Current  call for proposals 

The European Union (EU) aims to effectively secure European competitiveness in the field of science and innovations. Participants at universities should refer to the following information on funding: 

"Cooperation": This supports all types of research activities carried out by different research bodies in trans-national cooperation with at least three EU-members. Calls for proposals will be given out on the basis of an annual program and are connected to distinct themes. Additionally, there are calls for proposal not linked to certain themes.  

"People": The 'Marie Curie Actions' have been developed to respond to the needs of Europe's scientific community in terms of training, mobility and career development. Funds are also allocated to collaboration projects between science and commerce. The call for proposals will be in effect annually and will not be restricted to specific themes. 

"Ideas": The newly established European Research Council (ERC) funds individuals. The call for proposals will be in effect annually and will not be restricted to specific themes. 

Further information for applicants at Kiel University (intern)