Collaboration kick-off grant

  • WHY: Seed-funding for bilateral collaborations
  • WHO: Junior researchers, maximum 6 years after completion of doctorate (can be extended for periods of parental or maternity leave)
  • WHAT: 5200 €, 4200 € awarded immediately, 1000 € after submission of the joint proposal
Requirements
  • Project description including work plan and financial plan (max. 4-5 pages)
  • CVs and publication list from both partners, up to 10 selected publications
  • Copy of the submitted joint project proposal one year after grant award
How to apply?

We have kept the application process intentionally straightforward and simple. We do not use standardized application forms; applicants are asked to submit pdf documents, including your host’s invitation or a short description of the planned research work (see Grant requirements).

All application documents can be submitted though our online portal.