Research Programs of the Research Funding Fund of the Private Medical University of Salzburg

The Research Funding Fund of the Private Medical University of Salzburg (PMU) continuously supports innovative research projects in the state of Salzburg through financial grants. The aim is to strengthen excellent research personnel at the PMU as well as at the Salzburg State Hospitals and to advance scientific innovations. The funds are awarded through a transparent allocation procedure, which is based on the guidelines of the “PMU Research Funding Fund Allocation Directive” and includes various funding categories. Following positive evaluation, project results must be demonstrated by a detailed final report within six weeks after the end of the funding period.

Eligible applicants are educational institutions and public entities, in particular researchers who have an active employment relationship with the Private Medical University of Salzburg or the Salzburg State Hospitals. Applications can be submitted electronically at any time without a deadline via the fund’s online portal. The application process requires compliance with formal requirements and the compilation of all documents specified in the funding guidelines. Incomplete applications will be returned for revision before being evaluated substantively. The grant promotes scientific excellence and contributes to sustainably strengthening the research landscape in Salzburg and advancing forward-looking medical issues in both clinical practice and science. Interested parties can find all relevant information on application procedures and funding criteria on the PMU Research Funding website.