Individual Research Grants
The DFG Individual Research Grants fund original, high-quality research projects by qualified researchers in Germany, supporting all disciplines with flexible, modular options and opportunities for international collaboration.
Funder: German Research Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Proposals accepted at any time)
Funding Amounts: Flexible; funding and duration based on project needs, typically several years.
Summary: Supports qualified researchers in Germany to conduct original, high-quality research projects with options for international collaboration and various funding modules.
Description
The Individual Research Grants program from the German Research Foundation (DFG) is designed to enable qualified researchers to undertake original, high-quality research projects on specifically defined topics. The program is open to all academic disciplines and offers a flexible, modular approach to funding, supporting both basic research and projects with international partners. Funding can cover a wide range of needs, including personnel, equipment, travel, workshops, public relations, and measures to promote gender equality and diversity. Long-term projects in the humanities and social sciences are also eligible, with funding for up to 12 years.
