Researchers can submit applications from now until the end of June 2026, provided that funds remain available. Cooperation is possible under two funding lines: “Northwest Impuls” and “Northwest Advanced.”

Northwest Impuls is intended to initiate new collaborations between researchers at both universities. Funding is available for tandems that have not yet published jointly or acquired third-party funding. Professors and permanent researchers at both locations are eligible to apply. Material resources of up to 5,000 euros can be requested for up to 40 tandem constellations. The funds can be used, for example, for workshops, feasibility studies, or the preparation of draft proposals.

The Northwest Advanced program aims to strengthen the existing joint research priorities and areas of potential of the Northwest Alliance – from climate research to health and AI topics, energy transition, and sustainability. Teams of professors from both universities can apply for material resources of up to 20,000 euros, for example for conferences, pilot studies, or support services for third-party funding applications. Up to ten teams will receive funding.

The funding lines are an integral part of the Northwest Alliance's long-term strategy to build lasting academic networks and increase the international visibility of the participating institutions.

Further information: 

https://northwest-alliance.de/en/

https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/research/support-for-researchers/calls/northwest-impuls

https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/research/support-for-researchers/calls/northwest-advanced-1