Bayreuth Humboldt Centre Research Grants 2026–2027 are now accepting applications from outstanding international researchers seeking to collaborate with the University of Bayreuth in Germany. Through its Starter Grant Programme 2027 and Short-Term Grants Programme 2026, the Bayreuth Humboldt Centre supports innovative international research partnerships across all academic disciplines while strengthening global research networks.
Researchers from universities and research institutions worldwide are encouraged to apply before the application deadline.
1. Bayreuth Humboldt Centre Starter Grants 2027
The Starter Grant Programme 2027 provides funding to international researchers wishing to initiate long-term research collaborations with academics at the University of Bayreuth.
Successful applicants receive funding to support independent research projects and establish sustainable international research partnerships.
Starter Grant Benefits
Selected researchers will receive:
- Research grant worth €10,000
- Funding to support project implementation
- Access to the University of Bayreuth’s research infrastructure
- Office and laboratory space provided by the host researcher
- Opportunity to build long-term international collaborations
- Eligibility to apply for a Booster Grant worth €20,000 after successfully completing the Starter Grant
- Additional €250 monthly family allowance for grantees accompanied by at least one child
Programme Objectives
The programme aims to:
- Promote excellent international research.
- Strengthen collaboration between researchers worldwide.
- Encourage interdisciplinary research.
- Foster international academic networking.
- Support innovative research with long-term collaboration potential.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be affiliated with a university or research institution outside Germany.
- Hold a completed PhD (including the official diploma).
- Demonstrate excellent academic achievements.
- Present an innovative research project of outstanding quality.
- Secure a research host at the University of Bayreuth before applying.
Applications are open across all disciplines, subject to specific regulations for African Studies.
Host Requirement
Applicants must independently identify and contact a researcher at the University of Bayreuth who agrees to host the collaboration.
The host will provide:
- Office space
- Laboratory facilities where applicable
- Research infrastructure
- Academic collaboration throughout the project
Booster Grant Opportunity
Researchers who successfully complete their Starter Grant may later apply for the Booster Grant, which provides:
- €20,000 additional funding
Applicants must demonstrate successful outcomes such as:
- Joint scientific publications
- Collaborative workshops
- Conferences
- Other measurable research achievements
2. Bayreuth Humboldt Centre Short Term Grants 2026
The Short Term Grants Programme 2026 supports international researchers planning short research visits to the University of Bayreuth.
These grants are intended for research stays of approximately one to three weeks.
Short Term Grant Benefits
Successful applicants receive funding covering:
- International travel expenses
- Accommodation in Bayreuth
- Maximum reimbursement of €3,500
The programme is available across all research disciplines.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be affiliated with an institution outside Germany.
- Hold a completed PhD.
- Demonstrate academic excellence.
- Propose a high-quality collaborative research project.
- Arrange a research host at the University of Bayreuth before submitting the application.
Research Collaboration
The programme is designed to strengthen international collaboration by enabling researchers to:
- Conduct joint research.
- Build academic partnerships.
- Develop future collaborative projects.
- Connect with Bayreuth’s interdisciplinary research networks.
Commitment to Diversity
The Bayreuth Humboldt Centre encourages applications from researchers of all backgrounds and is committed to promoting diversity and gender equality.
Female researchers and applicants who contribute to increasing diversity within the University’s research community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Deadline
Deadline: 15 September 2026
Applicants for both the Starter Grants and Short Term Grants must submit complete applications through the Bayreuth Humboldt Centre’s online application system.
Research Fields
Applications are welcomed from researchers in virtually all academic disciplines, including:
- Natural Sciences
- Engineering
- Medicine
- Computer Science
- Social Sciences
- Humanities
- Economics
- Agriculture
- Environmental Sciences
- Law
- Education
- Business
- Health Sciences
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Life Sciences
About the Bayreuth Humboldt Centre
University of Bayreuth Centre of International Excellence “Alexander von Humboldt” promotes world-class international research collaboration by supporting excellent researchers from around the globe. Through competitive funding programmes, the Centre helps build lasting partnerships between international scholars and researchers at the University of Bayreuth while advancing innovative interdisciplinary research.
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