Doctoral Scholarship (Zeidler Research Foundation)
Scholarship for outstanding doctoral candidates in natural and engineering sciences for research projects at renowned institutes domestically and abroad. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Funding duration is generally 18 months.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Support for outstanding early-career researchers during their doctoral studies in natural and engineering sciences to carry out research projects at renowned institutes domestically and abroad.
Eligible to apply
- Individuals
Funding requirements
- Enrolled doctoral candidates in natural or engineering sciences
- Proof of outstanding scientific achievements
- Submission of a research project at a domestic or foreign institute
Documents required for application
- Project outline
- Application form (short/long)
- Curriculum vitae
- Certificate of enrollment
- Supervision commitment
Evaluation criteria
- Scientific excellence of the research project
- Interdisciplinary character
- Reputation of the research institution
Description
The Zeidler Research Foundation supports outstanding early-career researchers in the natural and engineering sciences with a doctoral scholarship. Eligible applicants are doctoral candidates who wish to carry out exceptional research projects at renowned institutions in Germany or abroad. The funding is provided as a grant and is generally awarded for a period of 18 months, with the possibility of individual extensions. The program emphasizes scientific excellence, interdisciplinary approaches, and the reputation of the chosen institution to sustainably strengthen innovative projects by doctoral candidates and promote international exchange.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; no fixed deadlines are set. Requirements for a successful application include a valid enrollment certificate, a submitted project outline, a short and a long application form, a current curriculum vitae, and a supervision commitment from the host institution. The evaluation is based on the quality of the research project, the disciplinary breadth, and the profile of the selected research institution. This transparent assessment ensures that only exceptionally capable doctoral candidates are supported. Interested parties can find all funding guidelines and application forms on the Zeidler Research Foundation’s website.
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