Falling Walls Science Summit Journalist Fellowship 2023

Successful applicants will be invited to join an exchange with renowned partner organisations and speakers at the Summit. Reporting can take place before, during or after the Falling Walls Science Summit (7–9 November 2023). The fellowship grant aims to contribute to the promotion of independent science journalism and to further strengthen the international public perception of Berlin as a location for scientific excellence.

Up to fifteen media representatives will be selected. They will each receive a fellowship grant, which will be awarded as a lump sum and will include accommodation expenses and the Summit ticket for the whole duration of the fellowship (6-10 November 2023).

Topics

• Discovering Earth & Space
• Art & Science
• Engineering & Technology
• Climate Crisis & Sustainability
• Science & Innovation Management
• Health & Wellbeing
• Life Sciences
• Physical Sciences
• Science Engagement
• Sciencepreneurship
• Social Sciences & Humanities

Accommodation and Travel

• The provided fellowship grant includes accommodation and Science Summit ticket expenses, excluding any further reimbursement by the Falling Walls Foundation. The Falling Walls Foundation will arrange the accommodation and can act as an inviting party for visa purposes. As travel to Berlin is required, the participants are to take over the travel costs.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applications are open to international and German media representatives with a proven track of journalist record (freelance or staff). Applicants are expected to research and publish on a chosen topic related to the Falling Walls Science Summit. There are no restrictions on specific media areas or the form of publication.

Selection Process

• A jury of scientists and communications experts will choose and inform the successful candidates by 8 September 2023. There is no legal claim to the fellowship.

For more information, visit Falling Walls Foundation.