Newsletter Heidelberg University’s Seed Funding Programme for third-party funding
Newsletter 08/2026
24 February 2026
Anschubfinanzierung der Universität Heidelberg für Drittmittelförderung
Are you working on a new research idea and looking to take the next step towards third-party funding? Heidelberg University’s Seed Funding Programme (Anschubfinanzierung) offers exactly the initial boost you need to successfully prepare your third-party funding applications.
This funding enables you to carry out essential preparatory work, for example:
- developing initial project concepts
- collecting pilot data
- organizing workshops or meetings with cooperation partners
- preparing proposal texts for external funding bodies such as the DFG, ERC, or other third-party funders
The programme is explicitly aimed at Early Career Researchers across all disciplines and can be applied for flexibly.
Take advantage of this opportunity to place your research idea on a solid foundation and gain valuable lead time for your academic career.
All information on the funding programme, eligibility criteria, and application documents can be found in the website Anschubfinanzierung.
If you have any questions or wish to apply, please feel free to contact the research advisors of the Heidelberg Research Service.