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"Fraunhofer Attract" gives researchers the chance to head their own research group, taking responsibility for budgets and personnel.
Through its funding programme, the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft supports external researchers wishing to work closely with industry with a view to turning their findings into practical applications. Fraunhofer currently runs 72 institutes and research institutions in Germany.
Who can apply?
Requirements for applicants include the following:
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outstanding scientists in the postdoc phase and application-oriented researchers from industry and business
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a project idea that shows a high degree of innovation and very good utilisation potential and that would be an excellent match with the strategy of a Fraunhofer institute
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joint application with the head of a Fraunhofer institute
What form does funding take?
The main scholarship benefits are as follows:
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a research budget of 2.5 million euros over a period of five years
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outstanding working conditions in fully-equipped Fraunhofer laboratories
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the chance to set up and run a new research group at a Fraunhofer institute
When is the closing date for applications?
The closing date for applications for projects due to start in June 2019 is 9 April 2019.
Terms and conditions of application
The terms and conditions of application can be found here:
www.fraunhofer.de > Research grant Fraunhofer Attract
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