The following categories of researchers are eligible to apply for YIM2023:

i) Postdoctoral fellows (PDFs)

Applications are welcome from Postdoctoral Fellows from all over the world including India, who are working broadly in the area of Life Sciences and have an interest in pursuing a science career in India. The applications can be filled online with the following items:

a) Resume

b) Short write-up on the research work

c) Statement of purpose about why you want to participate in YIM 2023

d) Recommendations from at least one referee

In past years, we have had more PDFs apply than we can accommodate at YIM due to the size of our venue. We assure you that we are absolutely fair in our selection and your application will be carefully reviewed by a selection panel. We consider many factors (not just publications), including years as a postdoc, your field of research, clarity of your written statements, letter of recommendation and whether you have previously attended a YIM (one can attend YIM only once as a PDF).

Note: Those who have participated in the virtual YIM 2021 or YIM 2022, can reapply for YIM 2023 in the same category — if they meet the other eligibility criteria.

ii) Young Investigators (YIs)

Applications are welcome from young investigators from various areas of the Life Sciences who are in the early years (<5 years) of their career as an independent investigator in Indian academia. The applications can be filled online with the following items:

a) Resume

b) Research focus and vision

c) Statement of purpose about why you want to participate in YIM 2023

Note: Letters of recommendation are not required for YIs

Meeting costs: Registration, accomodation, food will be provided by IndiaBioscience. We will reimburse the economy airfare within India for YIs. Transport to and from Ahmedabad airport will be covered and organized by our committee. International airfare costs for PDFs may be partially reimbursed (depending upon the region of travel), subject to availability of funds. Transport to your local airport will not be covered. Please refer to FAQs for more details.

Note:

• If you have attended any of the YIMs in India before, your application will not be considered (in the same category). If you have attended as PDF and now applying as a YI, your application will be considered.
• You need to generate your login ID and password for IndiaBioscience website in order to apply.
• Please click here to sign up.
• Those who have participated in the virtual YIM 2021 or YIM 2022, can reapply for YIM 2023 in the same category — if they meet the other eligibility criteria.

The applications are now open for YIM2023.