Scholarship of the Assmann Foundation for Prevention (Doctoral Funding in Prevention)
Scholarship for students and early-career researchers in human medicine or related fields with doctoral topics in the area of prevention (cardiovascular, oncological, and neurological diseases). Up to €6,000 per year. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Funding of doctoral projects in the field of prevention of cardiovascular diseases, oncological and neurological disorders.
Eligible to apply
- Individuals
Funding requirements
- Study of human medicine at a German university or a closely related subject
- Physikum or first section of the medical examination
- Doctoral thesis in the context of prevention
Documents required for application
- Application letter and, if applicable, letter of motivation
- Personal data
- Curriculum vitae
- High school diploma (certified copy)
- Certificate of the preliminary medical examination and, if applicable, the first section of the medical examination (certified copy)
- Letter of recommendation from the academic supervisor
- Description of the doctoral project with timeline
- Information on receipt of other funding, e.g., BAföG
- Cost breakdown
- If applicable, activities outside of studies (e.g., voluntary work)
Description
The Assmann Foundation for Prevention supports committed medical students and early-career researchers nationwide who are pursuing a doctoral project in the field of prevention of cardiovascular, oncological, or neurological diseases. With an annual grant of up to €6,000, the funding makes a significant contribution to advancing innovative research ideas and strengthening medical prevention efforts. The continuously open application deadlines allow for flexible submission, enabling doctoral projects to be started or continued without time pressure.
For a successful application, proof of enrollment in human medicine (or a closely related field) at a German university as well as passing the first medical examination or the Physikum is required. Additionally, a detailed project description with a timeline is requested, accompanied by copies of certificates (Abitur, Physikum/first section of the medical examination) and a letter of recommendation from the supervising scientists. A curriculum vitae, information on previously received funding, a cost breakdown, and, if applicable, evidence of extracurricular engagement complete the application documents. This funding opportunity is aimed at those dedicated to researching and preventing serious diseases and who wish to contribute to the future of health with their doctoral thesis.
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