Thinking about applying for the 2026 IIASA Young Scientists Summer Program (YSSP)? Want to learn more about the program and how to prepare a strong application? Join our two-hour YSSP Masterclass for the Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Member Organization (SSARMO). It will offer participants comprehensive information about the 2026 YSSP program, including application procedures, practical guidance for developing competitive research proposals, opportunities to engage with IIASA program representatives through breakout sessions, and insights from SSARMO YSSP alumni.  

2026 YSSP Masterclass for SSARMO © IIASA

What to expect:
- An overview of the YSSP from Dr Brian Fath, YSSP Scientific Coordinator
- Practical guidance on developing a competitive research proposal
- An opportunity to meet IIASA program representatives and ask them your questions
- Insights and experiences from YSSP alumni
- An opportunity to speak to SSARMO representatives
- Application portal and next steps

The webinar is open to all interested candidates. 

Please register to receive the Zoom login information: https://iiasa.zoom.us/meeting/register/M0gsy9CqRWW6Mw4alUPDvw

In advance of the Masterclass, CDAT will provide a video recording covering the following topics: 1) an introduction to IIASA and CDAT, and 2) an overview of all IIASA programs. Additionally, guidance document “What Makes YSSP Applications Succeed or Fail: A Guidance” outlining the key elements of a well-structured research proposal will be provided in advance. Participants are encouraged to watch the video and review the guidance document prior to the session, to maximize engagement and contribute to an informed and productive Q&A session.

For more information on applying to the YSSP, please read up here.

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