The German Research Foundation funds joint Korean-German engineering research projects for three years, supporting integrated, collaborative science between teams from both countries.
Funder: German Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027: Full proposal submission to DFG by 12:00 noon CET (projected) | March 2027: Full proposal submission to NRF by 18:00 Korean time (projected)
Funding Amounts: ~20 projects funded; up to €112,500 per year per project (DFG side), 3-year duration; equivalent funding from NRF for Korean partners
Summary: Supports joint Korean-German research teams in engineering, providing three years of funding for integrated, collaborative projects.
Key Information: Requires coordinated application to both DFG and NRF; only joint proposals considered.
This opportunity funds collaborative, knowledge-driven research projects in engineering sciences, jointly conducted by teams from Germany and Korea. The program is designed to foster close cooperation, requiring integrated project goals, balanced contributions from both sides, and a joint work plan. Projects are selected competitively based on scientific excellence and the added value of international collaboration. Funding is provided for three years, with approximately 20 projects supported each cycle. The German Research Foundation (DFG) funds the German component, while the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) funds the Korean side.