Applications are invited for the India Science Book Fellowship 24-25. This opportunity is open to all science graduates. The last date of application is November 15, 2024.
About Fast India
Fast India believes that to be a global leader, India needs to be at the forefront of research: the creation of new science and technology knowledge and its translation to economic and social goods. This would ensure sustained economic growth that is not primarily and overly dependent on the service sector. We believe that this is the right time for India to revive its science and technology agenda.
The Foundation for Advancing Science and Technology (FAST India) is a non-profit institution of excellence dedicated to building capacity and advancing policy solutions that foster scientific enquiry and research, as well as facilitate the creation, dissemination, and translation of new scientific knowledge. The foundation will work with a variety of stakeholders to develop and strengthen the science ecosystem in India in order to advance scientific research and its translation into economic value and social good.
FAST India will have five key verticals – policy and research, government support, institutional strengthening, corporate sector engagement, and science communication.
About India Science Book Fellowship 24-25
Popular science books enhance public understanding and appreciation of science by conveying complex scientific concepts in more straightforward, more engaging ways. We are keen to see more public science books in the limelight!
Foundation for Advancing Science and Technology (FAST India) is pleased to launch the second edition of the India Science Book Fellowship, which is open to scientists, science writers, communicators, and anyone interested in writing a popular science book in nonfiction!
FAST India is pleased to have Cactus join our mission to promote science books in India as a partner and a funder for one of the shortlisted fellows.
Here are some themes you could consider
- Personal accounts of journeys in scientific research and their impact on the field and society.
- Demystifying the latest scientific inventions and discoveries.
- Stories about the impact of science and technology on society.
- Exciting stories of Indian scientists and their contributions.
- The history of science in India.
- The intersection of science, culture, economics, and society.
Eligibility Criteria
- Anyone in India interested in writing a book based on science and technology can apply for the fellowship.
- Applicants can apply as individuals or as a team. However, the Lead applicant should be based in India and will be responsible for administering the fellowship to their collaborators.
Fellowship Features
- Financial grant of Rs 10 Lakhs: Payable in four instalments over one year.
- Feedback & Support: Feedback from world-class experts, including publishers, science authors, bestselling authors, and focus groups consisting of individuals from the book’s target audience.
- Support in publishing: Support publishing the manuscript by a publishing house.
- Network and promotion: Opportunity to participate in book launch events as part of promotions to improve their visibility.
Timelines
| Sign up form opens | 7th October 2024 |
| Application form for Book Abstracts open | 15th October 2024 |
| Application form for Book Abstracts close | 15th November 2024 |
| Internal Shortlisting | 16th November to 30th November 2024 |
| Shortlisted candidates contacted by FAST India | 6th December 2024 |
| Deadline for shortlisted candidates to send detailed proposals | 31st January 2025 |
| Internal review + Review and interviews by Fellowship Jury | 1st February – 28th February 2025 |
| Announcement of Fellows | 1st week March 2025 |
Application Process
- Interested applicants are requested to sign up here for regular updates about the India Science Book Fellowship.
- Meanwhile, please go through the Frequently Asked Questions and Terms & Conditions for the India Science Book Fellowship.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates can directly apply through the link given at the end of the post.
Deadline
The last date for the application is November 15, 2024.
Terms and Conditions
- All interested applicants are required to go through the India Science Book Fellowship – Terms and Conditions.
- Selected Fellows understand and agree that they will enter into a formal contract with FAST India and its assigned parties detailing the terms and conditions for the India Science Book Fellowship.
- By applying for the India Science Book Fellowship (by FAST India), all Candidates agree to comply with the Terms and Conditions set out herein unconditionally.
- Failure to comply with these Terms and Conditions shall lead to immediate disqualification of the Candidates.
