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FRIAS as a host institution

FRIAS offers fellowships for scientists with own funding for uninterrupted research visits of more than two months, provided they have a connection to a person/institution at the University of Freiburg. Applications may be subjected to further scientific evaluation by FRIAS.

FRIAS assumes the customary duties of a host institute and provides organisational assistance concerning the visit. Additionally, the Institute promotes candidates supported by renowned funding programmes - e.g. Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (AvH), Heisenberg Grant, Volkswagen Foundation, European Research Council (ERC), German Research Foundation (DFG) - which require a declaration of support from a host institute.

FRIAS provides a fully equipped working desk at the Institute and additional support for the research work as well as a very stimulating intellectual atmosphere. In return, at least an 80% presence at FRIAS, participation in the academic programme, and, more generally, a willingness to engage in an exchange with the FRIAS community is expected. Please note that most FRIAS activities fall within the period from October to July.

  • Who: Researchers with exceptional qualifications across all levels (doctorate and above) from Freiburg, Germany, Europe and around the world.
  • Disciplines: Open to all disciplines
  • Application: Enquiries and applications can be made at any time. If you would like to apply, please send a current CV, a short project outline with justification for the desired connection to FRIAS, and a letter of support from your contact person at the University of Freiburg (PDF format, maximum 6 pages in total) to . FRIAS will respond promptly with a decision.

  • Period of funding: Arranged on a case-by-case basis.
  • Partners: FRIAS is open to collaboration with research institutes from across the university and region.