How to apply for the Klaus Tschira Boost Fund
Insights are provided by Boost Fellow Lorenz Adlung and head of selection committee Bernhard Renard. Moderation: Birte Seffert and Anne Schreiter.
Bernhard Renard
Lorenz Adlung
Thinking about applying to the Klaus Tschira Boost Fund?
Bernhard Renard is head of the KT Boost selection committee. Lorenz Adlung received the grant in 2023. In our webinar, they share practical insights into how the selection process works, what makes a strong application, and how the Boost Fund can support ambitious, interdisciplinary research projects.
This GSO webinar offers a clear and detailed introduction to the program — including who can apply, what the fund supports, how the application process works, and what makes a compelling proposal. Whether you’re still deciding whether to apply or already working on your submission, this session will help you better understand how the Boost Fund works — and how to approach your application.
Watch the full webinar below and get ready to apply.
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Mehr InformationenWhat to expect in the webinar:
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Introduction to the Boost Fund
What the program is, who funds it, and what it’s designed to support. -
Opening remarks by Anne Schreiter
Why the fund matters, and how it fits into broader research career support structures. -
Meet the guests
Lorenz Adlung (current fellow) and Bernhard Renard (selection committee) introduce themselves and their perspectives. -
Why apply?
Lorenz shares his reasons for applying and how the fund fit his interdisciplinary project. -
What makes the Boost Fund unique?
Insights into the selection criteria, flexibility of the funding, and how the jury evaluates applications. -
Who can apply?
A breakdown of eligibility criteria, career stage, institutional affiliations, and what is considered “research-based.” -
What does ‘high risk’ mean in this context?
How the fund encourages unconventional, bold, or exploratory research. -
Funding amount and budget flexibility
An explanation of how much you can request, what’s covered, and how to shape a realistic budget. -
What matters in the application?
Key elements to focus on — from project sketch to motivation letter. -
How the selection process works
A look behind the scenes: internal review, external reviewers, and final jury deliberations. -
Tips for a strong application
Advice from both a jury member and a fellow: timing, feedback loops, writing strategies. -
Common applicant questions
Eligibility overlaps, co-funding, career transitions, institutional requirements, and more. -
Administrative and budget-related questions
Letters of support, overhead policies, equipment purchases, and what happens if things change after submission. -
Final audience questions
A Q&A segment covering clinical research eligibility, combining grants, international mobility, and more. -
Wrap-up & next steps
Final advice, where to find documents and deadlines, and what to do if you’re unsure whether to apply.