Research Impulses
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The Research Impulses grant from the German Research Foundation funds collaborative research consortia at German universities of applied sciences to strengthen their scientific capacity and research profiles.
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 (plus overhead); total up to 5 years, with possible 3-year extension
Summary: Supports research consortia at German universities of applied sciences (HAW/FH) to strengthen research profiles and long-term research capacity.
Key Information: Only HAW/FH and equivalent art/private colleges in Germany are eligible; highly competitive, one application per institution per round.
Description
The Research Impulses program, funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), aims to empower research-oriented universities of applied sciences (HAW/FH) in Germany by supporting collaborative research consortia. The program is designed to help these institutions develop and consolidate their research strategies, foster innovative and knowledge-driven research, and enhance their competitiveness within the German research landscape. Funding is provided for ambitious, high-quality projects that demonstrate clear added value through collaboration, a strong research profile, and a long-term vision for research advancement.
