YESI Fellows Scheme 2026–2027: Environmental Sustainability Research Fellowship | Deadline October 23, 2026
Applications are now open for the York Environmental Sustainability Institute (YESI) Fellows Scheme 2026–2027, an opportunity supporting short-term, high-impact research projects focused on environmental sustainability. The scheme encourages collaboration across disciplines, faculties, institutions and international partners to help develop practical solutions to sustainability challenges.
The fellowship scheme is designed for eligible University of York staff and research collaborators working on projects that can benefit from interdisciplinary or international collaboration. Successful projects are expected to generate impact by bringing together different areas of expertise and accelerating sustainability solutions.
The application deadline is Friday, October 23, 2026, at 12:00 noon.
YESI Fellows Scheme 2026–27 Overview
Led by the York Environmental Sustainability Institute, the YESI Fellows Scheme supports short-term research collaborations that aim to address environmental sustainability challenges.
The scheme focuses on projects that cross traditional disciplinary and faculty boundaries while encouraging meaningful collaboration with external partners. It is intended to support research and knowledge exchange that would not otherwise be possible without the fellowship.
There are three fellowship schemes available for 2026–27: Discipline Hopping Fellows, Knowledge Exchange Fellows and International Fellows.
Discipline Hopping Fellows
The YESI Discipline Hopping Fellows Scheme supports research that crosses disciplinary and faculty boundaries.
The scheme encourages researchers to work with colleagues from different fields and combine different forms of expertise to explore environmental sustainability challenges.
Applicants interested in this option should review the relevant Discipline Hopping call guidelines and complete the required application form. The application form requires access to University of York systems.
Knowledge Exchange Fellows
The YESI Knowledge Exchange Fellows Scheme is designed to strengthen collaboration and knowledge exchange between University of York researchers and external partners.
The scheme supports projects that bring researchers and external organizations together to advance practical environmental sustainability solutions.
Applicants should review the Knowledge Exchange call guidelines and complete the relevant application form, which also requires University of York access.
International Fellows
The YESI International Fellows Scheme supports international research collaborations focused on environmental sustainability.
For this scheme, both applicants must have been awarded their PhD. International collaborators can access the application form PDF for reference, but the completed application must be submitted by the University of York co-applicant.
This makes the scheme particularly useful for University of York researchers seeking to develop international partnerships around sustainability research.
Eligibility Requirements
The YESI Fellows Scheme is open to University of York staff with a PhD, including postdoctoral researchers, lecturers, senior academics and professional services staff involved in research.
Additional eligibility requirements apply depending on the specific fellowship. For the International Fellows scheme, both applicants must hold a PhD.
Importantly, all application forms must be submitted by a University of York applicant.
Researchers who are looking for potential collaborators can use the YESI Community Directory to identify researchers and potential partners whose expertise aligns with their proposed project.
Why Apply for the YESI Fellowship?
The scheme provides an opportunity for researchers to move beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries and develop new collaborations around environmental sustainability.
Participants can work with researchers and external partners with different perspectives and expertise, potentially creating innovative approaches to complex environmental challenges.
The Knowledge Exchange and International Fellows schemes can also help strengthen relationships between University of York researchers and partners outside the institution.
For researchers interested in sustainability, interdisciplinary research and international collaboration, the fellowship can provide a valuable platform for developing projects with real-world relevance.
Application Deadline
Applications for the YESI Fellows Schemes 2026–27 must be submitted by:
Deadline: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: 12:00 noon
Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the relevant call guidelines before submitting their applications. Each fellowship has specific requirements, and applicants should ensure they select the scheme that best matches their proposed collaboration.
How to Apply
Eligible University of York researchers interested in the YESI Fellows Scheme 2026–2027 should select the appropriate fellowship category and review its application guidelines.
The available options are:
- YESI Discipline Hopping Fellows
- YESI Knowledge Exchange Fellows
- YESI International Fellows
Applicants should prepare their proposed project and collaboration according to the requirements of the selected scheme. International collaborators should note that the University of York co-applicant is responsible for submitting the application.
Fellowship: YESI Fellows Scheme 2026–27
Institution: University of York
Location: University of York, UK / International collaboration
Opportunity Type: Short-term research fellowship/collaboration
Focus Areas: Environmental sustainability, interdisciplinary research, knowledge exchange and international collaboration
Eligibility: University of York staff with a PhD; additional requirements apply to International Fellows
Deadline: October 23, 2026, at 12:00 noon
Researchers interested in advancing environmental sustainability through interdisciplinary, external or international collaboration are encouraged to review the fellowship requirements and apply before the October 23 deadline.
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