India Science Book Fellowship 24-25

Application closes by 15th Nov 24

FAST-India is a non-profit institution of excellence dedicated to build capacity and advancing policy solutions that foster scientific enquiry and research, and facilitate the creation, and dissemination and translation of new scientific knowledge in India. The Foundation will have five key verticals: Policy and Research, Government, Institutions, Industry, and Science Communication (flagship event, www.indiasciencefest.org). The registered name of the organisation is Center for Development and Promotion of Science (CDPS).

Popular science books play an important role in enhancing public understanding and appreciation of science by conveying complex scientific concepts in simpler, more engaging ways. We are keen to see more public science books in the limelight!

Foundation for Advancing Science and Technology (FAST India) is pleased to launch the second edition of the India Science Book Fellowship for scientists, science writers, communicators and for anyone interested in writing a popular science book in non-fiction!

FAST India is pleased to have CACTUS

join our mission to promote science books in India as a partner and a funder for one of the shortlisted fellows.

Here are some themes you could consider:

• Personal accounts of journeys in scientific research and their impact on the field and society.
• Demystifying latest scientific inventions and discoveries.
• Stories about the impact of science and technology on society.
• Exciting stories of Indian scientists and their contributions.
• The history of science in India.
• The intersection of science, culture, economics, and society.

Key fellowship features:

• Financial grant of Rs 10 Lakhs Payable in four installments over a period of one year.
• Feedback & support Feedback from world-class experts including publishers, science authors & bestselling authors & focus group consisting of individuals from the book’s target audience.
• Support in publishing Support in publishing the manuscript by a publishing house.
• Network and promotion Opportunity to participate in book launch events as part of promotions to improve their visibility.