The fellowship is designed for early and mid-career scholars with a PhD in any subject, with preference given to projects on the history of science, knowledge, and technology related to early modern Italy. It is also open to scholars working on the transmission of ideas, objects, and people during the Renaissance, or the historiography of the Italian Renaissance.

Fellows will spend the fall term at the Warburg Institute and the spring term at Villa I Tatti. During their stay, fellows must be able to conduct most of their research using local resources. They are not permitted to hold other obligations, such as a concurrent teaching position, fellowship, or award. Applicants must be conversant in English and have at least a reading knowledge of Italian, with a solid background in Italian Renaissance Studies.

This is a residential fellowship, and fellows must live in the Florence area, spend at least three days a week at I Tatti, and participate in and contribute to the activities at the Center. Fellows enjoy all the privileges of I Tatti, including use of the Biblioteca Berenson seven days a week and lunch with other appointees from Monday through Friday. Fellows are offered a reserved desk or carrel in the Biblioteca Berenson.

Fellows will receive a monthly sum of USD 5,200, plus a one-time supplement of up to USD 1,800 towards relocation expenses. When possible, an apartment will be set aside for the Fellow’s use, rent free, but with charges for utilities. If an apartment is not available, a housing subsidy will be offered to help offset rental costs. The Fellow is responsible for obtaining a visa, permesso di soggiorno, and health coverage. The applicant must determine if a visa is required and obtain one before travel.

Priority will be given to those who have not previously been associated with either institution. The application, which must be in English, must be submitted electronically by November 15, 2025. Two letters of recommendation from scholars who know the applicant's work well are also required by November 20, 2025.

For more information, visit I Tatti.