EGAP LatAm PhD Lab 2

Organized by the host institution GRADE, along with WYSS Academy for Nature, and the Latin America Regional Hub of the global Evidence in Governance and Politics (EGAP) network, headquartered in Universidad de los Andes, Colombia.

October 2 & 3, 2025

Lima, Perú

EGAP LatAm PhD Lab 2

As part of the EGAP Regional Meeting program, which will take place on October 2–3, 2025, in Lima, Peru, we are pleased to include an EGAP PhD Lab, designed for doctoral students from Latin America who are interested in receiving valuable and constructive feedback on their dissertation projects.

The main objective of the Lab is to offer a collaborative and supportive space where participants can present their progress, exchange ideas, and receive direct guidance from leading experts in EGAP’s global network.

Throughout the session, structured discussion groups will be held to facilitate deep, thoughtful, and useful feedback. To maximize the value of this experience, participants must submit a working paper in advance, which will allow the feedback team to prepare thoroughly. This collaborative approach aims to improve the quality and focus of the research, strengthen academic communication skills, and significantly advance participants’ dissertation work.

The EGAP Latin America Hub will cover the costs (for one person per project/proposal) of airfare, accommodation with breakfast for up to three nights (for participants traveling from outside Lima), and meals during the activities. If selected, participants must arrive before the morning of October 2, 2025, and attend all activities of the Regional Meeting until the evening of October 3, 2025.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be a current PhD student of Latin American nationality and/or enrolled in a university located in Latin America.
Have an advanced dissertation project, preferably in the analysis or writing stage.
Submit a working paper that includes the following elements (not necessarily in this order, but covering these areas):

Title: A clear and concise title that reflects the topic of the paper.
Abstract: A summary of up to 300 words outlining the objectives, methods, preliminary results (if any), and expected conclusions-explicitly addressing causes and consequences of your research topic.
Introduction: Contextualization of the research, including the problem statement and its relevance, especially regarding the intersections of crime, environment, and governance in Latin America, if applicable.
Literature Review: A review of the relevant literature, highlighting gaps and how the project contributes to addressing them, particularly within the thematic intersections mentioned, if applicable.
Theoretical Framework: Explanation of the conceptual or theoretical approach guiding the research, focused on frameworks exploring crime, environment, and governance, if applicable.
Methodology: Details on the research design, including data collection and analysis methods, especially those addressing the intersections mentioned, if applicable.
Current Progress: Description of preliminary findings or current dissertation status, emphasizing insights related to the causes and consequences of crime, environment, and governance in Latin America, if applicable.
Expected Impact, Discussion, or Conclusions: A brief section on the academic, social, or policy implications of the work.
Bibliography: A list of references cited in the document, following a standard format (e.g., APA, Chicago, or MLA).

Note: While applications on a any topic are welcome, priority will be given to research aligned with the central theme of the meeting: Intersections of Crime, Environment, and Governance in Latin America.

How to Apply?

To apply for the EGAP PhD Lab, please complete this form. Note that applications will only be considered eligible if your working paper and CV are attached.

Application deadline: July 31, 2025.

For any inquiries, please contact: egap_latam@uniandes.edu.co.