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2026 Starter Grant Programme
Grant
About
The 2026 Starter Grant Programme, organized by the University of Bayreuth Centre of International Excellence "Alexander von Humboldt," offers €10,000 in funding for innovative and interdisciplinary research projects, particularly encouraging international collaboration and academic exchange, with additional benefits for applicants with children and opportunities for further funding through the Booster Grant.
Benefits
- 💰Financial SupportFunding of €10,000 for project expenses
- 👨👩👧 Family AllowanceAdditional €250 monthly family allowance for applicants with at least one child
- 💰Booster Grant OpportunityOpportunity to apply for a €20,000 Booster Grant after successful completion of the Starter Grant
- 💰Department SubsidiesMonthly subsidies for the collaborating researcher's department (between €500 and €800, depending on the discipline)
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all disciplines with specific provisions for African studies
- Applicants must belong to foreign institutions
- Must submit challenging, innovative, and high-quality research projects
- Previous impactful results required (e.g., high-ranking publications)
- Potential to expand collaboration network with the University of Bayreuth
- Applicants must identify a local collaborating researcher at the University of Bayreuth before applying
Target Sector
All Industries
Target Location
Global
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