Akademienprogramm (research programme of the German academies of sciences) 2028 call

The Akademienprogramm is the joint long-term research programme of the German academies of sciences supporting long-term basic research in the humanities and historically working law, economics and social sciences. It funds modular, long-term projects (minimum 12, maximum 25 years) of supra-regional importance and national scientific-policy interest. Projects are scientifically overseen by one or more academies and may be conducted in cooperation with universities and non-university research institutions, including international cooperation.

Long-term research funding for projects (12–25 years) with at least €120,000 annual funding; support for research staff and project positions.

Researchers with a completed doctorate and an institutional affiliation in Germany may apply as single applicants or together with one or more co-applicants at one of the listed academies.

Submission of a research proposal to one of the participating academies as single or joint applicants with institutional attachment in Germany; details and contacts provided in the programme's application information.