Research Impulses
The DFG Research Impulses programme funds collaborative, innovative research consortia at German universities of applied sciences to strengthen research profiles and foster long-term, high-quality knowledge-driven research.
Funder: German Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Letter of Intent) | May 2027 (Draft Proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to €1 million per year for 5 years (max. €5 million total per project; plus programme allowance for indirect costs)
Summary: Funds research consortia at German universities of applied sciences to strengthen research profiles and foster knowledge-driven research.
Key Information: Highly competitive; only one application per university per round; two-stage application with required letter of intent and draft proposal.
Description
The Research Impulses programme supports research consortia at research-oriented universities of applied sciences (HAW/FH) in Germany. The initiative aims to help these institutions further develop their research profiles, enhance knowledge-driven research conditions, and increase their competitiveness within the German research landscape. Funding is intended for collaborative, high-quality, and innovative research projects that demonstrate clear added value from cooperation and foster long-term research capacity at HAW/FH.
