Thank you for your interest in attending the Young Scientist Programme (YSP 2027), taking place from Friday 17 to Sunday 19 September 2027, Stellenbosch, Cape Town, South Africa.

Eligibility:

Applicants should:

1. Not have previously attended an IUBMB Young Scientist Programme.

2. Be currently registered PhD candidates or early career scientists (within 10 years of receiving their PhD at the start of the YSP). 

3. Be a member of a National Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology that is linked to IUBMB. If no recognised local society exists, applicants should include a letter stating this with their application.     For a list of these bodies please use this link: https://iubmb.org/about/adhering-bodies-and-associate-adhering-bodies/

4. Applicants must note that they will need to secure top-up funds towards travel or accommodation, as the support from the YSP fellowship will not meet all the anticipated expenses.

We look forward to welcoming you to Cape Town.

Young Scientist Programme Committee

Next Steps:

The following documents are required to complete the application process:

1. Short (2-page) Curriculum Vitae (including education, career experience, awards, list of publications and other research outputs)

2. Motivation to attend YSP (300 words)

3. Two letters of recommendation, including at least one from a current or former research supervisor/host.

4. A certified copy of the highest relevant degree achieved.

5. Certificate of membership (2026/2027) for a recognised National Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology linked to IUBMB.

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