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TÜBİTAK continues to fulfill the dreams of young and innovative entrepreneur candidates come true through the Individual Young Entrepreneur "BiGG" program. Since its initiation in 2012, a total of 2,494 entrepreneurs have established their companies and brought their business ideas to life through the program. 

In the 2025 1^st Call of BiGG, 2,031 entrepreneurs submitted their business ideas. 149 Implementing Organizations provided accelerator services, including training, mentoring, incubation, collaboration network utilization, and customer validation support in the 1^st stage of the program to 1,344 entrepreneur candidates. After the accelerator program, 462 matured business plans have been evaluated by TÜBİTAK. As a result of assessments by academics, industry professionals, and investors, 100 entrepreneurs were deemed eligible for the Seal of Excellence in the 2025 1^st Call. With the addition of 1 entrepreneur who previously received the Seal of Excellence under co-investment, a total of 101 entrepreneurs have been awarded the Seal of Excellence.

Within the scope of the Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP) carried out by TÜBİTAK in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), 3 business plans selected from among the business plans in the field of clean technologies that were awarded the Seal of Excellence and requested additional investment, have been awarded an investment of 1,500,000 TL in total in exchange for a 5% share, including 600,000 TL GCIP additional investment, as a result of TÜBİTAK evaluations. 

Between 2012 and 2025, a total of 2,595 Tech Startups have qualified for BiGG Support.

Along with the entrepreneurs who have earned the Seal of Excellence in the BiGG 2025 1^st Call, a total of 2,595 startup companies will be established by benefiting from the program.

As a result of the panel and TÜBİTAK BİGG Fund evaluations, 100 entrepreneurs who have been awarded the Seal of Excellence will establish their companies, sign contracts with the BİGG Fund, and start working to implement their technology-focused business plans.

Company establishment processes must be carried out following the TÜBİTAK notification to benefit from the advantages provided by the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye.

Entrepreneurs are kindly requested to log into the system at https://eteydeb.tubitak.gov.tr/  using the 'Girişimci' role and check the project status code in order to access information regarding the support status of their projects.

TÜBİTAK continues to fulfill the dreams of young and innovative entrepreneur candidates come true through the Individual Young Entrepreneur "BiGG" program. Since its initiation in 2012, a total of 2,578 entrepreneurs have established their companies and brought their business ideas to life through the program. 

In the 2025 2^nd call of BiGG, 2,465 entrepreneurs submitted their business ideas. 149 implementing organizations provided accelerator services, including training, mentoring, incubation, collaboration network utilization, and customer validation support in the 1^st stage of the program to 1,850 entrepreneur candidates. After the accelerator program, 472 matured business plans have been evaluated by TÜBİTAK. As a result of assessments by academics, industry professionals, and investors, 107 entrepreneurs were deemed eligible for the Seal of Excellence in the 2025 2^nd call. With the addition of 2 entrepreneurs who previously received the Seal of Excellence under co-investment, a total of 109 entrepreneurs have been awarded the Seal of Excellence.

Within the scope of the Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP) carried out by TÜBİTAK in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), 3 business plans selected from among the business plans in the field of clean technologies that were awarded the Seal of Excellence and requested additional investment, have been awarded an investment of 1,500,000 TL in total in exchange for a 5% share, including 600,000 TL GCIP additional investment, as a result of TÜBİTAK evaluations. 

Between 2012 and 2025, a Total of 2,687 Tech Startups Have Qualified for BiGG Support

Along with the entrepreneurs who have earned the Seal of Excellence in the BiGG 2025 2^nd call, a total of 2,687 startup companies will be established by benefiting from the program.

As a result of the panel and TÜBİTAK BİGG Fund evaluations, 107 entrepreneurs who have been awarded the Seal of Excellence will establish their companies, sign contracts with the BİGG Fund, and start working to implement their technology-focused business plans.

Company establishment processes must be carried out following the TÜBİTAK notification to benefit from the advantages provided by the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye.

Entrepreneurs are kindly requested to log into the system at TÜBİTAK TEYDEB using the “Girişimci” role and check the project status code in order to access information regarding the support status of their projects.

TÜBİTAK - BİDEB (The Department of Science Fellowships and Grant Programmes)

The Coordinatorship of Research and Fellowship Programmes

2216D – TÜBİTAK-WAITRO Postgraduate and Postdoctoral Fellowship Programmes      

T: 0312 444 66 90                                                                              

E-mail: bidebwaitro@tubitak.gov.tr

TÜBİTAK - BİDEB (The Department of Science Fellowships and Grant Programmes)

The Coordinatorship of Research and Fellowship Programmes

2216D – TÜBİTAK-WAITRO Postgraduate and Postdoctoral Fellowship Programmes      

T: 0312 444 66 90                                                                              

E-mail: bidebwaitro@tubitak.gov.tr

TÜBİTAK - BİDEB (The Department of Science Fellowships and Grant Programmes)

The Coordinatorship of Research and Fellowship Programmes

2216D – TÜBİTAK-WAITRO Postgraduate and Postdoctoral Fellowship Programmes      

T: 0312 444 66 90                                                                              

E-mail: bidebwaitro@tubitak.gov.tr

TÜBİTAK-BİDEB

2236-Co-Funded Brain Circulation Scheme

Adress: TÜBİTAK Başkanlık Binası
Tunus Caddesi No:80 Kavaklıdere
ÇANKAYA/ANKARA PK:06100

e-mail: cocirculation3@tubitak.gov.tr

Tel : 444 66 90

e-mail: 1601@tubitak.gov.tr

E-mail : bigg@tubitak.gov.tr

1701@tubitak.gov.tr

General Provisions

•    Notifications are generally made electronically by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. For this reason, it is necessary to provide an electronic address suitable for notification and to keep the contact information up to date.
•    The Fellow is obliged to initiate the research and Fellowship within 12 months of the date of the award letter. The status of the Fellows who cannot start their research due to health condition or force majeure, which means, under the terms of this Call Text, natural disaster, war (whether declared or not), invasion, revolution, insurrection, or other acts of a similar nature or force, which are beyond the control of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s), and other reasons can be evaluated by the Group Executive Committee (GYK), provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency, the Fellowship initiation period can be deferred up to 6 months at the most. A Fellow who does not begin his/her research within 12 months without the decision of the GYK cannot claim any rights to the Fellowship.
•    The Fellow is obliged to report all kinds of Fellowship or financial support that are received from another institution in Türkiye during the Fellowship period to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB within 15 days from the starting date of the support. If the Fellow has received financial support from another institution, the amount of that support within the scope of this programme may be separately determined by the GYK provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    The Fellows have to maintain their research studies in Türkiye full-time during the Fellowship period. The Fellow is obliged to inform TÜBİTAK-BİDEB about any short- or long-term visits away from the host institution either prior to departure or no later than ten (10) days after departure with a signed petition. Absence for a period of 15 days or less per year shall not affect the Fellowship payment. No Fellowship payment shall be made for periods exceeding fifteen (15) days. Any payment made for such periods shall be reimbursed by the Fellow or offset against subsequent Fellowship payments. For any durations longer than 15 days, GYK may consider a temporary suspension, or —subject to the approval of TÜBİTAK Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency—the revocation or cancellation of the Fellowship.
•    Those who receive Fellowship within the scope of this programme cannot receive project incentive bonus (PTI), fees, royalties, and similar financial support from other projects supported by TÜBİTAK at the same time.
•    In the case of those who receive or are eligible to receive Fellowship from other programmes of TÜBİTAK, this situation should be reported to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a signed petition by the Fellow. If otherwise determined, GYK may consider a deduction from the Fellowship, a temporary suspension, or —subject to the approval of TÜBİTAK Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency—the revocation or cancellation of the Fellowship.
•    Fellows are required to successfully complete their research successfully within the Fellowship period assigned by TÜBA and TÜBİTAK-BİDEB.
•    The Fellow is obliged to carry out the research strictly within the scope of the Research Proposal Form submitted during the application and approved for support, and shall not deviate from the main elements specified therein.

•    In case of non-compliance with the obligations, action is taken in accordance with the provisions of this Call Announcement and the Letter of Commitment.
•    Unless otherwise specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB, it is sufficient to submit requests and all related information and documents online throughout the Fellowship period, provided that such requests are made by means of an official petition duly signed by both the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye. In the case of renewal of the Letter of Commitment, the document must additionally be submitted to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB in hard copy with original wet signatures.
•    If it is determined that any overpayment or undue payment has been made to the Fellow for any reason, the Fellow shall be obliged to repay such amount to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB and shall remain primarily liable therefor. The Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye shall be under an obligation to monitor the Fellow’s compliance with the Program Call Text, the Award Letter, and the Letter of Commitment, and to notify TÜBİTAK-BİDEB in writing without delay of any circumstance that may affect the Fellow’s eligibility, research status, continuation of research, place of study, field of study, or presence in Türkiye. Where any overpayment, undue payment, or related financial loss occurs due to the Academic Advisor(s)’ failure to comply with such notification and reporting obligations, the relevant amount may be recovered from the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye pursuant to the relevant legislation and the provisions of this undertaking.
•    The suspension, revocation, and cancellation of the Fellowship shall be carried out in accordance with the Rules and Procedures with regard to the running of the Department of Science Fellowships and Grant Programmes under the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye. Fellowship support shall be revoked through termination of the stipend. In the event of cancellation, all disbursed amounts shall be recovered with statutory interest in accordance with the undertaking.

Progress and Final Reports

•    In relation to their research, the Fellows should upload progress and final reports to the online monitoring system on the dates specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. It is sufficient to upload the reports to the online monitoring system; they do not need to be delivered to TÜBA or TÜBİTAK-BİDEB by post. 
•    A progress report is not requested from the Fellows whose support periods are less than 10 months, and it is sufficient for them to upload their final reports to the online monitoring system on the dates specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB.
•    Fellows whose support period is determined as 10 months or more are required to upload progress report(s) every 6 months following the start date of their research and a final report within 2 months of the end date of their research.
•    Progress reports can be uploaded to the online monitoring system no more than 10 days after the submission dates specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. In case of any delay in the submission of progress reports, the Fellowship payments will not be paid, and the Fellow will be given an additional period of 2 months. The Fellowship payments of the Fellows who submit their progress reports within the given time period will continue where they left off. The support given to the Fellows who do not submit their delayed progress reports to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB within the extended 2 months, without relying on health condition or force majeure, which means, under the terms of this Call Text, natural disaster, war (whether declared or not), invasion, revolution, insurrection, or other acts of a similar nature or force, which are beyond the control of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, may be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    If the final report is not uploaded to the online monitoring system within 2 months following the research end date, the Fellow can request additional time with a reasoned and signed petition. If the request is considered appropriate by the GYK, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency, additional time may be given for the completion of the report. The Fellowship support of the Fellow who does not submit their final reports to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB within the additional time given can be revoked or cancelled by the GYK decision and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    Progress and final reports are evaluated by scientific experts to be assigned by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. Reports that are not sufficient as a result of the evaluation are requested to be revised within 2 months. The support of the Fellow who does not send the necessary revisions within the given time period or whose revised reports are not accepted can be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK, and with the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    TÜBA and TÜBİTAK support must be stated in the publications within the scope of the programme, and if available, the publication should be uploaded to the online monitoring system in addition to the progress and final reports.
•    Without prejudice to the internal regulations of the university, research institution, publisher or other entities where the relevant publication is published or disseminated, and to the applicable national or international legislation that may restrict or prohibit the use of logos in certain publication types such as theses and articles, it is mandatory to indicate the TÜBA and the TÜBİTAK logos in all kinds of research-related announcements and publications. The TÜBA and TÜBİTAK logos must be used in accordance with the forms and standards given on the TÜBA website and the TÜBİTAK website.
 

Change of Host Institution, Mentor or Research Title

• In case of a request to change the host institution, the Fellow should apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB, submitting the following documents:

  • Request Form to Change of Host Institution/Academic Advisor(s). The Fellow, the current, and the new Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must sign the relevant sections of the form.
  • The Acceptance Letter from the highest authority of the new host institution in which the research will be conducted.
  • Renewed Letter of Commitment.

  If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval. 

• In case of a request to change the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, the Fellow should apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB, submitting the following documents:

  • Request Form to Change of Host Institution/Academic Advisor(s). The Fellow, the current, and the new Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must sign the relevant sections of the form.
  • The Acceptance Letter, including the name of the new Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, from the highest authority of the host institution in which the research is conducted.
  • Renewed Letter of Commitment.

  If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval.

• In case the Fellow requests to make changes to the research title without making any change on the research, which it is entitled to support, the Fellow must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB along with the Request Form to Change of Research Title signed by the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye. If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval.

Fellowship Extension, Suspension and Early Cessation

• It is essential for the Fellows to complete his/her research successfully within the Fellowship period assigned by TÜBA and TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. If Fellows, who are supported for less than the maximum support period, wish to extend their Fellowship, they should deliver the following documents to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB 2 months before the end date of the Fellowship period:
  • Request Form for Fellowship Extension. This form also includes a summary of the research carried out by the Fellow during the period of support, as well as a reasoned request for the extension of the period, signed by the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye.
  • A detailed research report on the studies that will be carried out within the requested period. This report should be prepared in the “Progress Report” format in the “Application Forms” available on the official programme website.
  • If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval. The extended period cannot exceed fifty percent of the initially awarded support period of the Fellowship.
• In the event of a situation requiring the suspension of Fellowship based on health condition or force majeure, which means, under the terms of this Call Text, natural disaster, war (whether declared or not), invasion, revolution, insurrection, or other acts of a similar nature or force, which are beyond the control of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a justification within 20 days from the date of the incident. Fellowship support can be suspended if GYK deems appropriate, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency. The suspension period may be up to 12 months during the support period, and no payment will be made to the Fellow during this period. Upon request of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye regarding the resumption of discontinued support, if the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the Fellowship support will recommence, and the suspension period will be added to the Fellowship period with the Presidency's approval.
  • In the event that no request is submitted by the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye for the resumption of support within the suspension time, the support of the Fellow can be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK and with the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency. 
• If the Fellow wants to leave the programme earlier than the end date of the Fellowship without completing the research, the Fellow and Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a signed petition at least 15 days before the departure date. In the case of abandonment of the Fellowship without successful completion of the programme, the following conditions will apply:
  • The Fellowship stipend will no longer be paid from the date of abandonment. Any stipend paid for the period after abandonment must be refunded.
  • The final report that is prepared for research results and outputs obtained until the date the research was stopped must be uploaded to the online monitoring system within 2 months following the date of abandonment.
  • The Fellowship support will be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency based on the evaluation result of the final report, which is the result of the monitoring evaluation conducted by scientific experts.
• If the Fellow completes the research earlier than the end date of the Fellowship, the Fellow and Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a signed petition at least 15 days before the departure date. In case of early completion of the research, the following conditions will apply:
  • The monthly Fellowship payments will not be paid from the date of completion. If a payment was already made, the Fellow must refund it.
  • The submission deadline for the final report is updated based on the early completion date, and the report must be uploaded to the online monitoring system within two (2) months following the early completion date.
  • The Fellowship support will be terminated or revoked by the decision of the GYK and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency based on the evaluation result of the final report, which is the result of the monitoring evaluation conducted by scientific experts.
     

Ethical Rules

•    The Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must comply with universal scientific research and scientific publishing rules during the conduct of the research. Where necessary, it is obligatory to obtain the Ethics Committee Approval document and the legal permission(s) from the relevant institutions for the research to be done.
•    The Fellow accepts, declares, and undertakes that, regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools during and after the preparation and submission process of the project proposal and all project-specific information, the Fellow has acted and will act in full and complete compliance with all principles, rules, and obligations set forth in the “Guide on the Responsible and Trustworthy Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Support Processes”, and that all information provided and to be provided regarding the use of generative AI in this process is accurate, complete, and truthful; that otherwise, the Fellow accepts all legal and administrative consequences that may arise from violations in this regard, and that the Fellow accepts in advance the audits, examinations, and sanctions to be carried out by the relevant authorities.
•    The Academic Advisor(s) of the Fellow in Türkiye accept(s), declare(s), and undertake(s) that, regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools during and after the preparation and submission process of the project proposal and all project-specific information, the Academic Advisor(s) has (have) acted and will act in full and complete compliance with all principles, rules, and obligations set forth in the “Guide on the Responsible and Trustworthy Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Support Processes”, and that all information provided and to be provided regarding the use of generative AI in this process is accurate, complete, and truthful; that otherwise, the Academic Advisor(s) accepts all legal and administrative consequences that may arise from violations in this regard, and that accepts in advance the audits, examinations, and sanctions to be carried out by the relevant authorities.
•    In case of a violation of the above-mentioned rules, legal actions shall be carried out in accordance with the provisions of TÜBİTAK Directive in the Research and Publication Ethics Committee (AYEK). 
 

Other Provisions

•    TÜBİTAK-BİDEB will be responsible for a monthly allowance to cover accommodation/living expenses and medical facilities for minor ailments as available in Türkiye at amounts to be specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB.
•    Fellowship payments are paid within the first 10 days of the following month to TRY bank accounts in the names of Fellows based on the information given by the Fellow.
•    TÜBA covers the researchers’ arrival and departure costs from Türkiye at the beginning of the Fellowship and on completion of the Fellowship. Researchers who are eligible for support under this programme should contact TÜBA for ticketing procedures.
•    TÜBA will also cover annual payment to Academic Advisor in Türkiye and Host Institution Contribution for Laboratory Infrastructure Use in accordance with the applicable provisions of the TÜBA regulations and related financial procedures.
•    The host institution in Türkiye, where the research will be conducted and where the assigned academic advisor is based, will provide accommodation free of charge.
•    There is no retroactive payment to the Fellows who choose to arrive to Türkiye by their own means before the date on the acceptance letter.
•    Candidates are required to obtain, at their own expense, comprehensive medical insurance covering the entire period of their stay, including medical treatment, emergencies, and other unforeseen circumstances, prior to travelling to Türkiye.
 

General Provisions
•    Notifications are generally made electronically by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. For this reason, it is necessary to provide an electronic address suitable for notification and to keep the contact information up to date.
•    The Fellow is obliged to initiate the research and Fellowship within 12 months of the date of the award letter. The status of the Fellows who cannot start their research due to health condition or force majeure, which means, under the terms of this Call Text, natural disaster, war (whether declared or not), invasion, revolution, insurrection, or other acts of a similar nature or force, which are beyond the control of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s), and other reasons can be evaluated by the Group Executive Committee (GYK), provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency, the Fellowship initiation period can be deferred up to 6 months at the most. A Fellow who does not begin his/her research within 12 months without the decision of the GYK cannot claim any rights to the Fellowship.
•    The Fellow is obliged to report all kinds of Fellowship or financial support that are received from another institution in Türkiye during the Fellowship period to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB within 15 days from the starting date of the support. If the Fellow has received financial support from another institution, the amount of that support within the scope of this programme may be separately determined by the GYK provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    The Fellows have to maintain their research studies in Türkiye full-time during the Fellowship period. The Fellow is obliged to inform TÜBİTAK-BİDEB about any short- or long-term visits away from the host institution either prior to departure or no later than ten (10) days after departure with a signed petition. Absence for a period of 15 days or less per year shall not affect the Fellowship payment. No Fellowship payment shall be made for periods exceeding fifteen (15) days. Any payment made for such periods shall be reimbursed by the Fellow or offset against subsequent Fellowship payments. For any durations longer than 15 days, GYK may consider a temporary suspension, or —subject to the approval of TÜBİTAK Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency—the revocation or cancellation of the Fellowship.
•    Those who receive Fellowship within the scope of this programme cannot receive project incentive bonus (PTI), fees, royalties, and similar financial support from other projects supported by TÜBİTAK at the same time.
•    In the case of those who receive or are eligible to receive Fellowship from other programmes of TÜBİTAK, this situation should be reported to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a signed petition by the Fellow. If otherwise determined, GYK may consider a deduction from the Fellowship, a temporary suspension, or —subject to the approval of TÜBİTAK Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency—the revocation or cancellation of the Fellowship.
•    Fellows are required to successfully complete their research successfully within the Fellowship period assigned by TÜBA and TÜBİTAK-BİDEB.
•    The Fellow is obliged to carry out the research strictly within the scope of the Research Proposal Form submitted during the application and approved for support, and shall not deviate from the main elements specified therein.
•    In case of non-compliance with the obligations, action is taken in accordance with the provisions of this Call Announcement and the Letter of Commitment.
•    Unless otherwise specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB, it is sufficient to submit requests and all related information and documents online throughout the Fellowship period, provided that such requests are made by means of an official petition duly signed by both the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye. In the case of renewal of the Letter of Commitment, the document must additionally be submitted to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB in hard copy with original wet signatures.
•    If it is determined that any overpayment or undue payment has been made to the Fellow for any reason, the Fellow shall be obliged to repay such amount to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB and shall remain primarily liable therefor. The Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye shall be under an obligation to monitor the Fellow’s compliance with the Program Call Text, the Award Letter, and the Letter of Commitment, and to notify TÜBİTAK-BİDEB in writing without delay of any circumstance that may affect the Fellow’s eligibility, research status, continuation of research, place of study, field of study, or presence in Türkiye. Where any overpayment, undue payment, or related financial loss occurs due to the Academic Advisor(s)’ failure to comply with such notification and reporting obligations, the relevant amount may be recovered from the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye pursuant to the relevant legislation and the provisions of this undertaking.
•    The suspension, revocation, and cancellation of the Fellowship shall be carried out in accordance with the Rules and Procedures with regard to the running of the Department of Science Fellowships and Grant Programmes under the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye. Fellowship support shall be revoked through termination of the stipend. In the event of cancellation, all disbursed amounts shall be recovered with statutory interest in accordance with the undertaking.

Progress and Final Reports
•    In relation to their research, the Fellows should upload progress and final reports to the online monitoring system on the dates specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. It is sufficient to upload the reports to the online monitoring system; they do not need to be delivered to TÜBA or TÜBİTAK-BİDEB by post. 
•    A progress report is not requested from the Fellows whose support periods are less than 10 months, and it is sufficient for them to upload their final reports to the online monitoring system on the dates specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB.
•    Fellows whose support period is determined as 10 months or more are required to upload progress report(s) every 6 months following the start date of their research and a final report within 2 months of the end date of their research.
•    Progress reports can be uploaded to the online monitoring system no more than 10 days after the submission dates specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. In case of any delay in the submission of progress reports, the Fellowship payments will not be paid, and the Fellow will be given an additional period of 2 months. The Fellowship payments of the Fellows who submit their progress reports within the given time period will continue where they left off. The support given to the Fellows who do not submit their delayed progress reports to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB within the extended 2 months, without relying on health condition or force majeure, which means, under the terms of this Call Text, natural disaster, war (whether declared or not), invasion, revolution, insurrection, or other acts of a similar nature or force, which are beyond the control of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, may be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    If the final report is not uploaded to the online monitoring system within 2 months following the research end date, the Fellow can request additional time with a reasoned and signed petition. If the request is considered appropriate by the GYK, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency, additional time may be given for the completion of the report. The Fellowship support of the Fellow who does not submit their final reports to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB within the additional time given can be revoked or cancelled by the GYK decision and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    Progress and final reports are evaluated by scientific experts to be assigned by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. Reports that are not sufficient as a result of the evaluation are requested to be revised within 2 months. The support of the Fellow who does not send the necessary revisions within the given time period or whose revised reports are not accepted can be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK, and with the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    TÜBA and TÜBİTAK support must be stated in the publications within the scope of the programme, and if available, the publication should be uploaded to the online monitoring system in addition to the progress and final reports.
•    Without prejudice to the internal regulations of the university, research institution, publisher or other entities where the relevant publication is published or disseminated, and to the applicable national or international legislation that may restrict or prohibit the use of logos in certain publication types such as theses and articles, it is mandatory to indicate the TÜBA and the TÜBİTAK logos in all kinds of research-related announcements and publications. The TÜBA and TÜBİTAK logos must be used in accordance with the forms and standards given on the TÜBA website and the TÜBİTAK website.

Change of Host Institution, Host Advisor or Research Title

• In case of a request to change the host institution, the Fellow should apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB, submitting the following documents:
  • Request Form to Change of Host Institution/Academic Advisor(s). The Fellow, the current, and the new Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must sign the relevant sections of the form.
  • The Acceptance Letter from the highest authority of the new host institution in which the research will be conducted.
  • Renewed Letter of Commitment.

If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval. 

• In case of a request to change the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, the Fellow should apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB, submitting the following documents:
  • Request Form to Change of Host Institution/Academic Advisor(s). The Fellow, the current, and the new Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must sign the relevant sections of the form.
  • The Acceptance Letter, including the name of the new Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, from the highest authority of the host institution in which the research is conducted.
  • Renewed Letter of Commitment.

If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval.

• In case the Fellow requests to make changes to the research title without making any change on the research, which it is entitled to support, the Fellow must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB along with the Request Form to Change of Research Title signed by the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye. If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval.

Fellowship Extension, Suspension and Early Cessation

• It is essential for the Fellows to complete his/her research successfully within the Fellowship period assigned by TÜBA and TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. If Fellows, who are supported for less than the maximum support period, wish to extend their Fellowship, they should deliver the following documents to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB 2 months before the end date of the Fellowship period:
  • Request Form for Fellowship Extension. This form also includes a summary of the research carried out by the Fellow during the period of support, as well as a reasoned request for the extension of the period, signed by the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye.
  • A detailed research report on the studies that will be carried out within the requested period. This report should be prepared in the “Progress Report” format in the “Application Forms” available on the official programme website.
  • If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval. The extended period cannot exceed fifty percent of the initially awarded support period of the Fellowship.
• In the event of a situation requiring the suspension of Fellowship based on health condition or force majeure, which means, under the terms of this Call Text, natural disaster, war (whether declared or not), invasion, revolution, insurrection, or other acts of a similar nature or force, which are beyond the control of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a justification within 20 days from the date of the incident. Fellowship support can be suspended if GYK deems appropriate, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency. The suspension period may be up to 12 months during the support period, and no payment will be made to the Fellow during this period. Upon request of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye regarding the resumption of discontinued support, if the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the Fellowship support will recommence, and the suspension period will be added to the Fellowship period with the Presidency's approval.
  • In the event that no request is submitted by the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye for the resumption of support within the suspension time, the support of the Fellow can be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK and with the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency. 
• If the Fellow wants to leave the programme earlier than the end date of the Fellowship without completing the research, the Fellow and Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a signed petition at least 15 days before the departure date. In the case of abandonment of the Fellowship without successful completion of the programme, the following conditions will apply:
  • The Fellowship stipend will no longer be paid from the date of abandonment. Any stipend paid for the period after abandonment must be refunded.
  • The final report that is prepared for research results and outputs obtained until the date the research was stopped must be uploaded to the online monitoring system within 2 months following the date of abandonment.
  • The Fellowship support will be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency based on the evaluation result of the final report, which is the result of the monitoring evaluation conducted by scientific experts.
• If the Fellow completes the research earlier than the end date of the Fellowship, the Fellow and Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a signed petition at least 15 days before the departure date. In case of early completion of the research, the following conditions will apply:
  • The monthly Fellowship payments will not be paid from the date of completion. If a payment was already made, the Fellow must refund it.
  • The submission deadline for the final report is updated based on the early completion date, and the report must be uploaded to the online monitoring system within two (2) months following the early completion date.
  • The Fellowship support will be terminated or revoked by the decision of the GYK and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency based on the evaluation result of the final report, which is the result of the monitoring evaluation conducted by scientific experts.

Ethical Rules

• The Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must comply with universal scientific research and scientific publishing rules during the conduct of the research. Where necessary, it is obligatory to obtain the Ethics Committee Approval document and the legal permission(s) from the relevant institutions for the research to be done.
• The Fellow accepts, declares, and undertakes that, regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools during and after the preparation and submission process of the project proposal and all project-specific information, the Fellow has acted and will act in full and complete compliance with all principles, rules, and obligations set forth in the “Guide on the Responsible and Trustworthy Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Support Processes”, and that all information provided and to be provided regarding the use of generative AI in this process is accurate, complete, and truthful; that otherwise, the Fellow accepts all legal and administrative consequences that may arise from violations in this regard, and that the Fellow accepts in advance the audits, examinations, and sanctions to be carried out by the relevant authorities.
• The Academic Advisor(s) of the Fellow in Türkiye accept(s), declare(s), and undertake(s) that, regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools during and after the preparation and submission process of the project proposal and all project-specific information, the Academic Advisor(s) has (have) acted and will act in full and complete compliance with all principles, rules, and obligations set forth in the “Guide on the Responsible and Trustworthy Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Support Processes”, and that all information provided and to be provided regarding the use of generative AI in this process is accurate, complete, and truthful; that otherwise, the Academic Advisor(s) accepts all legal and administrative consequences that may arise from violations in this regard, and that accepts in advance the audits, examinations, and sanctions to be carried out by the relevant authorities.

• In case of a violation of the above-mentioned rules, legal actions shall be carried out in accordance with the provisions of TÜBİTAK Directive in the Research and Publication Ethics Committee (AYEK). 

  
  Other Provisions

• TÜBİTAK-BİDEB will be responsible for a monthly allowance to cover accommodation/living expenses and medical facilities for minor ailments as available in Türkiye at amounts to be specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB.
• Fellowship payments are paid within the first 10 days of the following month to TRY bank accounts in the names of Fellows based on the information given by the Fellow.
• TÜBA covers the researchers’ arrival and departure costs from Türkiye at the beginning of the Fellowship and on completion of the Fellowship. Researchers who are eligible for support under this programme should contact TÜBA for ticketing procedures.
• TÜBA will also cover annual payment to Academic Advisor in Türkiye and Host Institution Contribution for Laboratory Infrastructure Use in accordance with the applicable provisions of the TÜBA regulations and related financial procedures.
• The host institution in Türkiye, where the research will be conducted and where the assigned academic advisor is based, will provide accommodation free of charge.
• There is no retroactive payment to the Fellows who choose to arrive to Türkiye by their own means before the date on the acceptance letter.
• Candidates are required to obtain, at their own expense, comprehensive medical insurance covering the entire period of their stay, including medical treatment, emergencies, and other unforeseen circumstances, prior to travelling to Türkiye.
   

General Provisions
•    Notifications are generally made electronically by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. For this reason, it is necessary to provide an electronic address suitable for notification and to keep the contact information up to date.
•    The Fellow is obliged to initiate the research and Fellowship within 12 months of the date of the award letter. The status of the Fellows who cannot start their research due to health condition or force majeure, which means, under the terms of this Call Text, natural disaster, war (whether declared or not), invasion, revolution, insurrection, or other acts of a similar nature or force, which are beyond the control of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s), and other reasons can be evaluated by the Group Executive Committee (GYK), provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency, the Fellowship initiation period can be deferred up to 6 months at the most. A Fellow who does not begin his/her research within 12 months without the decision of the GYK cannot claim any rights to the Fellowship.
•    The Fellow is obliged to report all kinds of Fellowship or financial support that are received from another institution in Türkiye during the Fellowship period to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB within 15 days from the starting date of the support. If the Fellow has received financial support from another institution, the amount of that support within the scope of this programme may be separately determined by the GYK provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    The Fellows have to maintain their research studies in Türkiye full-time during the Fellowship period. The Fellow is obliged to inform TÜBİTAK-BİDEB about any short- or long-term visits away from the host institution either prior to departure or no later than ten (10) days after departure with a signed petition. Absence for a period of 15 days or less per year shall not affect the Fellowship payment. No Fellowship payment shall be made for periods exceeding fifteen (15) days. Any payment made for such periods shall be reimbursed by the Fellow or offset against subsequent Fellowship payments. For any durations longer than 15 days, GYK may consider a temporary suspension, or —subject to the approval of TÜBİTAK Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency—the revocation or cancellation of the Fellowship.
•    Those who receive Fellowship within the scope of this programme cannot receive project incentive bonus (PTI), fees, royalties, and similar financial support from other projects supported by TÜBİTAK at the same time.
•    In the case of those who receive or are eligible to receive Fellowship from other programmes of TÜBİTAK, this situation should be reported to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a signed petition by the Fellow. If otherwise determined, GYK may consider a deduction from the Fellowship, a temporary suspension, or —subject to the approval of TÜBİTAK Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency—the revocation or cancellation of the Fellowship.
•    Fellows are required to successfully complete their research successfully within the Fellowship period assigned by TÜBA and TÜBİTAK-BİDEB.
•    The Fellow is obliged to carry out the research strictly within the scope of the Research Proposal Form submitted during the application and approved for support, and shall not deviate from the main elements specified therein.
•    In case of non-compliance with the obligations, action is taken in accordance with the provisions of this Call Announcement and the Letter of Commitment.
•    Unless otherwise specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB, it is sufficient to submit requests and all related information and documents online throughout the Fellowship period, provided that such requests are made by means of an official petition duly signed by both the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye. In the case of renewal of the Letter of Commitment, the document must additionally be submitted to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB in hard copy with original wet signatures.
•    If it is determined that any overpayment or undue payment has been made to the Fellow for any reason, the Fellow shall be obliged to repay such amount to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB and shall remain primarily liable therefor. The Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye shall be under an obligation to monitor the Fellow’s compliance with the Program Call Text, the Award Letter, and the Letter of Commitment, and to notify TÜBİTAK-BİDEB in writing without delay of any circumstance that may affect the Fellow’s eligibility, research status, continuation of research, place of study, field of study, or presence in Türkiye. Where any overpayment, undue payment, or related financial loss occurs due to the Academic Advisor(s)’ failure to comply with such notification and reporting obligations, the relevant amount may be recovered from the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye pursuant to the relevant legislation and the provisions of this undertaking.
•    The suspension, revocation, and cancellation of the Fellowship shall be carried out in accordance with the Rules and Procedures with regard to the running of the Department of Science Fellowships and Grant Programmes under the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye. Fellowship support shall be revoked through termination of the stipend. In the event of cancellation, all disbursed amounts shall be recovered with statutory interest in accordance with the undertaking.

Progress and Final Reports
•    In relation to their research, the Fellows should upload progress and final reports to the online monitoring system on the dates specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. It is sufficient to upload the reports to the online monitoring system; they do not need to be delivered to TÜBA or TÜBİTAK-BİDEB by post. 
•    A progress report is not requested from the Fellows whose support periods are less than 10 months, and it is sufficient for them to upload their final reports to the online monitoring system on the dates specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB.
•    Fellows whose support period is determined as 10 months or more are required to upload progress report(s) every 6 months following the start date of their research and a final report within 2 months of the end date of their research.
•    Progress reports can be uploaded to the online monitoring system no more than 10 days after the submission dates specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. In case of any delay in the submission of progress reports, the Fellowship payments will not be paid, and the Fellow will be given an additional period of 2 months. The Fellowship payments of the Fellows who submit their progress reports within the given time period will continue where they left off. The support given to the Fellows who do not submit their delayed progress reports to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB within the extended 2 months, without relying on health condition or force majeure, which means, under the terms of this Call Text, natural disaster, war (whether declared or not), invasion, revolution, insurrection, or other acts of a similar nature or force, which are beyond the control of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, may be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    If the final report is not uploaded to the online monitoring system within 2 months following the research end date, the Fellow can request additional time with a reasoned and signed petition. If the request is considered appropriate by the GYK, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency, additional time may be given for the completion of the report. The Fellowship support of the Fellow who does not submit their final reports to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB within the additional time given can be revoked or cancelled by the GYK decision and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    Progress and final reports are evaluated by scientific experts to be assigned by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. Reports that are not sufficient as a result of the evaluation are requested to be revised within 2 months. The support of the Fellow who does not send the necessary revisions within the given time period or whose revised reports are not accepted can be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK, and with the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency.
•    TÜBA and TÜBİTAK support must be stated in the publications within the scope of the programme, and if available, the publication should be uploaded to the online monitoring system in addition to the progress and final reports.
•    Without prejudice to the internal regulations of the university, research institution, publisher or other entities where the relevant publication is published or disseminated, and to the applicable national or international legislation that may restrict or prohibit the use of logos in certain publication types such as theses and articles, it is mandatory to indicate the TÜBA and the TÜBİTAK logos in all kinds of research-related announcements and publications. The TÜBA and TÜBİTAK logos must be used in accordance with the forms and standards given on the TÜBA website and the TÜBİTAK website.

Change of Host Institution, Host Advisor or Research Title

• In case of a request to change the host institution, the Fellow should apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB, submitting the following documents:
  • Request Form to Change of Host Institution/Academic Advisor(s). The Fellow, the current, and the new Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must sign the relevant sections of the form.
  • The Acceptance Letter from the highest authority of the new host institution in which the research will be conducted.
  • Renewed Letter of Commitment.

If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval. 

• In case of a request to change the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, the Fellow should apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB, submitting the following documents:
  • Request Form to Change of Host Institution/Academic Advisor(s). The Fellow, the current, and the new Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must sign the relevant sections of the form.
  • The Acceptance Letter, including the name of the new Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, from the highest authority of the host institution in which the research is conducted.
  • Renewed Letter of Commitment.

If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval.

• In case the Fellow requests to make changes to the research title without making any change on the research, which it is entitled to support, the Fellow must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB along with the Request Form to Change of Research Title signed by the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye. If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval.

Fellowship Extension, Suspension and Early Cessation

• It is essential for the Fellows to complete his/her research successfully within the Fellowship period assigned by TÜBA and TÜBİTAK-BİDEB. If Fellows, who are supported for less than the maximum support period, wish to extend their Fellowship, they should deliver the following documents to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB 2 months before the end date of the Fellowship period:
  • Request Form for Fellowship Extension. This form also includes a summary of the research carried out by the Fellow during the period of support, as well as a reasoned request for the extension of the period, signed by the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye.
  • A detailed research report on the studies that will be carried out within the requested period. This report should be prepared in the “Progress Report” format in the “Application Forms” available on the official programme website.
  • If the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the change can proceed with the Presidency's approval. The extended period cannot exceed fifty percent of the initially awarded support period of the Fellowship.
• In the event of a situation requiring the suspension of Fellowship based on health condition or force majeure, which means, under the terms of this Call Text, natural disaster, war (whether declared or not), invasion, revolution, insurrection, or other acts of a similar nature or force, which are beyond the control of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye, the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a justification within 20 days from the date of the incident. Fellowship support can be suspended if GYK deems appropriate, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency. The suspension period may be up to 12 months during the support period, and no payment will be made to the Fellow during this period. Upon request of the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye regarding the resumption of discontinued support, if the GYK decision confirms the request and the TÜBA Presidency provides the appropriate opinion, the Fellowship support will recommence, and the suspension period will be added to the Fellowship period with the Presidency's approval.
  • In the event that no request is submitted by the Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye for the resumption of support within the suspension time, the support of the Fellow can be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK and with the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency. 
• If the Fellow wants to leave the programme earlier than the end date of the Fellowship without completing the research, the Fellow and Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a signed petition at least 15 days before the departure date. In the case of abandonment of the Fellowship without successful completion of the programme, the following conditions will apply:
  • The Fellowship stipend will no longer be paid from the date of abandonment. Any stipend paid for the period after abandonment must be refunded.
  • The final report that is prepared for research results and outputs obtained until the date the research was stopped must be uploaded to the online monitoring system within 2 months following the date of abandonment.
  • The Fellowship support will be revoked or cancelled by the decision of the GYK and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency based on the evaluation result of the final report, which is the result of the monitoring evaluation conducted by scientific experts.
• If the Fellow completes the research earlier than the end date of the Fellowship, the Fellow and Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must apply to TÜBİTAK-BİDEB with a signed petition at least 15 days before the departure date. In case of early completion of the research, the following conditions will apply:
  • The monthly Fellowship payments will not be paid from the date of completion. If a payment was already made, the Fellow must refund it.
  • The submission deadline for the final report is updated based on the early completion date, and the report must be uploaded to the online monitoring system within two (2) months following the early completion date.
  • The Fellowship support will be terminated or revoked by the decision of the GYK and the approval of the Presidency, provided the appropriate opinion of the TÜBA Presidency based on the evaluation result of the final report, which is the result of the monitoring evaluation conducted by scientific experts.

Ethical Rules

• The Fellow and the Academic Advisor(s) in Türkiye must comply with universal scientific research and scientific publishing rules during the conduct of the research. Where necessary, it is obligatory to obtain the Ethics Committee Approval document and the legal permission(s) from the relevant institutions for the research to be done.
• The Fellow accepts, declares, and undertakes that, regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools during and after the preparation and submission process of the project proposal and all project-specific information, the Fellow has acted and will act in full and complete compliance with all principles, rules, and obligations set forth in the “Guide on the Responsible and Trustworthy Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Support Processes”, and that all information provided and to be provided regarding the use of generative AI in this process is accurate, complete, and truthful; that otherwise, the Fellow accepts all legal and administrative consequences that may arise from violations in this regard, and that the Fellow accepts in advance the audits, examinations, and sanctions to be carried out by the relevant authorities.
• The Academic Advisor(s) of the Fellow in Türkiye accept(s), declare(s), and undertake(s) that, regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools during and after the preparation and submission process of the project proposal and all project-specific information, the Academic Advisor(s) has (have) acted and will act in full and complete compliance with all principles, rules, and obligations set forth in the “Guide on the Responsible and Trustworthy Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Support Processes”, and that all information provided and to be provided regarding the use of generative AI in this process is accurate, complete, and truthful; that otherwise, the Academic Advisor(s) accepts all legal and administrative consequences that may arise from violations in this regard, and that accepts in advance the audits, examinations, and sanctions to be carried out by the relevant authorities.

• In case of a violation of the above-mentioned rules, legal actions shall be carried out in accordance with the provisions of TÜBİTAK Directive in the Research and Publication Ethics Committee (AYEK). 

  
  Other Provisions

• TÜBİTAK-BİDEB will be responsible for a monthly allowance to cover accommodation/living expenses and medical facilities for minor ailments as available in Türkiye at amounts to be specified by TÜBİTAK-BİDEB.
• Fellowship payments are paid within the first 10 days of the following month to TRY bank accounts in the names of Fellows based on the information given by the Fellow.
• TÜBA covers the researchers’ arrival and departure costs from Türkiye at the beginning of the Fellowship and on completion of the Fellowship. Researchers who are eligible for support under this programme should contact TÜBA for ticketing procedures.
• TÜBA will also cover annual payment to Academic Advisor in Türkiye and Host Institution Contribution for Laboratory Infrastructure Use in accordance with the applicable provisions of the TÜBA regulations and related financial procedures.
• The host institution in Türkiye, where the research will be conducted and where the assigned academic advisor is based, will provide accommodation free of charge.
• There is no retroactive payment to the Fellows who choose to arrive to Türkiye by their own means before the date on the acceptance letter.
• Candidates are required to obtain, at their own expense, comprehensive medical insurance covering the entire period of their stay, including medical treatment, emergencies, and other unforeseen circumstances, prior to travelling to Türkiye.
   

TÜBİTAK tarafından Türkiye’deki yürütücülüğü yapılan Avrupa Moleküler Biyoloji Organizasyonu (European Molecular Biology Organisation – EMBO), yaşam bilimleri alanında çalışan bilim insanlarına yönelik çeşitli burs ve destek programları yürütmektedir. Türkiye’nin de üyesi olduğu Avrupa Moleküler Biyoloji Konferansı (European Molecular Biology Conference – EMBC) üye ve işbirliği ortağı ülkeler tarafından finanse edilen bu programlar araştırmacılara hibe, dolaşım ve bilimsel ağ oluşturma desteği sağlamaktadır.

Çalıştay Düzenleme Destekleri (Workshops) ile yaşam bilimleri alanında güncel bilimsel bilgilerin paylaşılmasını teşvik eden çalıştayların, Kurs Düzenleme Destekleri (Practical Courses) ile deneysel teknikler konusunda eğitim veren ve yeni metodolojilerin öğretilmesini amaçlayan kursların ve EMBO-FEBS Konferans Düzenleme Destekleri (EMBO-FEBS Lecture Courses) ile biyokimya ve moleküler biyoloji alanlarında konferansların düzenlenmesi desteklenmektedir.

Çalıştay Düzenleme Destekleri:

Başvuru Koşulları:

• Çalıştayları EMBC üye veya iş birliği ortağı olan ülkelerde düzenlemek;

• Yaşam bilimleri alanında EMBO çalışma alanlarına uygun bir çalıştay düzenlemek;

• Başvuru sırasında çoğunlukla teyit edilmiş konuşmacıların listesini sunmak gereklidir.

Başvuru koşullarına ilişkin detaylı bilgiye buradan ulaşabilirsiniz.

Destek Kapsamı:

• Çalıştay başına en fazla 42.500 avroya kadar hibe sağlanır.

• Çalıştaylar yüz yüze, hibrit veya çevrimiçi formatlarda düzenlenebilir. Hibrit düzenlenmek istenen çalıştaylar için ek fon seçeneği (en fazla 5.000 avro) sunulur.

• Organizatörlere çalıştay için özel web sitesi yaratma, poster oluşturarak tanıtıma yardımcı olma ve konuşmacılar için fon sağlama konularında destek olunur.

Destek kapsamına ilişkin detaylı bilgiye buradan ulaşabilirsiniz.

Başvuru ve Değerlendirme:

• Başvurular başvuru sistemi üzerinden doğrudan EMBO’ya yapılmaktadır.

• Başvurular yılda iki defa 1 Mart ve 1 Temmuz tarihlerine kadar alınmaktadır.

Çalıştay Düzenleme Destekleri ile ilgili detaylı bilgiye buradan ve başvuru kılavuzuna buradan ulaşabilirsiniz.

Kurs Düzenleme Destekleri:

Başvuru Koşulları:

• Kursları EMBC üye veya iş birliği ortağı olan ülkelerde düzenlemek;

• Yaşam bilimleri alanında EMBO çalışma alanlarına uygun bir kurs düzenlemek;

• Başvuru sırasında çoğunlukla teyit edilmiş eğitmenlerin listesini sunmak gereklidir.

Başvuru koşullarına ilişkin detaylı bilgiye buradan ulaşabilirsiniz.

Destek Kapsamı:

• Kurs başına en fazla 42.500 avroya kadar hibe sağlanır.

• Kurslar yüz yüze formatta düzenlenebilir. Hibrit düzenlenmek istenen kurslar için ön onay alınması gerekmektedir. Onaylanan hibrit kurslar için ek fon seçeneği (en fazla 5.000 avro) sunulur.

• Organizatörlere kurs için özel web sitesi yaratma ve poster oluşturarak tanıtıma yardımcı olma konularında destek olunur.

Destek kapsamına ilişkin detaylı bilgiye buradan ulaşabilirsiniz.

Başvuru ve Değerlendirme:

• Başvurular başvuru sistemi üzerinden doğrudan EMBO’ya yapılmaktadır.

• Başvurular yılda iki defa 1 Mart ve 1 Temmuz tarihlerine kadar alınmaktadır.

Kurs Düzenleme Destekleri ile ilgili detaylı bilgiye buradan ve başvuru kılavuzuna buradan ulaşabilirsiniz.

EMBO-FEBS Konferans Düzenleme Destekleri:

Başvuru Koşulları:

• Konferansları EMBC üye ülkelerde veya FEBS kurucu topluluğunun bulunduğu ülkelerde düzenlemek;

• Biyokimya, moleküler biyoloji ve ilgili alanlarda odak noktası eğitim ve kariyer gelişimi olan bir konferans düzenlemek;

• Konferans programının giriş dersleri ve ardından güncel bilimsel konuşmalar içerecek şekilde olmasını sağlamak ve katılımcılar ile konuşmacıların etkileşimini sağlamak amacıyla poster sunumları, sözlü sunumlar, yuvarlak masa tartışmaları ve eğitimler içeren bir program tasarlamak gereklidir.

Başvuru koşullarına ilişkin detaylı bilgiye buradan ulaşabilirsiniz.

Destek Kapsamı:

• Konferans başına en fazla 30.000 avroya kadar hibe sağlanır.

• Organizatörlere konferans için özel web sitesi yaratma, poster oluşturarak tanıtıma yardımcı olma ve konuşmacıların ve katılımcıların konferansa katılımı için fon sağlama konularında destek olunur.

Destek kapsamına ilişkin detaylı bilgiye buradan ulaşabilirsiniz.

Başvuru ve Değerlendirme:

• Başvurular başvuru sistemi üzerinden doğrudan FEBS’e yapılmaktadır.

• Başvurular her yıl 1 Mart tarihine kadar alınmaktadır.

EMBO-FEBS Konferans Düzenleme Destekleri ile ilgili detaylı bilgiye buradan ulaşabilirsiniz.

Ek Bilgi ve İletişim:

• EMBO burs ve destekleri ile ilgili detaylı bilgiye EMBO resmi program sayfasından ya da kurumumuz EMBO program sayfasından ulaşabilirsiniz.

• EMBO burs ve destek programlarını tanıtmak ve bu programlara başarılı başvuruları teşvik etmek amacıyla 16 ve 17 Ekim 2025 tarihlerinde düzenlenen EMBO Ulusal Eğitim Günleri etkinliğine ilişkin video kayıtlarına buradan ve buradan ulaşabilirsiniz.

• EMBO burs ve destekleri hakkında yapılacak duyurulardan haberdar olmak isterseniz buradan elektronik bültene abone olabilirsiniz.

• EMBO Çalıştay, Kurs ve Konferans Düzenleme Destekleri ile ilgili sorularınızı courses_workshops@embo.org veya embo@tubitak.gov.tr e-posta adreslerine gönderebilirsiniz.

The TÜBİTAK 1812–Investment-Based Entrepreneurship Support Programme (BiGG) supports entrepreneurs in transforming their technology- and innovation-oriented business ideas into high value-added ventures with strong potential for qualified employment creation. The programme provides support covering the entire process from idea stage to market entry. Applications for the Pre-Seed Investment phase of the three-stage programme have now commenced.

Within the scope of the 1812–TÜBİTAK Investment-Based Entrepreneurship Support Programme 2026-1 Pre-Seed Investment Call, entrepreneurs who are awarded the Seal of Excellence will receive an investment of 1,350,000 TL from the TÜBİTAK BiGG Fund in exchange for 3% equity stake. During the monitoring process, companies may request follow-on investment of up to 1,350,000 TL.

Business plans that secure co-investment will be eligible to benefit from the fast-track evaluation process. In this context, Implementing Organizations —or legal entities acting on their behalf in accordance with contractual arrangements— may provide co-investment to startups together with the TÜBİTAK BiGG Fund under the 1812 Programme framework.

Additionally, under the Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP), implemented in cooperation with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the top three highest-scoring startups operating in the field of clean technologies and awarded the Seal of Excellence may receive a total investment of 2,250,000 TL in exchange for 5% equity.

Stage 1 activities are carried out by Implementing Organizations through the PRODİS system. Entrepreneurs who successfully complete the acceleration programmes will be eligible to submit their business plans to TÜBİTAK.

Call Timeline:

Acceleration programme activities: 2 March 2026–31 July 31 2028*

Submission of Stage 2 applications to TÜBİTAK: 15 June 2026–3 July 2026

Deadline for Implementing Organizations to submit entrepreneurs’ documents to TÜBİTAK: 10 July 2026

Stage 2 evaluations (Panel evaluation and obtaining TÜBİTAK BiGG Fund opinions): 13 July 2026–28 August 2026

Announcement of supported entrepreneurs: 1 September 2026–4 September 2026

Deadline for company establishment and contract signing: 30 September 2026

Support start date: 1 October 2026

* Acceleration programmes of Implementing Organizations will continue until 31 July 2028. However, applications for this specific investment call coded 1812-2026-1 will close on 3 July 2026. For planning subsequent application periods, please refer to the “2026–2028 Pre-Seed Investment Plan” document.

Detailed information about the call is available in the Call Documents provided below.

Kimya –Ana Kimyasallar
Metal ve Madencilik-Demir Dışı Metaller
Tekstil- Hazır giyim, Konfeksiyon ve Teknik Tekstil

Kimya –Ana Kimyasallar

1511-KMY-ANAK-2016-1-Ana Kimyasal-Etken Madde Üretimi (Bu çağrı kapanmıştır)
Çeşitli sektörlere hizmet edecek etken madde üretim teknolojilerinin geliştirilmesi
Projeler aşağıdaki ve benzeri konulara odaklanacaktır:

A. Sentetik kauçuk ve ikincil (geri dönüştürülmüş) kauçuğun enerji verimliliği sağlayacak biçimde geliştirilmesi
B. Çevre ve insan sağlığının önemi nedeni ile, proseslerde metilen klorür gibi halojenli solventlerin, green solventler ile yer değiştirmesi ve proseslerin bu yönde iyileştirilmesi
C. DMAc, DMF gibi solventlerin yerine DMSO kullanılması,  benzer özellikte 141-B şişirici gazlarının yerine yeni nesil şişirici gazların kullanılmasına yönelik kimyasalların ve teknolojilerin geliştirilmesi
D. Organik içerikli yüzeyaktifler, tarım ilaçları ve biyoplastiklerin ülkemizde geliştirilmesi
E. Petrol kökenli kimyasal hammaddeler yerine doğal kaynaklardan üretilen, biyolojik olarak bozunabilen, çevreye uyumlu hammaddelerin geliştirilmesi
F. Yenilikçi yüzey aktif kimyasal maddelerinin geliştirilmesi
f1. Yerli biyokütle kaynaklarından (zeytinyağı,ayçiçek yağı ve benzeri) yüzey aktif kimyasal maddelerinin geliştirilmesi
f2. EO/PO bazlı yüzey aktif kimyasal maddelerinin geliştirilmesi
G. DOP, DOS yerine alternatif plastifiyan/yağların bulunması, aromatik yağ özelliklerinin REACH gereksinimlerini sağlarken ürünlerdeki performans kriterlerinin de sağlanması, DOTG/TMTD gibi akselatörlere ve resorsinol gibi reçinelere alternatif kimyasalların geliştirilmesi

Metal ve Madencilik-Demir Dışı Metaller

1511-MMD-METL-2016-1-Düşük Tenörlü Cevher (Bu çağrı kapanmıştır)
Düşük tenörlü cevherden üretim yapmaya dönük teknolojilerin geliştirilmesi

Projeler aşağıdaki ve benzeri ürünlere/özelliklere odaklanacaktır:
A. Ülkemizin Sahip Olduğu Düşük Tenörlü Krom ve Manganez Cevherlerinin Zenginleştirilerek, Düşük Karbonlu Ferro Krom, Ferritik Paslanmaz Çelik, Ferro Mangan (Fe-Mn) ve Ferro Siliko Mangan (Fe-Si-Mn) üretim teknolojilerinin geliştirilmesi
a1.  100 mikron altı cevherlerin zenginleştirilmesi
a2.  %20’nin altında Cr2O3 içeren kromit cevherlerinin ucuz ve etkili zenginleştirme metotları kullanarak %40’ın üzerinde Cr2O3 içeren konsantre kromitlerin geliştirilmesi
a3.  Ülkemiz krom cevherleri ortaya konarak; rafinasyon, L kalite Fe-Cr ve metalik Krom ve Krom Karbür geliştirilmesi
a4.  Ülkemizin manganez rezerv potansiyeli ortaya konularak, düşük tenörlü manganez cevherlerinin zenginleştirilmesi ve ferro alyaj üretiminde kullanılabilirliğine yönelik Ar-Ge çalışmaları
B. Ülkemizin sahip olduğu ve aşağıda belirtilen düşük tenörlü demir cevherlerinin zenginleştirilerek sünger demir, pik demir ve benzeri girdilerin üretiminde kullanılmasına yönelik Ar-Ge çalışmaları
b1. Apatitli, yüksek alüminalı, yüksek kükürtlü demir cevherleri
b2. Hematit, limonit ve siderit gibi manyetik özelliği olmayan demir cevherleri

Tekstil- Hazır giyim, Konfeksiyon ve Teknik Tekstil

1511-TKS-TKNK-2015-2-Hazır giyim, konfeksiyon ve teknik tekstil-Teknik Tekstil Araştırmaları ve Makineleri (Bu çağrı kapanmıştır)
Teknik ve akıllı tekstil teknolojilerinin geliştirilmesi

A.Taşımacılık sektörüne yönelik tekstillerin geliştirilmesi (uçak gövdelerinde kullanılan tekstil elyafları, emniyet kemeri, hava yastığı, otomobil koltuğu, gemi halatları, yelken bezleri vb.)
a1. Otomotiv tekstillerinde termal konforun %50 arttırılması, bio temelli kumaşların (bio sünger ve iplik) yaygınlaştırılması, %40 ucuz olacak şekilde üretilmesi ve aşınma ve ışık haslığı performanslarının %50 arttırılması
a2. Yelken bezi olarak, 6oz-9oz ağırlığında, yüksek mukavemetli ipliklerden mamul, hava geçirgenliği sıfır olan, su geçirmezliği 1500mmsu sütunu değerlerinde olan yelken bezlerinin uygun dokuma ve bitim işlemleri yatırımları ile geliştirilmesi
a3. Köprü ve viyadüklerin donmasını geciktirmeye yönelik yüksek mukavemet değerine sahip geosentetik ürünlerin geliştirilmesi
B. Koruyucu tekstillerin geliştirilmesi (zararlı çevresel faktörlere karşı koruyucu özelliklere sahip tekstillerin geliştirilmesi, insanı terletmeyen kumaşlar, itfaiye elbiseleri, askeri elbiseler vb.)
b1. Afet çadırlarında kullanıma yönelik, alev almazlık özelliği Alman B1 standartlarına uygun, ağırlığı 250-300g/m2 olarak %50 düşürülmüş, 1500-2000mmsu sütunu değerinde su geçirmezlik sağlayan, aynı zamanda nefes alma özelliği ile %50 oranında hava geçirgenliği sağlayarak rutubet ve küf oluşumunu engelleyecek özelliklerde kaplamalı kumaşların geliştirilmesi
b2. Koruyucu tekstillerin 100 - 130C sıcaklığa ve 80-90C yıkama sıcaklığına dayanacak şekilde geliştirilmesi
b3. Tekstil sektörüne yönelik 280-290 C aralığında sıcaklıklara dayanıklı faz değiştiren malzeme ilavesi ile ısıl konfor özelliği geliştirilmiş termal konforlu akıllı tekstil ürünlerinin geliştirilmesi

C. İnşaat sektörüne yönelik tekstillerin geliştirilmesi (ses ve ısı yalıtımı, deprem dayanıklılığı özellikli ürünler vb.)
c1. İnşaat sektörüne yönelik olarak farklı lif yapıları ve kumaş konstrüksiyonları geliştirerek, 1000-5000Hz frekans aralığında %40-60 ses yalıtımı sağlayarak gürültü önleyici, farklı lif yapıları ve kumaş kaplama teknikleri ile %20-30 ısı tasarrufu ve 2000 watt ışımada ışık geçirmezlik sağlayacak perde ve duvar kaplama kumaşlarının üretilmesi
c2. İnşaat sektöründe kullanılmak üzere ısı ve ses yalıtım değeri EPS ve XPS köpüklere göre minimum %30 iyileştirilmiş teknik tekstil ürünü geliştirilmesi
D. Endüstriyel tekstillerin geliştirilmesi (konveyör bantları, filtreler, yüksek basınca dayanıklı hortumlar, contalar vb.)
d1. Endüstriyel tekstillerin geliştirilmesine yönelik 7,00 - 8,5 cN/dtex aralığında kopma mukavemeti ile %18-25 aralığında kopma uzamasına sahip yüksek dayanımlı Polyester ipliği üretimi ile teknik tekstil ürünlerinin geliştirilmesi
E. Jeotekstillerin geliştirilmesi (asfalt stabilizasyon malzemeleri vb.)
F. Medikal tekstil ürünlerinin geliştirilmesi
f1. Ameliyatlarda kullanılan çok kullanımlık tekstil ürünlerinin, sıvı geçirgenliğinin asgari seviyeye hava geçirgenliğinin azami seviyeye yükseltilmesi, 80 derece sıcaklıkta yıkamaya ve 134 derecede steril edilmeye dayanıklı olan aynı zamanda anti statik yapıda pamuklu kumaşların geliştirilmesi
f2. İpekten ameliyat ipliği elde edilmesi gibi, doğal elyaf ürünlerden medikal tekstil ürünleri elde etme yöntemlerinin geliştirilmesi
f3. Yatak ve/veya medikal yatak sektörüne yönelik anti statik, uyku kalitesini ve kan dolaşımını destekleyen teknik tekstil ürünlerinin geliştirilmesi
G. Yenilikçi tekstil dokuma makinalarının yerli olarak geliştirilmesi
g1. Hızlı üretim yapabilen, bilgisayar kontrollü mekiksiz dokuma makinaları

Joint research projects on following thematic areas will be supported within the scope of the TÜBİTAK 1071 Program and Cooperation Protocol between TÜBİTAK and the National Agency for Research and Development (NARD) of Moldova.

-Natural Sciences

-Engineering and Technology

-Medicinal and Health Sciences

-Agricultural Sciences

-Social Sciences and Humanities

Scientists in Türkiye who wish to propose a joint research project must agree as project partners with the Moldovan scientists with whom they will carry out the project. Unilateral project applications are not accepted.

The call will be open between the dates 3 June-19 August 2024 and project applications to TÜBİTAK should be made through the electronic application system (http://uidb-pbs.tubitak.gov.tr/). 

Detailed information about the call can be found in the call text.

The Science Fairs Festival Call has been published with the aim of presenting the projects supported under the 4006-TÜBİTAK Science Fairs Support Program to wider audiences through festivals to be organized at provincial or district levels.

Through this call, it is aimed to present projects exhibited in schools to all segments of society and to promote the dissemination of scientific awareness. Additionally, the call seeks to increase scientific curiosity and create an environment that enables knowledge exchange among schools that have organized science fairs within the same province/district.

Only provincial or district directorates of national education can apply for this call. 

Applications must be submitted until 17 April 2026, 17.30 (UTC +3) via the Science Fairs Support Programme Application System.

For detailed information, please click here.

For questions regarding the application process and the call, you may contact bt4006@tubitak.gov.tr via e-mail.

2209-B Industry Oriented Research Project Support Programme for University Students aims to encourage associate/undergraduate students studying at universities to conduct research and participate in the research ecosystem through industry-oriented projects. Within the scope of the program, students will be guided by an academic advisor from universities and an industrial advisor working in R&D/design centres, technoparks or established companies within industrial organizations operating within the scope of the Organized Industrial Zones Law No. 4562. Any interested students will be able to apply to the program through TÜBİTAK Management Information System (TYBS) (tybs.tubitak.gov.tr) with their industry-oriented research projects until 01 November 2024 at 17.30 (UTC+3)

You can visit our programme website for detailed information.

In the scope of the TÜBİTAK 1071 Programme, in line with the cooperation between TÜBİTAK and the The Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovations of the Republic of Uzbekistan – MHESI Uzbekistan), joint research and development (R&D) projects to be conducted between Turkish and Uzbek scientists will be supported. 

The thematic areas covered by the call are as follows: 

• Energy (Renewable Energy, Technologies for Energy Efficiency in Industry and Manufacturing);

• Agriculture and Food (Green and Sustainable);

• Advanced Materials (Metals and Alloys);

• Environment (Climate Change, Environment and Biodiversity; Purification Technologies);

• Social Sciences (Clean and Circular Economy).

Project applications to TÜBİTAK must be made through the electronic application system.

Application Deadline: 14 March 2025

E-Signature Deadline: 28 March 2025

The Call Text regarding the TÜBİTAK-MHESI Uzbekistan Joint Project Call is below.

The Fourth Calls in 2024 for 2223-B Grant Program for Organizing Scientific Meeting within the Country, 2223-C Grant Program for Organizing Multiparticipant International Scientific Meeting and 2223-D Grant Program for Organizing Scientific Meeting within the Framework of Bilateral Cooperation Agreement run by TÜBİTAK Science Fellowships and Grant Programmes Directorate (BİDEB) is now open. Applications will be received through the TÜBİTAK BİDEB Application and Monitoring System until 25 October 2024 at 17:30 (UTC+3)

Click here for call text and details about 2223-B Grant Program for Organizing Scientific Meeting within the Country.

Click here for call text and details about 2223-C Grant Program for Organizing Multiparticipant International Scientific Meeting.

Click here for call text and details about 2223-D Grant Program for Organizing Scientific Meeting within the Framework of Bilateral Cooperation Agreement.

In Phase 1 of the Program, business idea applications are submitted to the Implementing Organizations designated under the 1601 Program call. The organizations selected to carry out Phase 1 activities will launch their own calls for acceleration programs via the Project Evaluation and Monitoring System (PRODİS) available at http://eteydeb.tubitak.gov.tr. Entrepreneurs will be able to apply to these acceleration programs through PRODİS.

Entrepreneurs who successfully complete the acceleration programs and become eligible to apply for Phase 2 may submit their business plans to TÜBİTAK via PRODİS. The business plan prepared by the entrepreneur under Phase 2 must be approved by the implementing organization in terms of format and content before being submitted to TÜBİTAK.

It may be beneficial to prepare draft versions of the Phase 2 and Phase 3 business plan application documents in advance of submission.

AGY112 Business Plan (To be used as a preliminary information form during the call process and for draft work before the online application.)

Within the scope of the TÜBİTAK 1071 Program and under the cooperation protocol between TÜBİTAK and the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) joint research projects on “Energy” and “Information and Communication Technologies” to be carried out between the scientists of the two countries will be supported. Call sub-thematic areas are stated in the call text. 

Scientists in Türkiye who wish to propose a joint research project must agree with the scientists working in China as project partners. Unilateral project applications will not be accepted.

Within the scope of the call, which will remain open until 23:59 (UTC+3) on 20th of June 2025, project applications to TÜBİTAK must be made through the electronic application system. 

Detailed information about the call can be accessed through the call text below.

2237-A Grant Program for Scientific Training and 2237-B Grant Program for Project Training run by TÜBİTAK Science Fellowships and Grant Programmes Directorate (BİDEB) - 2025/2 calls are open for application. Applications will be received through the TÜBİTAK BİDEB Application and Monitoring System until 8 August 2025 at 17:30 (UTC+3)

Click here for call text and details about 2237-A Grant Program for Scientific Training

Click here for call text and details about 2237-B Grant Program for Project Training

Third Calls in 2024 for 2237-A - Grant Programme for Scientific Training and 2237-B - Grant Programme for Project Training run by TÜBİTAK Science Fellowships and Grant Programmes Directorate (BİDEB) is now open. Applications will be received through the TÜBİTAK BİDEB Application and Monitoring System until 18 October 2024 at 17:30(UTC+3).

Click here for call text and details about 2237-A - Grant Program for Scientific Training

Click here for call text and details about 2237-B - Grant Program for Project Training