Our publications

The following publications will help you navigate through the German research environment and provide information on research performing organisations, funding and career opportunities, and interesting research areas. Whether you are interested in basic or applied research, an academic career or a position at a non-university research institution – we invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany.

About the German research landscape

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The cover of the brochure "The German Research Landscape". It depicts the country of Germany in strong colors. Over it is written the brochure's title. On the bottom left there is the logo of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. On the bottom right is the logo of "Research in Germany"

The German research landscape

2021, 86 pages

German inventions have changed people´s lives. At the same time, research and development are what keep a successful economy going. This brochure shows who is behind this: universities and research institutes, Federal and state institutions and companies committed to research. Enjoy discovering the German research landscape!

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The cover of the Link postcard. It depicts a colorful Germany. Over it is written the brochure's title. On the bottom left there is the logo of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. On the bottom right is the logo of "Research in Germany"

Link postcard

A short collection of the most important links to help you get started on your research career in Germany.

Career & funding

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The cover of the brochure "Funding you Research Career in Germany". It depicts three researchers. Over it is written the brochure's title. On the bottom left there is the logo of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. On the bottom right is the logo of "Research in Germany"

Funding your research in Germany

2023-2024, 80 pages

A selection of funding programmes for German and foreign academics run by the most important research funding institutions. Target group: international students, graduates, post-docs and academics interested in a research stay in Germany.

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Research careers in Germany – A guide for international postdocs and experienced researchers

2020, 40 pages

This brochure outlines the career opportunities Germany offers international postdocs and experienced researchers. It provides information on the different ways to become a leading scientist.

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The cover of the brochure "Doing a PhD in Germany". It depicts a graduation cap and a diploma. On the bottom left there is the logo of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. On the bottom right is the logo of "Research in Germany"

Doing a PhD in Germany

2019, 40 pages

This booklet for (prospective) international doctoral students presents the different options for doing a doctorate in Germany. It explains the formal requirements and gives some practical advice on finding the right supervisor or doctoral programme. It also outlines different sponsorship and funding options.

Subject-specific Information

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Research in Germany - AI Research

2021, poster

Are you interested in studying, pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of AI Research in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This poster provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field of AI Research.

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Research in Germany - Political Science Research

2020, poster

Are you interested in studying, pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Political Science Research in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This poster provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field of Political Science Research.

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Research in Germany - Geosciences and Environmental Sciences

2022, 32 pages

Are you interested in studying, pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of geosciences and environmental sciences in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field of geosciences and environmental sciences.

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Research in Germany - Neurosciences

2022, 33 pages

Are you interested in studying, pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Neurosciences in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field of Neurosciences.

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Research in Germany - Cancer Research

2022, 32 pages

Are you interested in pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Cancer Research in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field.

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Research in Germany – Economics and Business Administration Research

2020, poster

Are you interested in studying, pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Economic or Business Administration Research in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This poster provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field of Economic and Business Administration Research.

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Research in Germany – Gastroenterological Research

2019, poster

Are you interested in studying, pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Gastroenterological Research in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This poster provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field of Gastroenterological Research.

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Research in Germany – Cardiovascular Research

2020, poster

Are you interested in studying, pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Cardiovascular Research in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This poster provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field of Cardiovascular Research.

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Research in Germany - Materials Science and Engineering

2023, 33 pages

Are you interested in pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Materials Science and Engineering in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field.

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Research in Germany - Ecology and Evolution

2020, 32 pages

Are you interested in pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Ecology and Evolution in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field.

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Research in Germany - Physics

2023, 20 pages

Are you interested in pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Physics in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field.

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Research in Germany - Social and Behavioural Sciences

2019, 34 pages

This brochure provides a first insight into research in Germany in the field of social and behavioural sciences and is especially recommended to early career researchers from abroad.

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Research in Germany - Immunology and Infectiology

June 2022, 35 pages

Are you interested in pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Immunology and Infectiology in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field

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Research in Germany - Humanities and Cultural Studies

2019, 37 pages

Are you interested in pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Humanities and Cultural Studies in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field.

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Research in Germany - Mathematics

2020, 27 pages

Are you interested in studying, pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Mathematics in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field of Mathematics.

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Research in Germany - Chemistry

2022, 28 Pages

Are you interested in pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of chemistry in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field.

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Research in Germany - Cellular and Molecular Biology

Are you interested in studying, pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of cellular and molecular biology in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field of cellular and molecular biology.

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Research in Germany – Manufacturing Science and Engineering

Are you interested in pursuing your PhD or getting cooperation partners in the field of Manufacturing Science and Engineering in Germany? We invite you to explore the many opportunities available to you in Germany. This brochure provides students, early career researchers and partners from abroad with information to find places of interest and potential cooperation partners in their specific field.