Overview
UC Davis USA California-Denmark Innovator Fellowship 2025 (Fully Funded) is available to undertake Fellowship level programs at University of California Davis.
Description
UC Davis USA California-Denmark Innovator Fellowship 2025 (Fully Funded) is available to undertake Fellowship level programs at University of California Davis.
Eligibility
Must be a Postdoctoral researcher employed at a Danish university.
PhD must have been completed within the past five years.
Background in:
Food Science, Technology, or Engineering
Biotechnology and Biosolutions
Agricultural Sciences
Nutrition and Metabolic Health
Planetary or Environmental Health
Computational/Data Science (applied to relevant fields)
Must be able to obtain a U.S. visa for a 6-month stay.
International researchers at Danish universities are eligible.
Additional Information
Degree Level
UC Davis USA California-Denmark Innovator Fellowship 2025 (Fully Funded) is available to undertake Fellowship level programs at University of California Davis.
Fellowship Overview
Selected fellows will spend six months at UC Davis, one of the world’s leading universities in food, agricultural, and environmental sciences. They will immerse themselves in translational research and commercialization activities, learning directly from top researchers, entrepreneurs, and venture capital investors.
Application Deadline: May 18, 2025
Fellowship Period: February 2026 – June 2026
Program Highlights
Research Experience: Work in top-tier UC Davis labs such as the renowned Siegel Lab at the Genome Center.
Innovation Training: Collaborate with the Innovation Institute for Food and Health (IIFH) to learn commercialization strategies.
Venture Capital Exposure: Receive mentorship from firms like The March Group, specializing in foodtech and biosolutions.
Professional Development: Attend seminars, entrepreneurship academies, and conferences such as Future FoodTech and SynbioBeta.
Networking: Build strong ties with California’s food innovation ecosystem and fellow Danish researchers.
Available Subjects
Following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.
Health
Food Sciences
planetary sciences
Sustainable Food Systems
Benefits
Full salary and benefits coverage during the fellowship
Flight, travel, and accommodation expenses fully covered
Professional support for housing, visa, and integration
Access to UC Davis events, entrepreneurial training, and innovation network.
Participation in a final colloquium event in California to showcase research and entrepreneurial insights
Eligible Nationalities
This fellowship is open to applicants of all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
Must be a Postdoctoral researcher employed at a Danish university.
PhD must have been completed within the past five years.
Background in:
Food Science, Technology, or Engineering
Biotechnology and Biosolutions
Agricultural Sciences
Nutrition and Metabolic Health
Planetary or Environmental Health
Computational/Data Science (applied to relevant fields)
Must be able to obtain a U.S. visa for a 6-month stay.
International researchers at Danish universities are eligible.
Timeline For The California Denmark Innovator Fellowship
January – February 2026:
Danish fellows connect with UC Davis fellows visiting Denmark, participate in local events, and build their professional network.
February 2026 – June 2026:
Danish fellows relocate to UC Davis to engage in technical research, commercialization activities, and innovation training.
June 2026:
UC Davis fellows return from Denmark and reconnect with Danish fellows at UC Davis for joint activities and networking.
July 2026:
Final Colloquium Event held in California, where all fellows present their research outcomes, startup ideas, and shared experiences.4
Application Requirements
Applicants must prepare and submit:
Resume or CV (including publication record) – PDF
Letter of Interest (max 2 pages) outlining:
Current research and its potential impact
Motivation for applying
Career goals alignment
Relevant experience
Letter of Support from PhD advisor (1 page) approving participation
(Optional) Letter of Recommendation from a professional contact highlighting business or innovation skills
Note: Combine all documents into one PDF before submission.
Apply through:
START Denmark - California Fellowship Application Form
Why Uc Davis
Global Leadership: UC Davis is a global pioneer in food, health, and agricultural sciences.
Cutting-Edge Facilities: Access to state-of-the-art research labs and innovation centers.
Entrepreneurial Culture: Exposure to commercialization, venture funding, and business training.
California Lifestyle: Enjoy life in Northern California’s vibrant, innovative environment while advancing your academic and professional journey.
Key Partners
Siegel Lab: Host research lab specializing in computational enzyme engineering and startup innovation.
The March Group: Venture capital mentorship in sustainable food and biosolutions sectors.
Innovation Institute for Food and Health (IIFH): Central hub for commercialization research and entrepreneurial training at UC Davis.
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Funding
Fully Funded
Organization
University of California Davis
Degree
Fellowship
Subjects
Health, Food Sciences, planetary sciences, Sustainable Food Systems
Nationality
International Students
Country
USA
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