Our International Fellows are a vital part of our research community. They are highly regarded and are globally impactful scientists and leaders in their field. Each brings with them a wealth of knowledge of the scientific questions that will have the most significant impact on their country of origin.
They help us to formulate and deliver genomics research projects to address pressing scientific needs in their country of origin using Sanger Institute facilities. Their research interests and align closely with the scientific aspirations of our research programmes and their work is driven by their passion, vision, imagination and intellectual energy.
The Wellcome Sanger Institute’s International Fellows Programme fosters global collaboration and international leadership in genomic research. We empower early-career researchers with established positions in research institutes from Low- and Middle-Income Countries to advance and grow their science with access to:
- the Sanger’s cutting-edge genomic technologies, facilities and research environment
- mentorship
- funding
- global networking opportunities.
Our International fellows and alumni International fellows significantly enrich our scientific community and support the Institute in delivering meaningful, world-changing research that looks beyond our local communities and engages with the global community.
Current International Fellows
Previous International Fellows
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Discover how we support our International Fellows as they bring new ideas and areas of scientific enquiry that enrich the Sanger Institute's research portfolio. Explore the networking and mentorship opportunities, coupled with world-leading genomic facilities, that we provide to enable our International Fellows to grow their science and advance their leadership in global genomic research.