The program is open to both U.S. citizens and foreign citizens. Students with U.S. citizenship may take the fellowship abroad. Non-U.S. citizens must study in the United States. Copies of Program Announcement or Application available from the address below. 80 Fellowships will be awarded for full-time study toward a Ph.D. or Sc.D. degree.
Awards are for three years, with extension possible for two additional years of full support.
Application deadline is November 12, 1997. Students currently working towards a Ph.D. in science or engineering, including biomedical and agricultural sciences, or if degree has been completed in the last three years. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and registered in a university in the U.S. or in a U.S. National Laboratory. Candidates must be accepted by a French laboratory. Health insurance and a round trip ticket are also provided.