Leibniz-Institut für Europäische Geschichte (IEG)

The Leibniz Institute of European History (IEG) in Mainz is an independent non-university research institute and a member of the Leibniz Association. Since 1500, it has been researching the political, social, religious, and cultural foundations of Europe, employing transnational, comparative, and global historical approaches. Additionally, it addresses current developments in the Digital Humanities. The institute supports international early-career researchers through a prestigious fellowship and guest program and possesses a specialized library as well as diverse cooperative networks.

The IEG aims to contribute to the understanding of European developments through excellent historical fundamental research and to reduce prejudices. It pursues a cross-border, comparative study of Europe's religious, intellectual, and social traditions and promotes the transfer of knowledge to society. By awarding scholarships, it supports young researchers worldwide and strengthens international dialogue in historical European research.

The funding programs of the IEG are aimed at doctoral candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and visiting scholars in the fields of European history, history of religions, and related historical disciplines. They target international researchers pursuing innovative projects with comparative, digital-historical, or environmental-historical questions. The residential and work facilities in the institute building in Mainz promote interdisciplinary exchange and focused work.