Zukunftsnetzwerk Weimarer Dreieck

Nov 2, 2026 · 24 days left

Objective The programme “Future Network Weimar Triangle: Science for Europe” aims to expand the political initiative “Weimar Triangle”, launched in 1991 by the foreign ministers of Germany, France, and Poland, to include a sustainable science platform (to promote trilateral cooperation between Germany, France, and Poland). The programme aims to develop innovative solutions to European and global challenges through joint research projects and to strengthen European integration and the European Research Area through networking and exchange. Who can apply? Exceptionally qualified researchers in all disciplines who wish to apply for a research stay up to 24 months in Germany and would like to get involved in one of the future-oriented topics listed below and are open to taking on the role of technical coordinator for one of the five working groups within the scholarship programme: • Technologies for climate-neutral energy production and mobility, as well as climate protection) (e.g., fusion technologies, decarbonization of the economy and expansion of renewable energy, energy storage, and cross-border infrastructure) • Artificial intelligence and digitalization, as well as microelectronics (e.g., strengthening Europe’s digital sovereignty, research on AI applications, ethical standards, and cybersecurity; research on innovative, AI-enabled chip applications) • Security in Europe and the resilience of the scientific system (e.g., knowledge security, research data security; research on countering hybrid threats, risk management; security of key strategic technologies and critical raw materials; science communication) • Biotechnology and medicine of the future (e.g., resilient agricultural and food systems, innovative diagnostics and therapies, bioeconomy, medical technology, and sustainable health research) • Challenges, impacts, and benefits of new technologies on and for society (social sciences and humanities research, e.g., on human-machine interaction and the challenges posed by new technologies to the state and society in Europe). Postdoctoral researchers receiving funding must be willing to take on the role of coordinating a working group as part of the fellowship, with the support of other mentors (ideally continuing beyond their own stay in the host country). What can be funded? Funding is provided for a research stay in any field of study at a host institution of the applicant’s choice in Germany. Participation in courses, workshops, or similar events is not eligible for funding. In addition to promoting mobility, a central component of the program is the establishment of working groups designed to identify common interests and research areas, support interdisciplinary projects, and build long-term networks. The working groups consist of program fellows, doctorate candidates, postdocs, relevant DAAD alumni, university faculty and partners, thereby forming an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary community. This programme funds exchanges between scientists and researchers from Germany, France and Poland. Applications may also be submitted as a tandem. Please indicate this in the comments field of the application form if you have organised a research project jointly with other applicants. Duration of the funding • Funding is provided for seven to 24 months. • The funding must commence between 1 April and 30 September 2027. • The scholarship may be used flexibly for several shorter stays within a 24-month period starting in April 2027, if necessary. The first stay must begin in April 2027. When applying, you must provide a timetable outlining the breakdown of the stays (see ‘Application documents’). If the funding period is divided into several stays, you must provide concrete confirmation of supervision for at least the first period with your application. The grant is non-renewable. Value The scholarship includes the following financial benefits: • a monthly scholarship instalment of 2,000 Euros • payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance cover • Travel allowance (lump sum) for the outward and return journey • a monthly lump sum for research expenses in the amount of 313 Euros Under certain circumstances, you can apply for the following additional benefits after start of funding: • lump sum grants for attending conferences in the countries of the Weimar Triangle (Germany, France, Poland) • monthly allowance for accompanying members of family, only for a funding period of more than six months; please also read our important information for scholarship applicants / section F, point 3 • monthly rent subsidy, only for a funding period of more than six months (see important information for scholarship applicants, section F, point 9) • Grants for language courses taken during the funding period • In the case of a disability or chronic illness: subsidy for additional costs which result from disability or chronic illness and are not covered by other funding providers • Funding for an annual in-person networking meeting organised by the selected working group As part of the 'Future Network Weimar Triangle: Science for Europe programme, three major networking forums will be held in person, in Warsaw in 2027, Paris in 2028, and Germany in 2029. These events will bring together partner organisations, grant recipients, alumni and active programme participants, providing an opportunity to present projects and results and establish further collaborations. Alongside the current programme participants, partner organisations, grant recipients and alumni will also be invited. Furthermore, outstanding trilateral projects will be awarded a research prize at the closing forum in Germany. Selection The selection committees are composed based on academic and, where applicable, regional criteria. The volunteer committee members are appointed by the DAAD Executive Board and are primarily professors and lecturers at German universities and research institutions. They review the applications and decide on the awarding of scholarships. Former DAAD scholarship recipients may also participate in the selection process. DAAD staff members chair the meetings but do not have voting rights. The selection criteria are: • Academic qualifications, documented through a description of your academic background, letters of recommendation, and publications • The quality and academic rigor of the research project • The implementation plan • The expertise of the host institution • The suitability of the research project in terms of long-term career planning (the applicant’s potential) The following are also of central importance: • Documentation of previous research achievements in publications. In addition to the number of publications and the applicant’s own contribution (if multiple authors are involved), the quality of the journal or publisher is also an important criterion. The duration of previous research activity and the specific publication culture of the respective field are considered. • The applicants’ academic independence. This should be demonstrated by the selection of a new research focus and a new research environment following the completion of the doctoral degree or in connection with the planned project. If these conditions are not met, we recommend explaining the reasons in the supplementary remarks. • An explanation of your motivation for international networking within the framework of trinational cooperation, as well as your willingness and commitment to lead one of the working groups, if applicable In addition, to ensure equal opportunity, the selection committee may consider special life circumstances, which you can describe in the online application form. Please refer to the Important Scholarship Information / Section E, Point 3.

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