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Scientific Equipment as Part of the DFG's Major Research Instrumentation Programme as per Art. 91b GG
Purpose of Funding
In accordance with Art. 91b GG, the DFG funds large scientific equipment through its Major Research Instrumentation Programme. Financing is provided in equal parts by the DFG and the university's home state. To be eligible for funding, proposed research instrumentation projects must be of high quality and national importance. The instrumentation must primarily serve research purposes. This criterion is fulfilled if the necessity of the purchase and its usage are based solely on its intended use in research. In addition, the instrumentation may also be used in teaching and/or medical care. These areas will not be considered when assessing the necessity of the equipment.
Eligibility Requirements
1. German public universities and private, institutionally accredited higher education institutions in Germany are eligible to apply.
2. Proposals for major instrumentation, which can be submitted at any time, are sent to the DFG in accordance with the respective state guidelines. The states and/or universities must guarantee 50% co-financing.
3. The lead scientist shall serve as the applicant and submit the relevant proposal form and documentation. The proposal is then passed on from the university to the appropriate Science or Culture Ministry and from there on to the DFG
Type and Extent of Funding
Major instrumentation is the sum of the components, including accessories, that form an operational unit for the intended application. A clear relationship should exist between the base unit (including software) and its accessories – which can include methodological and measurement-related expansions or supplements that are not directly required for operation.
The instrumentation must cost over €100,000 for universities of applied science and over €200,000 for other universities. The maximum limit is €5 million.
