The Kunsthistorisches Institut in Florenz – Max-Planck-Institut is a research institute that engages in transcultural debates about the future of art history; from this perspective, the 36th CIHA Congress (Lyon, June 23–27, 2024) is a prime occasion for encounter and dialogue of scholars from all over the world. In collaboration with the conference, the KHI offers support to 10 early career researchers, to allow in person participation. The KHI will cover travel costs, accommodation, and congress fees up to 1.600,00 € in total for each of the invited participants, depending on the place of residence.

Precedence will be given to researchers based in Central and South America, Africa, and the Asias.

The application should include a cover letter explaining the reasons for applying (including expectations, career benefits, and research interests), a short CV (max. one page), and the abstract of the presentation or session (if applicable).

Please send your application as one document (max. 2 MB) in PDF format by 19 May 2024 to ciha2024@khi.fi.it