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Weave with NWO as partner agency 2025/2026 (DFG as lead agency)
Applications may be submitted to DFG at any time from 7 August 2025 to 31 July 2026; NWO administrative submission due within 5 working days after DFG submission, at 14:00 CE(S)T
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Weave is a bilateral research funding scheme led by the German Research Foundation (DFG) with NWO as Dutch partner agency. Dutch researchers can apply as co-applicants to DFG-led proposals by submitting an administrative form to NWO within five working days of the DFG submission, with budgets up to €400,000 for staffing and research costs. The scheme targets tenured or tenure-track faculty at Dutch institutions collaborating with German partners on joint research projects.
Details
| Funder | NWO |
| Budget | Up to €400,000 |
| Deadline | 31 July 2026 |
| Consortium | Required — bilateral: Dutch applicant + German partner(s) |
| Application | Single stage: submit to DFG (lead agency), then administrative submission to NWO within 5 working days |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | NL |
Eligibility & scope
Dutch co-applicant submits administrative submission to NWO as partner agency for a Weave bilateral proposal led by DFG. Eligible applicants: full/associate/assistant professors or equivalent with tenured or tenure-track position at eligible Dutch institutions. Max one Dutch applicant; max €400k for one PhD or postdoc position plus other budget modules. Proposals must be in English. One ENW-M submission per 12 months rule applies.
Who Should Apply
- •Full, associate, or assistant professors (or equivalent) with tenured or tenure-track positions at eligible Dutch institutions
- •Applicants planning to collaborate with one or more German research partners
- •Researchers proposing one PhD or postdoctoral position plus complementary research budget
- •Dutch co-applicants on DFG-led bilateral proposals
Key Dates
- •DFG submissions accepted from 7 August 2025 to 31 July 2026; NWO administrative submission due within 5 working days after DFG submission, by 14:00 CET/CEST
- •Single-stage evaluation by DFG (lead agency); NWO reviews administrative compliance
- •Annual call cycle
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Coordinate your DFG submission timing with your Dutch institution's NWO administrative office, the 5-working-day clock starts on DFG submission, not receipt confirmation.
- ✓The scheme is bilateral: your proposal must have at least one German partner, and DFG must be the lead applicant; NWO's role is administrative co-partner only.
- ✓Budget your €400,000 cap carefully: one PhD or postdoc salary plus equipment, travel, and other costs all count. Check with your host institution on indirect cost rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the budget limit for Weave with NWO as partner?
Up to €400,000 for one PhD or postdoctoral position plus other research budget modules such as equipment and travel.
Who can apply for Weave as a Dutch co-applicant?
Full, associate, or assistant professors (or equivalent) with tenured or tenure-track positions at eligible Dutch institutions, collaborating with German research partner(s) on a DFG-led proposal.
How does the application process work for Dutch applicants on Weave?
You submit the scientific proposal to DFG as the lead agency; your Dutch institution then submits an administrative form to NWO within 5 working days of DFG submission.
Is Weave only for bilateral collaborations?
Yes, Weave requires a bilateral partnership with at least one German research team; DFG must lead the proposal.
How often is the Weave call open?
The call runs on an annual cycle, accepting DFG submissions from 7 August 2025 to 31 July 2026, with rolling NWO administrative deadlines within 5 working days per submission.
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