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PIFI (President's International Fellowship Initiative)

PIFI (President's International Fellowship Initiative)

Funds international researcher fellowships across career stages and global placements.

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The President's International Fellowship Initiative (PIFI) is the Chinese Academy of Sciences' primary programme for bringing international researchers to work at CAS institutes across China. CAS is China's apex national research organisation, operating more than 100 research institutes nationwide and reporting directly to the State Council of the People's Republic of China. PIFI is notable among …

Funds international researchers at all career stages — from postdoctoral fellows to distinguished scientists — to conduct research at Chinese Academy of Sciences institutes across all disciplines.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: pifi.cas.cn