M.s. Swaminathan Fellows

**M.S. Swaminathan Fellows**

**Code** : MSSF/271023

**About MSSRF **The M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) was established in 1988 as a

not-for-profit trust by Professor M. S. Swaminathan. The Foundation aims to

accelerate the use of modern science for agricultural and rural development, as well

as the adaptation and dissemination of technology to improve lives and livelihoods of

tribal and rural communities. MSSRF follows a pro-poor, pro-women and pro-nature

approach and applies appropriate science and technology options to address practical

problems faced by rural populations in agriculture, natural resources, food and

nutrition.

The Foundation works in the areas of Integrated Coastal systems management, Agro
- biodiversity, Conservation and sustainable use of natural resources, Ecotechnology

biotechnology and digital technologies across programme areas. MSSRF is currently

working in six states of India. Please visit our website for more information.

**About the Fellowship **_The M.S. Swaminathan Fellowship will _offer a transformative 24 -month experience.
The fellows will be mentored by senior scientists at the foundation, trustees and

relevant partner organizations, and will receive practical and hands-on experience in

our regional centres. This fellowship will empower talented young post-graduates to

drive impactful research and development programmes that benefit local

communities. _The M.S. Swaminathan Fellowship _offers the opportunity to work across

the disciplines of agriculture, ecology, economics, marine biology, nutrition and social

sciences. The fellowship encourages research that fosters science-society interactions.

**Minimum Qualification** Post graduate degree in Agriculture/Animal Sciences/Life sciences/Ecology/
Developmental Studies/Fisheries/Environmental sciences/Developmental
Economics /Anthropology/Nutrition with a good academic record
- Demonstrated interest in ‘science-society’ interface to address current

challenges of climate change impact on development goals (SDGs)

**Fellowship**: Consolidated amount of INR 50,000/ per month (annual assessment is mandatory to
continue the benefits during the fellowship period).

**Duration** 24 months and co-terminus with the end date of the fellowship