Subject: NSTC is soliciting applications for the 2026 "Outstanding Young Scholars Program." Applications are accepted from now until January 4, 2026 (internal application deadline is January 4, 2026).

Notes:
1. This program is a transformation of the original "2030 Intergenerational Young Scholars Program" starting in 2026. Applicant institutions and applicants must carefully read all the regulations in this solicitation notice.

2. The program will be implemented from August 1, 2026.

3. Applications for this program will be submitted entirely online. All forms and documents should be created on the NSTC website (https://www.nstc.gov.tw) under the "Academic Research and Development Service Network." Please select "Outstanding Young Scholars Program (formerly 2030 Intergenerational Young Scholars Program)" as the program category.

4. One copy of the 2026 "Outstanding Young Scholars Program" solicitation notice is attached.