Funding opportunities, events and more | ACU Synthesis: September 2026
The Association of Commonwealth Universities shares the September edition of Synthesis, featuring the latest news and funding opportunities, along with stimulating events organized by the ACU's members and partners around the Commonwealth.
Apply Now: Virtual Winter Internships at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, India
We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications from students for the RISE (Research Internships in Science & Engineering) @ IITK, a research internship program offering foreign students the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research across various domains and be mentored by faculty at IIT Kanpur.
RISE @ IITK is divided into two modules – a 4-week virtual winter internship in December 2026 and an offline 6–8-week summer internship in 2027.
Currently, the applications are open for students to apply for the virtual winter internship. A list of available projects is available in the Application Guide (attached to this email) along with the link to the Application Form.
Application Deadline: 7 October 2026
We kindly ask for your support in sharing this opportunity with your students.
For more information, students can visit or contact oir@iitk.ac.in
The Association of Commonwealth Universities shares the August edition of Synthesis, featuring the latest news and funding opportunities, along with stimulating events organized by the ACU's members and partners around the Commonwealth.
Funding opportunities, events and more | ACU Synthesis: July 2026
The Association of Commonwealth Universities shares the July edition of Synthesis, featuring the latest news and funding opportunities, along with stimulating events organized by the ACU's members and partners around the Commonwealth.
One-Week Online Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on Quantum Computing
The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Patna, under the E&ICT Academy, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, is pleased to organize a One-Week Online Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on:
Programme Dates: 1st August – 5th August 2026
Time: 9.00 AM – 6.00 PM (Saturday – Wednesday)
Mode: Live Online
This intensive 40-hour FDP is designed to provide participants with a strong foundation in Quantum Computing through a combination of theory and practical sessions.
Programme Highlights:
Registration Fee: Rs. 500/-
Registration Link:
Please refer to the attached brochure for detailed information regarding the programme schedule, resource persons, and other guidelines.
Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to learn from leading experts and enhance your knowledge and skills in the rapidly evolving field of Quantum Computing. Register today and be part of the future of computing!
The Open University of Sri Lanka is pleased to announce that the International Research Conference of the Open University of Sri Lanka 2026 (IRC-OUSL 2026) will be held as a hybrid conference on 11, 12 and 13 November 2026.
Researchers, academics and professionals are invited to participate in this international forum for sharing research and knowledge.
Please refer to the attached flyer, leaflet and video for further details.
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The Open University of Sri Lanka is pleased to announce that the International Research Conference of the Open University of Sri Lanka 2026 (IRC-OUSL 2026) will be held as a hybrid conference on 11, 12 and 13 November 2026.
Researchers, academics and professionals are invited to participate in this international forum for sharing research and knowledge.
Please refer to the attached flyer, leaflet and video for further details.
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The Commonwealth Youth Photography Competition 2026: Waves of Change has just opened for entries. It is free to enter, open to anyone aged 18 to 30 from across the Commonwealth's 56 member nations. The competition is run by the Royal Commonwealth Society, in partnership with the City of London Corporation's Youth Natural Environment Board, and the Commonwealth Secretariat.
What is it?
A photography competition asking young people to document a world in motion. The theme, Waves of Change, invites entrants to photograph the ocean and its relationship to communities, environments, and the future. Entries are accepted across four categories:
Who can enter?
Any of your students or members aged 18 to 30 who hold citizenship or residency in a Commonwealth nation. No prior photography experience is required. They simply submit one original photograph and a statement of up to 300 words. It is free.
Why does it matter?
This is a genuine platform on a global stage. Winners will be celebrated across the Commonwealth's institutional networks, reaching audiences across 56 nations and 2.7 billion people.
Prizes
There are four category winners in total. The overall winner (selected from those four) receives a cash prize of £1,000. The three remaining category winners each receive £250.
Key dates
Kate McNab
Communications and Public Affairs Officer
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The Association of Commonwealth Universities shares the June edition of Synthesis, featuring the latest news and funding opportunities, along with stimulating events organised by the ACU's members and partners around the Commonwealth.
The Association of Commonwealth Universities shares the May (Part II) edition of Synthesis, featuring the latest news and funding opportunities, along with stimulating events organised by the ACU's members and partners around the Commonwealth.
