Dear RSAI members,

Did you know that as a member of your local Regional Science Association, you automatically hold membership in the Regional Science Association International (RSAI)?

We are writing to highlight an exciting opportunity available through your international membership. The RSAI administers a prestigious accolade specifically for researchers from and based in developing nations: The Peter Nijkamp RSAI Research Encouragement Award for a Mid-Career Scholar from a Developing Country.

Key Details

• The Award: Recognizes outstanding potential in mid-career spatial and regional science researchers, funding up to €750 in travel, accommodation, and registration costs to attend a major supranational RSAI conference or the RSAI World Congress.
• Eligibility: Open to RSAI members in good standing who completed their PhD within the last 10 years and are working full-time at an institution within a low, lower-middle, or upper-middle-income country (as classified by the World Bank).
• Application Deadline: November 30, 2026

If you meet these criteria, we cordially invite you to review the full guidelines and submit your application. If you are not yet eligible, we encourage you to keep this opportunity in mind for your future career milestones.

For full submission details, required documents, and eligibility lists, please visit the official Peter Nijkamp Research Award Page. (https://www.regionalscience.org/index.php/awards/peter-nijkamp-research-award.html)

Best regards

Dr Ana Viñuela

RSAI Executive Director