Workshops and Seed Funding for Projects
The University of Cambridge funds workshops and seed projects to foster innovative research collaborations with a German-related or comparative focus in the Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences.
Funder: University of Cambridge
Due Dates: September 13, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to £6,000 per event/project for workshops and seed funding; higher limits for collaborations with DAAD centres; funding is reimbursed based on actual costs.
Summary: Supports Cambridge academics to build collaborative workshops and projects with German and international partners, fostering innovative research connections.
Key Information: Projects must have a German-related or comparative focus in Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences.
Description
This funding opportunity, administered by the University of Cambridge, is aimed at Cambridge-based academics and PhD students seeking to establish or deepen collaborations with colleagues at German universities and research institutes. The scheme is designed to promote innovative academic activities and lay the groundwork for future research partnerships, not only with Germany but also with international networks in North America, Central and Eastern Europe, and the developing world. Funding is available for organizing workshops, initiating seed projects, and supporting activities that have a clear German-related or comparative theme within the Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences.
