The Duke–Duke-NUS Research Exchange Program invites applications for the 2026 cycle, opening September 2, 2025.
This competitive, fully funded 30-day exchange provides biomedical PhD students and postdoctoral fellows from Duke University with the opportunity to conduct short-term research at Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore. Participants will collaborate with leading scientists, explore innovative research approaches, and expand their professional networks while experiencing Singapore’s dynamic academic and cultural environment. Travel must be completed between February 1 and December 31, 2026.
Applications must be submitted by October 17, 2025.
Application Requirements
Applications will require the following information:
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Applicant Details
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Full name
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Email address
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Proposed travel dates
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How you heard about the program
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Application Packet (single PDF upload)
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Application proposal and endorsement statement (maximum 2 pages, Arial 11-point font, 0.5” margins)
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A brief statement (2–4 sentences) signed by the principal investigators of both your current (originating) lab, and your proposed host lab
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This statement must endorse your application and research objectives, and clearly identify:
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The host laboratory at Duke-NUS Medical School
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The overall research objective(s) and specific aim(s) of your visit
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How the exchange will enhance your research and training
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For questions about the Duke-Duke-NUS Research Exchange Program or the application process, contact Program Coordinator Evan Dorner at evan.dorner@duke.edu.