2026

DFG at European Union Research & Innovation Information Day at Symbiosis International (Deemed University) Noida Campus

group picture of the The European Union Research and Innovation Counsellors and representatives at Symbiosis International University, Noida Campus — The European Union Research and Innovation Counsellors and representatives at Symbiosis International University, Noida Campus.

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(25.02.2026) The EU Delegation to India, in collaboration with EURAXESS Links India, organizsed a half‑day information and networking event titled “Exploring Research and Funding Opportunities in Europe” at the Symbiosis International (Deemed University) Noida Campus on 12 February 2026. The DFG oOffice India highlighted various funding options for international research collaboration and discussed options to continue research networks between Germany and India. Read more(interner Link)

Fostering Indo‑German Research Collaboration via DFG Outreach in Pune and the 10th Max Planck Partner Group Meeting, Mumbai

Group picture of the German delegation at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research in Pune — German delegation at IISER Pune

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(25.02.2026) The DFG Office India organised a two‑day outreach visit in Pune and participated in the Partner Group Meeting in Mumbai. The discussions showcased a strong interest in Indo-German collaborations. Read more(interner Link)

New DFG Liaison Scientist for Central Asia

(02.02.26) In this interview, Dr. Liebelt from Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, head of the Central Asia Sustainable Innovation Bureau, talks about the relevance of this research region and the opportunities that his new position brings. Read more(interner Link)

DFG at the Humboldt Kolleg 2025 in Kolkata

picture of the following attendees at the Panel Discussion on “Building a Global Research Ecosystem: Advancing Science for the Benefit of Humanity and the Planet” from left to right: Prof. Ranjan Ganguly, Jadavpur University; Prof. Saibal Kar, Centre for Studies in Social Sciences, Kolkata; Prof. Pulak Sengupta, Jadavpur University; Dr. Vaibhav Agarwal, Deputy Director, DFG Office India; Dr. Mrinalini Walawalkar, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Bombay — Panel Discussion on “Building a Global Research Ecosystem: Advancing Science for the Benefit of Humanity and the Planet”, L to R: Prof. Ranjan Ganguly, Jadavpur University; Prof. Saibal Kar, Centre for Studies in Social Sciences, Kolkata; Prof. Pulak Sengupta, Jadavpur University; Dr. Vaibhav Agarwal, Deputy Director, DFG Office India; Dr. Mrinalini Walawalkar, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Bombay

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(23.01.26) The Humbold Kolleg in Kolkata on “Recent advances in sustainable environment, chemical synthesis, and clean energy” took place from 10 to 13 December 2025. The DFG Office India highlighted various funding options for international research collaboration and discussed options to continue research networks between Germany and India. Read more(interner Link)

Boosting International Research Cooperation: DFG Intensifies Its Engagement in Central Asia

Picture of the hall of the bilateral Universities Forum at the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Berlin during the lecture of DFG Vice President Professor Karin Jacobs. — DFG Vice President Professor Karin Jacobs attending the bilateral Universities Forum at the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Berlin in November 2025.

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(22.01.26) As part of its strategic cooperation expansion with Central Asia, the DFG traveled to the region with Vice President Professor Karin Jacobs, among others, and participated in numerous events and networking meetings. Read more(interner Link)

DFG North America and Clusters of Excellence make an appearance at Cell Bio 2025

group picture of the Cell Biology in Germany team, from left to right: Britta Mädge, Stefan Altevogt, Vanessa Kellner, Christina Gross, Waldemar Kolanus, Carien Niessen, Fabian Krohm, Dagmar Wachten und Jewgenija Kovalova — The Cell Biology in Germany team: (l-r) Britta Mädge, Stefan Altevogt, Vanessa Kellner, Christina Gross, Waldemar Kolanus, Carien Niessen, Fabian Krohm, Dagmar Wachten und Jewgenija Kovalova

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(14.01.26) Three Clusters of Excellence helped DFG North America present cutting-edge research at the “Cell Bio 2025” conference. Read more(interner Link)

GRC Regional Meeting and SGCI Academic Symposium in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

group picture of the participants at the GRC Regional Meeting Sub-Saharan Africa and SGCI Academic Symposium in Bulawayo — Participants at the GRC Regional Meeting Sub-Saharan Africa and SGCI Academic Symposium in Bulawayo

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(06.01.2026) “From Regional Dialogue to Global Impact”: an event in Bulawayo is bringing together research funding organisations and researchers from Sub-Saharan Africa and beyond to facilitate exchange. Read more(interner Link)