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TWAS-DFG Cooperation Visits Programme
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The TWAS-DFG Cooperation Visits Programme funds short-term research exchanges between German scientists and researchers in TWAS-eligible developing countries. The call requires bilateral collaboration and is run jointly by TWAS and the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG). Calls open annually.
Details
| Funder | DFG |
| Consortium | Required — cooperation visits between German and TWAS-eligible country researchers |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | DE |
Eligibility & scope
Cooperation visits programme jointly run by TWAS and DFG, supporting research exchanges between Germany and scientists in TWAS-eligible developing countries. Bilateral collaboration is required.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers based at German academic institutions
- •Scientists from TWAS-eligible developing countries seeking to collaborate with German partners
- •Teams with an established or developing bilateral research relationship
- •Applied or fundamental research projects with a clear cooperation structure
Key Dates
- •Annual deadline (verify exact date on DFG website)
- •Single-stage application
- •Short-term visit duration (typically weeks to months per exchange phase)
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Bilateral cooperation must be genuine and reciprocal, visits should flow both directions (Germany and partner country).
- ✓Name your partner institution and investigator explicitly in the application; vague cooperation networks score poorly.
- ✓Emphasise concrete outcomes: joint publications, follow-up grant applications, or capacity-building targets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TWAS-DFG Cooperation Visits Programme?
It is a joint TWAS, DFG initiative funding short-term research visits and exchanges between German and developing-country researchers working on a bilateral collaboration.
Who is eligible for the TWAS-DFG Cooperation Visits Programme?
German-based researchers and collaborators from TWAS-eligible developing countries, with an established or planned bilateral research partnership.
Is bilateral collaboration required?
Yes, the programme requires structured cooperation between German and TWAS-eligible country partners; single-country proposals are ineligible.
How often does the call open?
The call runs annually through DFG and TWAS; verify the next deadline on the DFG website.
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