IIASA scientist, and at the same time contribute to IIASA’s ongoing scientific agenda;
• broaden their research interests by working in IIASA’s interdisciplinary and international research environment;
• build contacts with IIASA’s worldwide network of collaborators and with other YSSP fellows.;
• have an opportunity to present their research at a designated summer workshop.

The program offers a wide range of scientific events, including both social and natural sciences, often with important policy dimensions. An optional curriculum helps students put their research into perspective and adds a philosophical edge.

Since the beginning of the Program in 1977, 1620 participants from 83 countries have benefited from collaborating with IIASA's scholars and enhanced their own perspectives and career opportunities.

Applicants to the YSSP prepare a research proposal that corresponds both with their professional plans and the agenda of their selected IIASA Program. Accepted applicants begin work before the summer by planning their research in close collaboration with their IIASA supervisors.

Conditions of Participation
Participants are expected to be resident at IIASA for the entire 3-month period; June through August. Up to five days of leave may be approved by supervisors for participation in conferences and/or for personal reasons. Participants also agree to a timely submission of their research reports.

The 2012 program starts on June 1, 2012, and ends on August 31, 2012. In order to be considered, applicants must commit to staying for the entire program.

Application Period
Registration for the 2012 program will open in October 2011. Closing date is 16 January 2012. Only complete applications received before 24.00 (CET) on 16 January 2012 will be considered.

Candidates will be informed about acceptance of their applications by 9 March 2012.

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Last updated: 16 Jan 2012