Startup grants are available for young researchers who are establishing their own research groups. Eligible applicants should hold a position at a university or research institute, or alternatively, a clinical position at a university-affiliated hospital. Applicants must have received their PhD in 2019 or later.
Grants may be awarded no more than twice. Applicants who have previously received this grant must indicate this in their application and submit a satisfactory report to be considered for a second award.
Priority will be given to applicants who have not yet received other major startup grants covering salary and running costs for multiple years.
2025 Call
The application system for the 2025 call is open from
May 19 until midnight on June 27.
Your application will be processed according to standard procedures. The decision is final and cannot be appealed. Review notes will not be distributed. You will be notified of the decision by email in November.
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