Field Study Fellowship (Helmholtz Enterprise – 1st Batch 2024)
The Field Study Fellowship funds Helmholtz researchers to validate spin-off ideas through customer interviews and market research, supporting the translation of scientific innovation into real-world applications.
Funder: Helmholtz Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Full application, projected) | March 2027 (Full application, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to €23,000 for personnel/materials (per project, max 3 months) plus €5,500 centrally for mentoring; no co-funding required.
Summary: Supports Helmholtz researchers to conduct customer interviews and market research for early-stage spin-off validation.
Key Information: For Helmholtz Centers and their researchers only; internal submission via transfer office required.
Description
The Field Study Fellowship is a funding module within the Helmholtz Enterprise program, designed to help Helmholtz scientists and institutes validate the real-world potential of spin-off ideas. The fellowship provides short-term funding for personnel and material costs, enabling researchers to conduct structured customer interviews and market research. The goal is to identify and understand customer needs, supporting the translation of scientific innovations into viable spin-off concepts and fostering entrepreneurial skills among Helmholtz researchers.
