Taiwan-German Collaboration in Research
Forecasted
The Taiwan-German Collaboration in Research supports joint German-Taiwanese research in engineering, humanities, and social sciences, funded by the German Research Foundation.
Funder: German Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027: elan portal registration deadline (projected) | February 2027: Proposal submission deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to 3 years of project funding; typical award size varies by project scope and DFG guidelines.
Summary: Supports collaborative research projects in engineering, humanities, and social sciences between German and Taiwanese teams, emphasizing integrated, high-impact partnerships.
Description
This bilateral program, jointly organized by the German Research Foundation (DFG) and Taiwan's National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), funds outstanding collaborative research projects that bring together German and Taiwanese researchers. The initiative is designed to foster integrated international partnerships, with projects required to demonstrate a strong, cohesive work plan and clear anticipated research benefits from the collaboration. Eligible disciplines include Engineering Sciences as well as Humanities and Social Sciences. Funding is awarded for up to three years, with proposals evaluated independently by both funding agencies. Only projects recommended by both DFG and NSTC will receive support.
