Fulbright Distinguished Chair Program to Italy - a.y. 2012-13

Awards in the Fulbright Distinguished Chairs Program are among the most prestigious appointments in the Fulbright Scholar Program. The Program is designed for eminent US scholars and offers them the opportunity to lecture and conduct research at Italian universities. Candidates should have substantial experience in their academic fields and a significant publication and teaching record.  

During the Fulbright grant, the scholar might be also invited to take part in academic meetings, conferences, seminars and other program-related activities organized by Italian or European universities, under the Fulbright Intercountry Program.

For the academic year 2012-2013, Fulbright Distinguished Chairs are hosted at the following universities: 

• University of Naples Parthenope - Distinguished Chair in Environmental Sciences and Sustainable Development (#2270)   

• University of Trento - Distinguished Chair in Law (#2271)   

• Politecnico di Torino - Distinguished Chair in Hydrology and Hydraulic Engineering (#2274)

 

Candidates profiles and grants activity are detailed under individual award descriptions.

Grant Benefits

Grant benefits generally include a maintenance allowance and a travel allowance to cover round-trip international travel. Maintenance allowance varies according to the award.
Fulbright scholars are covered by Health and Accident Insurance for the whole grant period, provided by United States Department of State. 

Grant Length

Grant duration varies from 3 to 6 months according to the award.

How to apply

Fulbright Distinguished Chair Awards are assigned through an annual competition administered at the national level in the US by the Council for International Exchange of Scholars - CIES in Washington DC, in collaboration with the Fulbright Commission in Italy.

Potential candidates can apply online through CIES.  Information on the Fulbright Distinguished Chair Program, catalogue of awards, eligibility requirements, tips, guidelines and resources for applying, review criteria, selection and competition timeline is available on CIES website.