Funding of projects on the topic "Establishment of a research infrastructure for target physics in laser fusion in Germany"

The funding program of the Federal Ministry for Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) is aimed at universities, research institutions, and public educational institutions in Germany that wish to strengthen their scientific infrastructure in the field of laser fusion. The goal is the systematic establishment of laboratories and technology for target physics to advance basic research for the development of future fusion power plants. The grant supports material resources, high-precision measurement technology, and experimental facilities that enable a close integration of theory, simulation, and experiment. The focus is on creating an innovation ecosystem in which national actors from science and technology can collaborate on pioneering solutions.

Funding applications can be submitted exclusively via the easy online system until January 31, 2026. A prerequisite for approval is a thematic focus on building research infrastructure for target physics in laser fusion. The current funding guidelines, the application form in the easy online portal, and a detailed project description are required for the application. The submission period begins on October 28, 2025, and ends at midnight on January 31, 2026. The funding aims to establish the scientific framework conditions necessary to develop and test robust technologies for fusion energy systems in the long term.