Fritz Thyssen Foundation
Support of Conferences and Scholarly Events — Fritz Thyssen Foundation
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The Fritz Thyssen Foundation's Support of Conferences and Scholarly Events funds small-scale academic meetings and workshops in Germany. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree and be based at a German university or non-profit research institution; meetings must have 15-20 speakers maximum and must exclude large congresses, doctoral workshops, and summer schools. Applications are accepted four times yearly on a rolling basis.
Details
| Funder | Fritz Thyssen Foundation |
| Deadline | 31 August 2026 |
| Frequency | 4 rounds per year: 28 Feb, 31 May, 31 Aug, 30 Nov each year |
| Eligible countries | DE |
Eligibility & scope
Funding for scholarly conferences and events. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree and apply from a university or non-profit research institution. Max 15-20 speakers; congresses, large conferences, doctoral workshops and summer schools are not supported. German research connection required.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers holding a doctoral degree
- •Applicants based at German universities or non-profit research institutions
- •Organizers of focused academic meetings with 15-20 speakers
- •Projects with a clear German research connection
Key Dates
- •Four rolling deadlines per year: 28 February, 31 May, 31 August, 30 November
- •Next deadline: 31 August 2026
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Scale matters: the funder excludes large congresses and doctoral workshops; frame your event as a focused scholarly meeting, not a training programme.
- ✓German institutional affiliation is mandatory; a co-organizer or host institution in Germany must be named and committed in writing.
- ✓Submit early within the rolling window; later deadlines in a cycle may fill more quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for Fritz Thyssen Foundation conference funding?
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree and be affiliated with a German university or non-profit research institution.
What types of events does Fritz Thyssen fund?
Small scholarly conferences and focused academic meetings with 15-20 speakers; large congresses, doctoral workshops, and summer schools are not supported.
How often can I apply to Fritz Thyssen for conference funding?
Applications are accepted four times per year on 28 February, 31 May, 31 August, and 30 November.
Is a German research connection required?
Yes, applicants must have a German research connection and be based at a German institution.
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