FWF
Principal Investigator Projects International (PAT International)
Rolling or deadline-dependent submissions depending on the partner country
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FWF Principal Investigator Projects International (PAT International) funds collaborative research between Austrian researchers and partners in 13 selected countries across Europe and Asia, with grants lasting 36 to 48 months depending on the partner country. The call is open to established researchers based at Austrian institutions and operates on a rolling basis with five approval meetings per year. Consortium membership is mandatory; both fundamental and clinical research projects qualify under the standard PAT or KLP review process.
Details
| Funder | FWF |
| Duration | Up to 36 or 48 months (country-dependent) |
| Consortium | Required — integrated project with partners in selected participating countries (Belgium/Flanders, Germany, France, Italy/South Tyrol, Japan, Korea, Luxembourg, Poland, Switzerland, Slovenia, Taiwan, Czech Republic, Hungary) |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Eligible countries | AT |
Eligibility & scope
Applicant must be based at an Austrian research institution with necessary infrastructure. Country-specific bilateral calls with partner organisations in 13 countries. FWF PAT or Clinical Research (KLP) review process applies. Five approval meetings per year. Submissions via elane portal.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers based at an Austrian academic or research institution
- •Established investigators with a proven research track record
- •Applicants pursuing international collaboration with partners in Belgium/Flanders, Germany, France, Italy/South Tyrol, Japan, Korea, Luxembourg, Poland, Switzerland, Slovenia, Taiwan, Czech Republic, or Hungary
- •Projects bridging fundamental and applied research or clinical and basic science
Key Dates
- •Rolling submissions via the elan portal; five approval meetings per year
- •Project duration of 36 to 48 months depending on the partner country
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Verify the exact rolling deadline and submission window for your target partner country on the FWF website; timelines vary.
- ✓Consortium composition matters: confirm that your international partner institution is explicitly listed as eligible for FWF PAT International.
- ✓The review process follows FWF's standard PAT or KLP criteria; align your proposal to the appropriate track (fundamental or clinical research) early.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FWF PAT International?
FWF PAT International is a rolling call for collaborative research projects between Austrian researchers and partners in 13 participating countries in Europe and Asia, with project durations of 36-48 months depending on the partner country.
Do I need an international partner to apply for FWF PAT International?
Yes, consortium membership is mandatory; you must collaborate with an eligible partner in one of the 13 designated countries.
Which countries can I partner with under FWF PAT International?
Eligible countries are Belgium/Flanders, Germany, France, Italy/South Tyrol, Japan, Korea, Luxembourg, Poland, Switzerland, Slovenia, Taiwan, Czech Republic, and Hungary.
How often can I submit to FWF PAT International?
Submissions are rolling via the elan portal, with five approval meetings held per year; exact submission windows vary by partner country.
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