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Fulbright-Nokia Distinguished Chair in Information and Communications Technologies

$39,500

Due: September 15, 2026

No min. GPA required

No transcripts required

Description

The Fulbright-Nokia Distinguished Chair in Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) offers a prestigious opportunity for a U.S. scholar or specialist to: conduct research at a Finnish higher education institution chosen by the scholar; collaborate with Finnish academic and industrial partners; teach and guest lecture; and engage with Finland's vibrant R&D and high-tech community. This award is designed to strengthen long-term partnerships between U.S. and Finnish research groups and boost academic-industry collaborations. This award supports projects in the fields of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and Computer Science. We are especially interested in scholars whose work aligns with the following specialty areas: Telecommunications; Communications Engineering; Computer Science and Engineering; Electronics and Electrical Engineering; Electronics and Components Design; Optics and Materials Technology for communication components and systems; and/or Data Science. The award is open to Senior Academics who have been working in the capacity of a teacher or scholar for more than 13 years. PhD (or other terminal degree) is required. Candidates should have a prominent record of scholarly accomplishment, including a significant publication record. Projects that prioritize active research work and publications yet also include guest lectures and student supervision are particularly encouraged. The application should include a letter of invitation from a Finnish higher education institution. There are no language proficiency requirements, English is sufficient. However, feasibility of conducting the project must be demonstrated in the project statement. All applicants must submit two recommendation letters. Letters should be from those who know the applicant and the applicant's work well. Please visit the award's website or contact the Council for International Exchange of Scholars for more information.

Majors

Information Systems

Scholarship Type

International Master's Degree STEM Merit-based