Representatives of the German Research Foundation (DFG), the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation will provide an insight into the German research landscape, including information on funding schemes and collaboration opportunities. Moreover, one scientist working in the field of Political Science Research in Germany will give insights into her experiences in the German research scenario. Afterwards, attendees will get the chance to ask questions and seek individual advice.
The event will be held in English and is free of charge.
Program
11:00 Welcome and Introduction to the German Research Landscape
Dr. Christina Peters, director of DFG Office Latin America
11:15 Third-Party Funding for Political Science in Germany: A Researcher’s Perspective
Prof. Dr. Mariana Llanos, German Institute for Global and Area Studies (GIGA) and University of Erfurt
11:30 DFG Funding Opportunities for International Collaboration
Dr. Christina Peters, director of DFG Office Latin America
11:40 DFG Funding Opportunities for Postdocs in Political Science
Dr. Markus Stanat, DFG Head Office in Bonn
11:55 Study and Research in Germany: DAAD Funding Programs
Dr. Patrick Eser, DAAD Lectorship in Buenos Aires, FFyL-UBA
12:00 Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Funding Opportunities
Dr. Frauke Bode, AvH Head of Division in Bonn
12:05 Questions and Answers
12:40 Final Remarks