A new call for ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Excellence Awards is now open. This programme, which began in 2021, is aimed at supporting highly competitive research in molecular life sciences.
The ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Excellence Award will provide funding to early-career group leaders to purchase laboratory equipment and consumables. It is endowed with a €100,000Ìý²¹·É²¹°ù»å.
Eligibility
To qualify for the ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Excellence Award, early-career group leaders must present a scientific research track record of proven academic excellence. Candidates must: (i) have obtained their PhD up to 6 years prior to submission of their proposal; (ii) have worked in a different country for at least 2 years prior to their current employment; (iii) hold a salaried position in a Host Institution of a ¹û¶³´«Ã½ country during the 3-year duration of the Award; (iv) have established and operated at the Host Institution for at least 1 year prior to submission of their proposal; and (v) belong to a ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Constituent Society.
Support period
3 years
Applications
Call opening:Â April 1, 2022
Deadline for submission:Â July 1, 2022
For detailed information, please read the following carefully: Guidelines for ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Excellence AwardsÌý²¹²Ô»åÌýFrequently asked questions about ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Excellence Awards
