Applications Open for the Third Edition of the “Perły Nauki” Programme

The Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education has announced the opening of applications for the third edition of the “Perły Nauki” (Pearls of Science) programme, which aims to support exceptionally talented students in conducting their own research projects.

The programme is aimed at master’s degree students with outstanding academic achievements. It offers the opportunity to carry out research projects under the supervision of an academic mentor, gain research experience, and develop scientific skills.

The programme provides funding of up to PLN 200,000 for projects in the social sciences, including economics and finance. The maximum project duration is 36 months.

The application deadline is 30 November 2026 at 4:00 PM.

Applications must be submitted by universities through the OSF system.

Students of the Faculty of Economics interested in participating in the programme are asked to contact Leszek Reszka, PhD, Associate Professor, Deputy Dean for Student Affairs and Education, at: leszek.reszka@ug.edu.pl.

Further information and programme requirements are available on the website of the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education (in Polish):

https://www.gov.pl/web/nauka/rusza-nabor-do-programu-perly-nauki-iii