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ANR-DFG NLE (Nouvelle Liaison Européenne)
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The ANR-DFG Nouvelle Liaison Européenne (NLE) funds collaborative research projects between French and German teams, requiring a mandatory consortium of at least one partner from each country. This bilateral call supports fundamental and applied research across all disciplines, with applications evaluated in a single stage. The programme underscores France, Germany research cooperation and runs annually.
Details
| Funder | ANR |
| Consortium | Required — France and Germany |
| Application | Single stage |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | FRDE |
Who Should Apply
- •Research teams with at least one institution in France and one in Germany
- •Fundamental and applied researchers across all disciplines
- •Project leaders with international collaboration experience
- •Researchers seeking to deepen France, Germany scientific partnerships
Key Dates
- •Annual call; verify exact deadline on the ANR website
- •Single-stage application and evaluation
- •Consortium of at least one French and one German partner required
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Consortium composition is non-negotiable, projects without both French and German partners will be desk-rejected.
- ✓Ensure consortium partners have worked together or demonstrate clear complementarity; vague partnership statements undermine credibility.
- ✓Align your project timeline and budget across both ANR and DFG funding rules; harmonising these early avoids delays in grant management.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply to ANR-DFG NLE as a single-country project?
No, a consortium with at least one partner from France and one from Germany is mandatory for all applications.
Is ANR-DFG NLE a recurring call?
Yes, the call runs annually; check the ANR website for the next deadline.
What fields of research are eligible for ANR-DFG NLE?
All disciplines are eligible, spanning fundamental and applied research across science, engineering, humanities and social sciences.
Is there a budget cap for ANR-DFG NLE projects?
Budget details are not specified in the current call information; consult the ANR and DFG websites for the complete funding guidelines.
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