researchers working in academic and research institutions from
eligible countries preparing a doctoral thesis. Research grants cover
residence costs for a 5 to 10 month period in a renowned university or
research center. Fellows are expected to advance their research work
mainly by using the facilities and resources provided by the host
institution and by interacting with peers.
Who Can Apply?
Only lecturers and researchers from eligible countries working on
their doctoral thesis can apply for the fellowship. Candidates should
be under 45 years, and have completed any course work or exams
required for their doctoral program.
What Does the Program Support?
The purpose of the grant is to help fellows advance their doctoral
research work through a residency period of five to ten months in a
host institution in a country other than their home country or country
of residence.During the research period at the host institution, the
fellows are expected to have access to essential resources such as
reference books and research publications, databases, and software;
attend seminars and eventually courses; and to benefit by interacting
with peers.
Host Institution
Candidates should be accepted or invited by a host institution which
would designate an academic advisor to assist the fellow during his
research period. Host institutions should also commit to provide the
fellow with basic amenities such as office space and access to a
computer, and to facilitate his/her research activities.
Fellowships Award
Eligible candidates are evaluated by external reviewers based on three
criteria: academic performance, teaching and research experience, and
relevance of the proposed research program. The top candidates are
submitted to the Selection Committee, which includes World Bank senior
experts and Donors representatives, for final selection. In addition
to the merit criteria, the Selection Committee takes into account
other factors such as availability of budget, geographical diversity
and gender balance.
Grants
Candidates are requested to submit a budget for their fellowship
covering the costs related to their research program: travel;
insurance and living expenses; fees for courses and participation to
seminars; and a books and software allowance.The grant amount to be
awarded to each fellow will be decided by the Selection Committee. The
maximum amount of the grant is US$ 25,000.
Fellow's Commitment
Fellows are required to issue two reports, a mid-term report during
the fellowship period and a final report containing the results of the
research. The results of the McNamara fellows research work may be
considered for publication by the World Bank.Fellows are expected to
return to their home countries and resume their academic or research
position upon completion of the fellowship. They are also expected to
mention the McNamara fellowship award in any publication related to
their doctoral research work, including their thesis, and to provide
the Program with a copy of their thesis upon graduation.
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