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Alexander von Humboldt Foundation

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation is a German non-profit that funds international research fellowships and awards, bringing researchers from around the world to work with hosts in Germany. Its schemes cover all disciplines and, through the Georg Forster programmes, give particular attention to researchers from developing countries. Malawian researchers qualify.

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Humboldt Research Fellowship for Postdoctoral Researchers

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation · Germany

The Humboldt Research Fellowship enables you to conduct your own research at various stages of your career in collaboration with a host at a German research institution of your choice. Hosts may apply for a subsidy towards research costs. Fellows can stay 6 to 24 months.

Deadline: Rolling - three selection rounds per year
Value: €3,000/month (postdocs); €3,600/month (Experienced)
Focus: All disciplines

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Georg Forster Research Award - Research award for academics from developing and emerging countries

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation · Germany

Prestigious award for highly experienced researchers from developing countries with outstanding academic records. Recipients collaborate with German research institutions.

Deadline: Rolling — nomination period usually ends on 31 October of each year.
Value: €60,000 (one-time award) plus funded research stays in Germany
Focus: All disciplines

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