Research & Publications
IUSSTF — Visiting Graduate Student Research Programme (VGSR)
USAoffline3–6 months
Eligibility
Indian students enrolled in PhD programs at Indian universities; physics, chemistry, engineering, or life sciences preferred; strong research record
Why it matters
IUSSTF (India-US Science and Technology Forum) funds Indian PhD students to spend 3–6 months at US universities — building collaborative projects. US lab stints are transformative for Indian researchers' international career trajectories.
Benefits
Travel costs + stipend of up to USD 1,750/month + access to US research infrastructure + academic collaboration building