Research grants & fellowships database

Tip: Strong publication record + supportive sponsor letter are decisive.

Tip: Cross-disciplinary, cross-border moves rank highest.

Tip: Implementation + impact sections often outweigh science section.

Tip: Specific aims page is read by everyone — polish it hardest.

Tip: Need ≤4 years postdoc experience at submission.

Tip: Independence + clear research question required.

Tip: Hostile review style — write a rebuttal-proof proposal.

Tip: By invitation/competition — track record over project.

Tip: Curiosity-driven basic science only — applied work rejected.

Tip: Must pivot across disciplines for postdoc.

Tip: Global health + low-resource setting framing helps.

Tip: Best for postdocs going abroad from a German base or vice versa.