Research area fellowships are funding opportunities typically offered by universities, research institutions, or external organizations to support graduate students or early-career researchers conducting research in a specific field or discipline. These fellowships provide financial support, mentorship, and resources to help researchers pursue their research goals and advance their academic or professional careers. Research area fellowships may be focused on a particular area of study, such as STEM fields, humanities, social sciences, or interdisciplinary research. Recipients of these fellowships are often expected to conduct original research, publish their findings, and contribute to the broader academic community in their field of study.