Dr. Sunny, Author at PhDTalks

International HFSP Research Grants 2027 for Life Science Research

January 16, 2026 by Dr. Sunny

The International Human Frontier Science Program (HFSP) is receiving applications for HFSP Research Grants – Award Year 2027. These highly prestigious grants support innovative research in life sciences through international and interdisciplinary collaboration. Under the HFSPO–India partnership, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, encourages Indian researchers to apply. Interested researchers must initiate a … Read more

Active Research Proposal Calls in January 2026: DBT, IKS & National Funding Agencies

January 15, 2026 by Dr. Sunny

Indian government agencies, such as DBT, IKS, NIDM, and the Ministry of Ayush, are receiving research proposals from Indian Researchers / Scientists to grant research projects in various areas. Below is a curated list of active research proposals with January 2026 deadlines that researchers should not miss. Research Proposal Calls Open in January 2026 Funding … Read more

Scopus Discontinues Cultura International Journal of Philosophy of Culture and Axiology

January 14, 2026 by Dr. Sunny

Scopus has removed the Cultura International Journal of Philosophy of Culture and Axiology from its indexing coverage. This update is important for researchers, authors, and institutions who publish or plan to publish in this journal. Cultura: International Journal of Philosophy of Culture and Axiology is a scholarly journal focusing on philosophical inquiries into culture, values, and … Read more

ICMR Call for Proposals 2026: ANVESHAN & Follow-on SMALL Extramural Grants

January 13, 2026 by Dr. Sunny

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is receiving Research Proposals under the ANVESHAN Extramural Grants and the newly introduced ICMR Follow-on SMALL Extramural Grants. The ICMR has created a new category of ‘Follow-on Research Grant’ to leverage the transformation ofresearch-leads generated through its previous grants to the next steps. This funding opportunity supports high-quality, … Read more

Springer Call for Papers: AI Credentials Transforming Higher Education

January 13, 2026 by Dr. Sunny

The International Journal of Educational Technology in Higher Education, published by Springer, invites original research articles for a Special Issue titled “Credentials in Artificial Intelligence: International Perspectives on Transforming Teaching and Learning in Higher Education.” The special issue invites international perspectives that explore the pedagogical, institutional, ethical, and workforce-related implications of AI credentials. Contributions may be … Read more

NMPB Call for proposal on establishment of Poshan Vatika under the Herbal Garden component

January 12, 2026 by Dr. Sunny

The National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, is receiving project proposals for the establishment of Poshan Vatika (Nutri-Gardens) in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) across India. The Poshan Vatika has to be established for growing a minimum of 30 species of fruits, vegetables, and medicinal plant species in … Read more

Indian Research Retractions Surge after 2021: What Public Data Reveals?

January 12, 2026 by Dr. Sunny

Research retractions are an important indicator of problems within the academic publishing ecosystem. In this study, we analyze publicly available data from the Retraction Watch Database to examine the scale, trends, and underlying causes of retracted research papers from India. The objective is not intended to harm any institution’s reputation, but to raise awareness and … Read more

Springer Journal Call for Papers: Asian Review of Political Economy

January 11, 2026 by Dr. Sunny

The Asian Review of Political Economy, published by Springer, invites original research articles for a Special Issue on “Sailing Towards a Brave New Era: Technological Innovation, Industrial Policy, and Digital Entrepreneurship in the Techno-Developmental State.” This special issue focuses on the evolving relationship between technological innovation, industrial policy, and digital entrepreneurship in techno-developmental states. Asian Review of … Read more

ICSSR Joint call with SNSF in the field of social sciences

January 11, 2026 by Dr. Sunny

The Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) and the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) are receiving research proposals under the Indo-Swiss Joint Research Programme (ISJRP). This bilateral initiative supports collaborative social science research between Switzerland and India. The ISJRP is constituted to strengthen long-term academic collaboration. This call is open to all the eligible … Read more

Call for Proposals: International Climate Protection Fellowship 2026

January 10, 2026 by Dr. Sunny

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation is receiving applications for the International Climate Protection Fellowship 2026. This Fellowship programme is designed to support postdocs and prospective leaders from researchers of non-European developing countries who are working in climate protection or climate-related resource conservation. The fellowship is open to all, regardless of ethnic, cultural, or social background. … Read more