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Several members have responded with interest to the Schmidt announcement. </div>
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A common question has been in regard to the tenure pre-condition. The Schmidt Foundation have replied that an assurance from the host institution that you have 5 years tenure contingent on securing the fellowship is acceptable.</div>
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<span style="text-transform: none;">For any other questions that come up, potential applicants are encouraged to sign up for Schmidt Foundation office hours so the can address any queries or concerns.</span></div>
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<span style="text-transform: none;">Given this is a new Fellowship, the Foundation fully understands there
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