Laura Bassi Foundation: Postdoctoral Research Grants

The Laura Bassi Foundation offers five-year postdoctoral research grants of $50,000 per year, aiming to support innovative research in various fields including philosophy, law, and biosciences. With a commitment to fostering global intellectual diversity, the foundation has funded numerous projects and encourages interdisciplinary collaboration. Eligible applicants must hold a PhD and have less than two years of post-doctoral experience. This initiative seeks to address critical global challenges through impactful research.

About the Bassi Foundation
The Bassi Foundation is a philanthropy committed to advancing knowledge and solving critical global problems by supporting overlooked or innovative areas of research across various disciplines. We support a wide range of initiatives across the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, and advocating for impactful societal change through multidisciplinary research projects.
Our grantees hail from over 35 countries, embodying our commitment to fostering global intellectual diversity and innovation.
Focus Areas
Philosophy & Medicine: The Philosophy and Medicine Initiative at the Bassi Foundation seeks to bridge the gaps between ethical theory, philosophical inquiry, and practical medical applications. By fostering interdisciplinary research and dialogue, this initiative aims to address complex questions at the intersection of human health, ethics, and philosophy. We support projects that explore foundational philosophical questions about well-being, consent, and the nature of medical knowledge, as well as their practical implications for patient care, public health policy, and medical education.Law & Public Policy: The Law and Public Policy Program is dedicated to advancing research and informed dialogue at the confluence of legal studies and public policy decision-making. By supporting rigorous scholarship and the development of innovative policy solutions, the program aims to tackle pressing societal challenges such as civil rights, environmental law, and regulatory reform. Our initiative encourages the exploration of how laws are crafted and implemented, promoting a deeper understanding of their impact on society and fostering the creation of more effective and equitable policies.Biosciences: The Biosciences Area at the Bassi Foundation is committed to leveraging the transformative power of biological research to address critical issues in health and the environment. Our initiative supports cutting-edge research in genetics, bioengineering, and biotechnology, with the aim of driving innovations from the lab to the marketplace and beyond.
The Bassi Foundation invites applications for five-year postdoctoral research grants ($50,000 per annum) once per year.

Eligibility

You are eligible to apply for the four- or five-year PRGs if:you have completed your PhD (or an equivalent research degree) at the point at which you applyyou do not have more than two years of post-doctoral research experience