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DAAD Postdoctoral Researchers International Mobility Experience (PRIME) 2021/22

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) invites applications from qualified post-doctoral researchers for temporary positions at German universities under the PRIME programme for supporting the international mobility of post-doc researchers.

Impacts of Covid-19 Lockdowns on Air Pollution

One consequence of the coronavirus pandemic has been global restrictions on mobility. This, in turn, has had an effect on pollution levels in the atmosphere. Researchers from across the world are using this unique opportunity to take measurements, collect data, and publish studies.

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Falling Walls Lab India 2021

Offers for Going International for your Science-based Start-ups

Are you an entrepreneur who has founded a research-based start-up? Do you wish to start or expand your business internationally? Germany offers a well-developed and vibrant ecosystem for science entrepreneurship. Why is Germany the right choice for taking your start-up international? Find out here! Below is a list of platforms and initiatives supporting international science entrepreneurship.

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German Chancellor Fellowship for Tomorrow’s Leaders

Are you a graduate with initial leadership experience? Would you like to implement a self-chosen project that supports your career development, is societally relevant and has a lasting public impact? Are you interested in actively participating in an international network of dedicated leaders? The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation is inviting applications for up to 60 German Chancellor Fellowships to prospective leaders from Brazil, China, India, Russia, South Africa and the USA – irrespective of their field of work. Recipients use the fellowship to conduct together with their German host and mentor a socially relevant project. The fellowship programme is under the patronage of the Federal Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Call for Nominations – Max Planck Mobility Grants

Max Planck-India Mobility Grants are travel grants by which cooperation between young Indian scientists and a Max Planck Institute (MPI) is to be initiated.

Call for Nominations – Max Planck Partner Groups

Calling outstanding junior scientists and postdocs! The call for nominations for Max Planck Partner Groups is now open. The Max Planck Partner Groups are intended for junior scientists or postdocs who have obtained their doctorate no longer than seven years ago (medicine: nine years). They must have spent a minimum of 12 months at an MPI before returning to a research institution in their home country. Partner Groups are supported for up to five years with €20,000 p.a. provided from MPG central funds. Funds can be used to cover expenses for travel, workshops, doctoral students/postdocs and minor equipment.