This funding opportunity supports established centres, institutes, and research priority areas in Science Studies at German universities. It enables them to develop strategic concepts with university management and implement measures to raise their profile, enhance international visibility, promote interdisciplinary collaboration, methodological training, and disseminate research outcomes. The programme aims to strengthen Science Studies structurally and nationally in Germany.
Eligible applicants are established centres, institutes, or research priority areas in Science Studies at German universities. Lead applicants must have completed or submitted their doctorate and be affiliated with a German university or research institution. Grants are awarded only to German univer