German Research Foundation (DFG): funding support of cooperation with Ukraine

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The following support and information offerings for Ukrainian researchers are currently being highlighted:

  • The DFG is expanding its existing funding measures for refugee researchers by making it easier to work on DFG research projects and apply for funding under the Walter Benjamin Programme (in this case there are no restrictions with regard to the career phase).
  • In addition, the DFG is taking over the funding of the Ukrainian share of bilateral research projects in connection with research grants for individual projects under the programme Cooperation with Developing Countries.

From September 2022: It is possible to request funding via the applicants in Germany to cover the living expenses of Ukrainian partners up to a maximum amount of €1,000 per month per project leader; if approved, this funding can be transferred. A detailed breakdown of these requested funds is only required in the “Description of the Project – Project Proposal”. (Information for Researchers No. 65).

In addition, there is the option of raising funds for a Ukrainian project leader by submitting a supplemental proposal in connection with existing German-Ukrainian or purely German projects. If researchers from Ukraine are to be newly included in projects in this way, an explanation must be provided of the work to be added to the current projects. The option to apply is subject to a time limit until further notice and applies to all proposals received by the DFG up to and including 31 August 2026. Projects with a small financial volume are also welcome in order to start collaborations and prepare more extensive joint projects.

When initiating joint projects, funds can be applied for using the funding instrument “Initiation of International Collaboration”. If several different modules will be used during a short time frame and doing so will enable cooperation preparations to be made particularly effectively, the modules may be combined. The funding remains available for a maximum of 12 months after the approval date, and the individual collaborative measures must be carried out within this time frame. Funding is available for the following collaborative measures:

  • Trips abroad (max. three months) or guest visits in Germany (max. three month);
  • Exploratory workshops.