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Basic module
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"Temporary Position for Principal Investigator" module
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"Replacement" module
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“Temporary Substitute for Clinician” module
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“Mercator Fellow” module
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“Project-Specific Workshop” module
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“Public Relations” module
Programmes and Modules
In mid-October 2011 the DFG began offering a number of its programmes in a modular structure. This “modularisation”, which includes a revised guideline portfolio for the programmes affected, enables applicants to select the combination of funding modules they need to complete their research. New forms and guidelines are available to facilitate this process. In addition, proposals for research grants may be submitted electronically for the first time.
The DFG’s programmes constitute the framework for proposals to the DFG. The various funding mechanisms have now been standardised as funding modules. This new structure enables applicants to select and combine the modules they need in the relevant programmes. For example, whether you are requesting replacement funding as part of a research grant or a Priority Programme, the same general conditions apply.
The following programmes are now offered in a modular structure:
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Research Grants Programme,
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Emmy Noether Programme,
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Heisenberg Programme,
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Research Units,
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Priority Programmes,
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Scientific Library Services and Information Systems (LIS).
Collaborative Research Centres and Research Training Groups will follow in a second step.
The section “Funding Programmes” under “Research Funding” (www.dfg.de) lists all of the DFG's programmes. Compact overviews and guidelines provide detailed information, enabling applicants to select the programme and modules they need.
Proposals should now be submitted on the basis of the new structure. The new guidelines and forms for research grants will also be available in elan, the DFG's electronic proposal processing system. Please note that the DFG Head Office will only accept proposals in the previous paper form until 1 February 2012.
The decision to modularise the DFG’s programmes was made by the DFG’s Joint Committee in December 2009. The goals were to increase transparency and eliminate programme inconsistencies. This new structure will enable both experienced applicants and those who are new to the DFG to access the information they need quickly and efficiently.
An Overview of Programmes and Modules
The following overview shows the modularised programmes and their respective modules effective since mid-October 2011. Implementation for Collaborative Research Centres and Research Training Groups will take place in a second step. Details on the modules can be found in the new guidelines.
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Basic module
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“Temporary Substitute for Clinician” module
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“Head of an Emmy Noether Independent Junior Research Group” module
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“Mercator Fellow" module
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“Project-Specific Workshop” module
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“Public Relations” module
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“Heisenberg Fellowship” module
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“Heisenberg Professorship” module
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Basic module
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“Temporary Position for Principal Investigator” module
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“Replacement” module
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“Temporary Substitute for Clinician” module
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“Professorship” module
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“Mercator Fellow” module
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“Project-Specific Workshop” module
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“Start-Up Funding” module
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“Coordination” module
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“Network Funds” module
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“Public Relations” module
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“Gender Equality Measures” module
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Basic module
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“Temporary Position for Principal Investigator” module
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“Replacement” module
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“Temporary Substitute for Clinician” module
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“Mercator Fellow" module
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“Project-Specific Workshop” module
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“Start-Up Funding” module
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“Coordination” module
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“Network Funds” module
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“Public Relations” module
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“Gender Equality Measures” module
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Basic module
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"Project-Specific Workshop" module
