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NSF-DFG US-German Lead Agency Activity in Chemistry, Process Engineering, Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics
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The NSF-DFG US-German Lead Agency Activity funds collaborative research teams bridging chemistry, process engineering, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics. German applicants submit proposals to the DFG; US applicants submit to NSF (divisions CHE and CBET). The call requires a formal US-German research partnership, making it ideal for investigators seeking to leverage complementary expertise across the Atlantic.
Details
| Funder | DFG |
| Consortium | Required — German applicants apply to DFG, US applicants apply to NSF (lead agency arrangement) |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Eligible countries | DEUS |
Eligibility & scope
Bilateral US-German collaboration call in chemistry, process engineering, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics. German researchers apply to DFG; US researchers apply to NSF under a lead agency arrangement. Applicants must be based at eligible German (DFG) or US (NSF) institutions respectively.
Who Should Apply
- •US-based researchers in chemistry, chemical engineering, or fluid mechanics eligible for NSF (CHE/CBET) funding
- •German-based researchers in the same disciplinary areas eligible for DFG support
- •Research teams with established collaboration or clear joint research objectives across both countries
- •Projects requiring complementary experimental or computational expertise from both US and German institutions
Key Dates
- •First listed on Grantsby 22 May 2026; verify exact application deadline on NSF and DFG portals
Tips for Applicants
- ✓US and German teams must submit simultaneously to their respective agencies (NSF CHE/CBET and DFG); coordinate proposal timelines carefully to meet both deadlines.
- ✓Lead Agency rules mean each partner submits to their home funder; ensure both proposal narratives emphasise joint objectives and divided labour to demonstrate genuine collaboration rather than two separate projects.
- ✓Clarify funding authority and intellectual property ownership upfront in your collaboration agreement, as DFG and NSF operate under different cost models and IP regimes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What disciplines does the NSF-DFG US-German Lead Agency Activity cover?
Chemistry, process engineering, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics. US applicants apply through NSF divisions CHE and CBET; German applicants apply through DFG.
Do I need a partner in the other country to apply?
Yes, the Lead Agency Activity requires a formal collaborative research team spanning both the US and Germany.
Where do I submit my application?
US-based researchers submit to NSF (CHE or CBET); German-based researchers submit to the DFG. Both partners submit simultaneously to their respective agency.
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