Supports early-career professors at German applied sciences universities to develop research projects, gain DFG funding experience, and collaborate in structured, themed Project Academies.
Funder: German Research Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Proposals may be submitted at any time)
Funding Amounts: Up to 2 years of support; funding covers project-specific workshops, teaching replacements, and related costs.
Summary: Supports early-career professors at universities of applied sciences in Germany to develop research projects and gain experience with DFG third-party funding.
This program is designed to foster research engagement among early-career professors at universities of applied sciences in Germany. Project Academies provide a structured, thematic environment where participants can initiate and advance research activities, develop experience in securing and managing DFG third-party funding, and engage in scientific dialogue and collaboration. The initiative aims to accelerate the professional development of applied sciences professors and strengthen research capacity in this sector.