Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship 2026 for Researchers in Southeast Asia (Fully Funded)
The Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship is a prestigious six-month residential program designed to support advanced research using significant archival and library collections in Singapore. It is open to historians, curators, academics, and independent researchers focused on Singapore and Southeast Asia.
Fellows will have access to the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library and the National Archives of Singapore, allowing them to conduct in-depth research on various topics related to the region's history, culture, and development.
Eligibility
The fellowship welcomes applications from established academics, curators, museum professionals, independent scholars, and doctoral or postdoctoral researchers with a strong research proposal. Applicants should demonstrate a proven track record in their field.
Benefits
Includes a monthly stipend for six months, accommodation allowance for overseas fellows, one-time relocation support for international researchers, and return economy-class airfare to Singapore.
