Research Impulses
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The Research Impulses grant from the German Research Foundation funds collaborative, high-impact research consortia at German universities of applied sciences to boost innovation and research capacity.
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 per project, plus programme allowance); possible extension for up to 3 additional years.
Summary: Supports research consortia at German universities of applied sciences (HAW/FH) to strengthen research capacity, competitiveness, and long-term innovation.
Key Information: Only HAW/FH (including private, non-university art colleges) in Germany are eligible to apply; highly competitive two-stage process.
Description
The Research Impulses programme from the German Research Foundation (DFG) is designed to enhance the research landscape at German universities of applied sciences (HAW/FH) by supporting the formation and development of research consortia. The programme aims to help these institutions build their research profiles, increase competitiveness, and advance knowledge-driven research. Funding is intended for collaborative projects that demonstrate high scientific quality, originality, and a clear added value from collaboration, with a particular emphasis on long-term impact and structural strengthening of research at HAW/FH.
