Funding of Institutes & Centers

Funding Program for Institutes and Centers at Zeppelin University
The ZU|Foundation continuously provides grants to public institutions in Baden-Württemberg to strengthen institute- and center-related activities in research and teaching. The goal is to promote problem-oriented scientific work that addresses societal challenges interdisciplinarily and develops concrete solution approaches beyond the term "social innovations." By providing financial resources for professorships and scientific staff, institutes and research centers at Zeppelin University can expand their personnel capacity and tackle new questions from political science, economics, culture, and other disciplines in their interplay.

The funding offer is particularly aimed at institutions that design innovative projects through interdisciplinary cooperation and create societal added value. Whether establishing new chairs or expanding existing research groups—the grants enable the establishment of sustainable structures for teaching and research. Applications can be submitted at any time and offer the involved individuals and teams the opportunity to actively participate in forward-looking solution strategies. The program not only strengthens thematic networks but also sets long-term impulses for cultural, educational, and innovation processes that radiate beyond the university sphere.