Funding Programme "Information Infrastructures for Research Data"
This grant supports the development and improvement of research data management infrastructures to ensure quality, accessibility, and sustainability for scientific communities.
Funder: German Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: No minimum or maximum; funding amount justified by project scope and needs; typical durations and budgets vary.
Summary: Supports the development, improvement, and sustainability of research data infrastructures and management systems for scientific communities.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected and subject to change.
Description
This program provides funding to academics and scientific information-infrastructure institutions for the establishment, enhancement, and further development of research data management (RDM) infrastructures. It aims to enable tailored, high-performance solutions that meet the specific needs of scientific communities, ensuring quality, accessibility, and sustainability of research data. Eligible activities include building or improving information infrastructures, developing organizational and responsibility structures, and conducting studies to analyze and optimize RDM practices. The program places a strong emphasis on interoperability, sustainability, open licensing, and alignment with community needs.
