Our funding programs
Klaus Tschira Boost Fund
The Klaus Tschira Boost Fund promotes researchers in the Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Computer Sciences by providing flexible funding for independent, higher risk, interdisciplinary projects as well as support for the individual’s career planning.
Leadership Academy
The Leadership Academy enables researchers abroad to advance their professional and personal development, expand their networks in Germany and identify career paths in science, business and other sectors.
Repatriation Program
The GSO/CZS Repatriation Program helps universities in Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland-Palatinate and Thuringia to hold their own in the global contest for excellent researchers. Funding supports professorial appointments in the STEM subjects and Business Administration.
Dr. Wilhelmy-GSO Travel Expenses Program
The Dr. Wilhelmy-GSO Travel Expenses Program enables universities to invite applicants from abroad to job interviews in Germany. It covers the travel expenses of candidates in STEM subjects
AlumNode
In cooperation with the Heidelberg Laureate Forum Foundation we offer our program alumni an interdisciplinary, intersectoral network of committed researchers.