Dr Parvaiz delivered a talk at PRAYOJAN 2026 (April 24-25, 2026)

Dr Parvaiz was invited to deliver talk at PRAYOJAN 2026, a flagship program conducted by Indian National Young Academy of Sciences (INYAS), under the theme" International Postdoctoral Opportunities". The topic of the talk was "My Fulbright Journey: Insights, Strategy and Opportunities for Indian Researchers". The Fulbright Program is a premier global fellowship for Indian researchers. In this talk, I shared my Fulbright journey, offering practical strategies for building a competitive application, from crafting a strong research proposal to selecting the right host institution. I discussed practical strategies for building a strong application, choosing the right host, and avoiding common mistakes, with specific insights into the Fulbright-Nehru Postdoctoral Fellowship. Beyond the process, I also reflected on how the experience opens doors to collaborations, confidence, and long-term career growth for Indian researchers.