Invitation of excellent researchers from all disciplines to Bonn for short stays (up to 12 days). Applications can only be submitted by the host scientists from the University of Bonn.
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What is the goal of the grant program?
This grant program is designed for the invitation of excellent researchers from all areas of specialization to spend a short period of time at the University of Bonn (up to 12 days). Preference will be given to scholars from strategic partner universities and universities in priority countries for international collaboration.
The idea is to involve the fellows in Bonn’s academic life as much as possible and make them visible to the public (or at least the academic public). Additionally, these fellowships are supposed to open up areas for future collaboration projects between applicants and fellows.
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Post-doctoral scholars and experienced faculty who research and/ or teach abroad at a university or research institute and who have a strong international reputation in their field of research. Researchers need to be invited by a host from the University of Bonn. Applications can only be submitted by members of the University.
Please note that we cannot establish contact between interested fellows and faculty from the University of Bonn.
What are the selection criteria?
Scientific reputation of the fellows in their areas of specialization
The fellows’ contribution to academic life in Bonn (e.g. through public lectures, seminars or colloquiums)
The expected longer-term impact of the stay and a plan to further develop the collaboration between the fellow and host institute in Bonn
Dates
Deadline:
September 22, 2025
Cost/funding for participants
Fully Funded
What is the size of the funding?
The funding covers:
A travel allowance for the fellow (depending on country of origin)
An allowance of €160 per day for the fellow (up to 12 days including day of arrival and departure)
Material expenses for events organized by the hosting institut (up to €500 per proposal), i.e.
Catering costs (up to €50 per guest/ €40 for university members)
Funds for public relations and outreach activities
Fellows must begin their stay between January 01, 2026 and December 31, 2026. The funding must be fully spent by December 31, 2026.
Deadline:
September 22, 2025
Location(s)
University of Bonn
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