Nuclear Science Diplomacy
Leading the world for a better future
An international, multidisciplinary conference bringing together Humboldt alumni, experts and researchers from Germany and Egypt, as well as outstanding postdoctoral and experienced researchers — funded by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and held under the auspices of the Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority.
- 25–26 October 2026
- InterContinental Citystars, Cairo
Deadline for application: Thursday, 3 September 2026 — deadline extended until Saturday, 5 September 2026
About the conference
Science as a bridge between Egypt and Germany
The Humboldt Kolleg “Nuclear Science Diplomacy: Leading the world for a better Future” is an international multidisciplinary conference held at the InterContinental Cairo Citystars on 25–26 October 2026, funded by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and held under the auspices of the Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority.
It is designed to bring together Humboldt alumni, experts and researchers from Germany and Egypt, outstanding postdoctoral and experienced researchers, policymakers, diplomats, and representatives of scientific and nuclear institutions.
The conference aims to strengthen scientific exchange and cooperation between Egypt and Germany, and to promote science diplomacy as a tool for constructive dialogue, trust-building and international scientific cooperation.
It will also highlight the broad significance of the peaceful applications of atomic energy and their integration with other scientific disciplines — including medicine, agriculture, energy, industry, environmental protection, materials science and archaeology — as well as their contribution to innovation, human well-being and sustainable development.
Who can apply
Eligibility criteria
The call is open to postdoctoral and experienced researchers who meet all four criteria below.
A PhD degree
In a relevant field — medicine, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering or another related discipline.
Awarded within 12 years
Applicants must have been awarded their PhD no more than 12 years ago.
Publications record
Academic publications in international peer-reviewed journals.
English proficiency
A very good command of English, spoken and written.
Programme
What the full programme looks like
Attendance at both the pre-conference workshop and the conference is required for all participants and is completely free of charge.
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Thursday, 22 October 2026 · 9:00–17:00
Pre-conference workshop: Research Proposal Writing
A full-day workshop for all participating junior researchers, facilitated by two professional trainers from the DAAD Cairo Academy (DKA).
Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority — 3 Ahmed El-Zomor St., El-Zohour Dist., Nasr City, Cairo
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Sunday–Monday, 25–26 October 2026 · 9:00–18:00 daily
The conference
Two days of keynote lectures, thematic scientific sessions, panel discussions and networking across science diplomacy and the peaceful applications of atomic energy.
InterContinental Cairo Citystars, Cairo
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During the conference · Mandatory
Poster session
All participants should present a poster on their research. The poster should cover the same research work described in the abstract submitted with the application. It may present research results from one of your recently published papers.
A0 size, portrait orientation — bring it printed on day one, 25 October 2026
Good to know
Two certificates, no participation fee
Participants will receive
- A certificate from the DAAD Kairo Akademie (DKA) for the pre-conference workshop.
- A certificate of attendance for the two-day conference.
The programme in short
- A full-day pre-conference workshop on 22 October 2026.
- The two-day conference on 25–26 October 2026.
- Participation in both is completely free of charge.
Before you start
Prepare these two files
Please read all of the information above carefully before starting the application process.
Your CV, in PDF
Including a complete list of your publications.
A recent photo
It will be published in the conference booklet.
Application form for postdoctoral researchers
Applications close on Saturday, 5 September 2026. The form takes a few minutes — have your CV and photo ready before you begin.
Tick the confirmation box above to unlock the form.