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Ursula M. Händel Animal Welfare Prize 2026

DFG honours researchers from Berlin and Tübingen
Ursula M. Händel Prizewinners 2026, Prof. Dr. Christa Thöne-Reineke and Prof. Dr. Birgit Schittek

Prof. Dr. Christa Thöne-Reineke und Prof. Dr. Birgit Schittek

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Veterinary scientist Christa Thöne-Reineke of FU Berlin is being recognised for her consistent commitment to integrating animal welfare in research and training. Molecular medicine specialist Birgit Schittek receives the award for developing 3D skin models that make it possible to replace animal experiments.

DFG to Fund 10 New Research Training Groups

Approximately €70 million for the first funding period
DFG-Förderprogramm: Graduiertenkollegs

With initial funding for five years starting in autumn 2026, the new Research Training Groups will investigate topics ranging from multidimensional biomaterials and China’s geo-economic rise to the future of cities.

DFG to Fund 13 New Collaborative Research Centres

€170 million in funding for the first funding period in total

DFG-Förderprogramm: Sonderforschungsbereiche

The research topics covered by the new CRCs range from the development of new paper applications to the exploration of extraterrestrial life. In addition, 25 existing CRCs will be extended for a further funding period.

DFG - German Research Foundation

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Things to Know about the Proposal and Funding Process

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Funding Opportunities

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Calls for Proposals

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