FWF Specialized Research Groups

16.09.2025

For consortia of three to twelve outstanding researchers from all scientific disciplines working at Austrian research institutions.

Deadline for Pre-proposals: September 16th 2025

 

This new program replaces the two previous programs “Special Research Areas” and “Research Groups”.

Target group:

The program is aimed at consortia of three to twelve outstanding researchers from all scientific disciplines working at one or more Austrian research institutions. It is open for all disciplines and interdisciplinary teams, including art-based basic research.

Funding amount and period:

  • €3 to 9 million for 60 months
  • One follow-up application for a second funding period (48 months) can be submitted.

Pre-proposal Deadline:

September 16th 2025, 2 pm local time Vienna

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