2. Egypt–France Cooperation Program (STDF – IFE) – Call 12
The Graduate Studies and Research Sector is pleased to announce the opening of applications for:
Egypt–France Cooperation Program (STDF – IFE), Call 12
Grant Type:
International Cooperation Grants
Proposal Type:
Full Proposal
Call Number:
12
Target Specializations
The program supports researchers in all scientific fields, especially the following:
Science and Engineering Specializations
- Engineering (Electrical – Mechanical – Chemical – Energy and Environment – Architecture)
- Applied Physics and Mathematics
- Chemistry and Life Sciences
- Materials Science
- Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
- Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence
Humanities and Social Sciences Specializations
- Economics
- Business Administration
- Political Science
- Languages and Translation
- Media Studies
Note: Joint research projects between Egyptian and French researchers are allowed, and projects with applied impact are preferred.
Application Deadline:
📅 January 18, 2026
(According to STDF announcement)
Announcement Date: November 17, 2025
Submission Link:
https://stdf.eg/web/grants/open
3. Applied Sciences Research Grants – Call 4
The Graduate Studies and Research Sector is pleased to announce the opening of applications for:
Applied Sciences Research Grants – Call 4
Grant Type:
Applied Sciences Research Grants
Program:
Applied Sciences Research Program
Proposal Type:
Full Proposal
Call Number:
4
Target Specializations (Industrial Topics)
This call supports applied research projects with direct impact on industry and the labor market, particularly in:
- Applied Science and Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering and Design
- Electrical Engineering and Electronics
- Energy Science and Renewable Energy
- Materials Science and Polymers
- Smart Manufacturing and Industrial Technologies
- Chemical Engineering and Petrochemicals
- Applied Medical and Biological Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Biomedical Applications
- Food Science and Food Safety
- Molecular Biology and Advanced Diagnostics
- Technology and Information
- Artificial Intelligence and Industrial Applications
- Robotics and Automation
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Industrial Data Analytics
- Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship
- Innovative Industrial Solutions
- Translating Scientific Innovation into Marketable Applications
- University–Industry Collaboration Projects
Note: The grant encourages projects with industry partnerships (Academic–Industry track).
Application Deadline
📅 December 8, 2025
(According to STDF announcement)
Announcement Date: October 26, 2025
Submission Link:
https://stdf.eg/web/grants/open
Priority is given to projects that:
- Provide innovative and applicable industrial solutions
- Include strong collaboration with industrial partners
- Aim to develop new products, manufacturing processes, or technologies
- Demonstrate clear economic or developmental impact