Participation Scholarships
Scholarships for young scientists to participate in events in collaboration with the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings Foundation, the Falling Walls Foundation, and the German National Academy of Sciences Leopoldina.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Awarding scholarships to highly qualified early-career researchers for participation in prestigious scientific events such as the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings, the Falling Walls Conference, and the assemblies of the German Society of Natural Scientists and Physicians.
Eligible to apply
- Individuals
Funding requirements
- Proposal by university or research institute
- Selection by expert jury (physics professors or DPG trusted lecturers)
- Proof of outstanding scientific achievements
Evaluation criteria
- Proposal by partner institution
- Selection criteria of the jury
Description
The Wilhelm and Else Heraeus Foundation continuously awards participation scholarships for highly qualified early-career researchers in the field of physics and related natural sciences. In cooperation with the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings Foundation, the Falling Walls Foundation, and the German Society of Natural Scientists and Physicians (GDNÄ), awards in the form of prize money are granted to enable attendance at selected specialist events. Funding is provided, among others, for up to 50 early-career researchers as "Heraeus Fellows" at the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings, 20 participants at the "International Conference on Future Breakthroughs in Science and Society" in Berlin, as well as prize-winning contributions at the biennial meetings of the GDNÄ. The initiative aims to offer young researchers interdisciplinary exchange, networking among experts, and the opportunity to present their own results at the highest scientific level.
Awarding is made exclusively upon nomination by universities or research institutes; self-application is excluded. An independent expert jury composed of physics professors and DPG trusted lecturers selects candidates based on outstanding scientific achievements. Funding requirements include the institutional nomination resolution, legal review by experts, and proof of scientific excellence. This continuous funding opportunity is aimed at individuals in Germany and underscores the Foundation's commitment to sustainably support early-career scientists and open up international career prospects.
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