Applications are now open for the Research Competition for Young Scientists: Water Solutions for young researchers (Research grants of up to USD 3,000 awarded)
Closing Date: 28 June 2026
Applications are now open for the Research Competition for Young Scientists: Water Solutions for young researchers (Research grants of up to USD 3,000 awarded)
Are you a young researcher passionate about solving water challenges?
The Research Competition for Young Scientists: Water Solutions is now open for applications!
Young researchers aged 20–44 from Central Asia and Afghanistan are invited to submit innovative research ideas that contribute to sustainable water management, water security, climate resilience, and regional cooperation. The Blue Peace Central Asia (BPCA) initiative invites young researchers from Central Asia to submit brief research proposals addressing key water-related challenges in the region.
Successful applicants may receive:
💧 Research grants of up to USD 3,000
💧 Support for projects lasting up to 12 months
💧 An opportunity to contribute practical solutions to water challenges across the region
If you have an idea that can make a difference, Blue Peace Central Asia encourages you to apply and be part of the next generation of water leaders and innovators.
Call for Applications: Young Researchers Competition on Water in Central Asia and Afghanistan
Young scientists across Central Asia and Afghanistan are invited to apply for the Blue Peace Central Asia (BPCA) Research Competition, supporting innovative, applied solutions to the region’s most pressing water challenges.
The competition is organized under the Blue Peace Central Asia (BPCA) initiative, funded by the Swiss Agency for Development (SDC) and Cooperation and implemented by the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) in partnership with International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and Central Asia Regional Environmental Centre Central Asia (CAREC). It aims to strengthen regional cooperation and support young researchers in developing practical, policy-relevant solutions for sustainable water management.
Central Asia faces growing pressure on its water resources due to climate change, rising demand, ecosystem degradation, and socio-economic shifts. The competition seeks interdisciplinary research that responds to these challenges with practical and context-oriented approaches.
Selected researchers will receive up to USD 3,000 to conduct applied research projects over a period of up to 12 months. The program also offers opportunities for training, mentoring, and participation in regional events.
Who can apply:
- Citizens of Central Asian countries and Afghanistan
- Aged 20–44
- Young scientists, researchers, Master’s or PhD students
- Individuals or teams (up to 5 members)
Research period: up to 11/12 months (July 2026 – June 2027)
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