The Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences

The Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences (NIAS) is a research center that offers scholars from around the world a quiet, supportive environment to focus on their most important and ambitious academic projects. It provides fellowships and resources for researchers in fields like history, philosophy, sociology, and literature, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Located in Amsterdam, NIAS aims to advance knowledge, encourage innovative thinking, and contribute to academic and societal progress through its research community and activities.