Research Networking Scheme (RNS)

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The Research Networking Scheme (RNS) is a support scheme designed to strengthen Malta’s research ecosystem by supporting local and international networking, knowledge exchange, and collaborative engagement. The Local Networking Scheme for two or more Maltese Entities or Maltese and Foreign entities to collaborate and host an event related to research here in Malta! The International Networking Scheme covers travel costs for attending conferences abroad, short scientific missions and other research related activities. Applicants from all fields may apply. Applications that are related to AI will be funded by the Malta Digital Innovation Authority (MDIA). The Open Access Journal Support – available to Xjenza Malta research grant holders to publish their results! The primary aim of the scheme is to enhance research connectivity through activities that foster dialogue, community building, and interdisciplinary interaction across Maltese institutions. Local Maltese public and private entities are eligible to apply for funding of up to €8,000 for networking-focused projects running over a period of 12 months. If applying to the Local Networking Scheme with a Diaspora Researcher, entities are also eligible for an additional €2,000. Supported activities may include local networking events, researcher exchanges, workshops, roundtables, stakeholder engagement sessions, and other eligible forms of research networking, as outlined in the Rules of Participation. For further informa