The Discipline-Specific Information Services Programme
The Discipline-Specific Information Services Programme by the German Research Foundation funds the creation and enhancement of advanced digital information services tailored to specific research disciplines in Germany.
Funder: German Research Foundation
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (full application) | February 15, 2027 (intent to apply) | April 15, 2027 (full application)
Funding Amounts: Funding typically covers up to two-thirds of total project costs; substantial institutional co-funding required; duration and total award depend on project scope.
Summary: Supports German research libraries and infrastructure facilities in developing advanced, discipline-specific digital information services for researchers.
Key Information: Only German scientific libraries and infrastructure institutions are eligible to apply; binding intent to apply is mandatory before proposal submission.
Description
This program, funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), supports the establishment and enhancement of discipline-specific information services ("Fachinformationsdienste", FID) for researchers in Germany. The goal is to provide rapid, direct, and location-independent access to digital scholarly resources tailored to the needs of specific academic disciplines or research communities. Projects should complement local university and institutional infrastructures, address specialized information needs not covered by basic library services, and contribute to a coordinated, interoperable national network of information services. The program also aims to foster collaboration, technological reuse, and the development of shared standards among participating institutions.
