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We are part of both TU Dresden and ScaDS.AI, and welcome researchers at all career stages for on-site research stays in our lab. If you already have funding, feel free to [contact us](/contact/) to discuss hosting possibilities. If you require financial support, review the options below—several past research stays in our group have been funded through these programs.
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We are part of both TU Dresden and ScaDS.AI and welcome researchers at all career stages for **on-site research stays** in our lab (typically **2–12 months**, depending on the program). If you already have funding, feel free to [contact us](/contact/) to discuss hosting possibilities. If you require financial support, review the options below -- several past research stays in our group have been funded through these programs.
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**Note:** We cannot investigate the suitability and eligibility of the funding programs for you; please verify these details independently before contacting us.
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Many funding schemes require a prior agreement with a host professor or an invitation letter. If there is a good research fit, we may be able to provide such support.
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**Note:** We cannot investigate the suitability and eligibility of funding programs for you; please verify these details independently before contacting us.
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We look forward to welcoming you to our group!
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#### Master's Students
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**Typical Length:** 2–6 months (e.g., research internship, short-term project)
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**Typical Length:** 2–6 months (e.g., research internship, thesis-related stay, or short research project)
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**Possible Funding Sources (Non-Exclusive):**
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-**Erasmus+** (for students at European universities)
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-**Scholarships** from your home institution or government
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-**[DAAD KOSPIE](https://www.daad.de/en/information-services-for-higher-education-institutions/further-information-on-daad-programmes/kospie/)** supports the new academic generation in newly industrialised countries in Latin America, Southern Asia, and Northern Africa (e.g., Tunisia) with special scholarship programs.
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-**[Erasmus+ (including International Credit Mobility)](https://tu-dresden.de/internationales/foerdermoeglichkeiten/erasmus-mobilitaetsfoerderung/erasmus_creditmobility?set_language=en)**
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A common funding route for students whose universities participate in Erasmus+ mobility agreements with TU Dresden. Applications are typically handled through the international office of the home university.
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-**[Saxon Student Mobility Program (SSMP) – Incoming](https://tu-dresden.de/internationales/foerdermoeglichkeiten/saxon-student-mobility-program-saxon-science-ambassador-program-indien-taiwan?set_language=en)**
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Supports incoming students from selected partner countries (Chile, India, Taiwan, and Vietnam) for study- or research-related stays in Saxony and thus also at TU Dresden.
Supports highly qualified students from selected newly industrialised countries in Latin America, Southern Asia, and Northern Africa.
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-**Scholarships** from your home institution or government.
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-**TU Dresden Student Exchange Programs:**
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Check with your home university or TU Dresden's International Office for bilateral exchange opportunities.
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**How to Proceed:**
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1. Identify the relevant scholarship or exchange program.
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2. Email Prof. Färber with a brief proposal detailing your research interests, a current CV, and pertinent funding details (including proposed start and end dates). Please await confirmation regarding the possibility of hosting your research stay.
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2. Please contact Prof. Färber only if your background and research interests are a strong fit with the group’s research areas. Your email should include your CV, a concise research proposal, your current academic status, your preferred start and end dates, and, ideally, information on existing or planned funding.
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3. Please await confirmation regarding the possibility of hosting your research stay before finalising your application. If you do not receive a reply within one week, a polite reminder is welcome.
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#### PhD Students
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**Typical Length:** 3–12 months (short or extended research visits)
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**Typical Length:** 3–12 months (short or extended research visits)
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**Possible Funding Sources:**
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-**DAAD Scholarships** (various programs depending on your country)
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-**Governmental Fellowships** or grants from your home institution
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-**Erasmus+ (doctoral track)**, if applicable
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-**[Eutopia Research Funding](https://eutopia-university.eu/english-version/opportunities/research/co-tutelle-call)** (in partnership with another European university)
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-**[DAAD Research Grants in Germany](https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenbank/en/21148-scholarship-database/)**
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One of the most common funding routes for international doctoral candidates planning a research stay in Germany.
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-**Governmental Fellowships** or grants from your home institution or national funding agencies.
Mobility grants supporting short research visits within European research networks. Our group participates, for example, in the **GOBLIN COST Action**, which offers such opportunities within the network.
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-**China Scholarship Council (CSC) – Visiting PhD Program**
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Particularly relevant for Chinese doctoral candidates conducting a research visit abroad while remaining enrolled at their home university (often 6–12 months). If you are interested in a CSC-funded stay in our group, please contact Prof. Färber early with a **strong research proposal and academic track record**.
Some doctoral students funded through competitive industry PhD fellowships receive travel or collaboration funding that allows them to spend several months abroad with a host research group.
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-**JSPS Fellowships (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)**
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The JSPS offers fellowship programs that support Japanese doctoral students and researchers visiting international research groups (i.e., ours) for collaborative research stays.
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**How to Proceed:**
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1. Check eligibility and deadlines for the relevant fellowships.
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3. If you are nearing the completion of your PhD or have recently graduated, consider the postdoctoral fellowships below.
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1. Check eligibility and deadlines for the relevant fellowship.
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2. Contact Prof. Färber with a short summary of your research topic, funding plans, preferred dates, and current academic status.
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Preference is given to candidates whose research interests closely match the group's work and who demonstrate strong prior research experience (e.g., publications, open-source contributions, or prior research internships).
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#### Postdocs
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If you completed your PhD within the past 4 years, you may qualify for:
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**Humboldt Research Fellowship (Postdoc Track)**
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-**Who’s Eligible:**
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Outstanding researchers who finished their doctorate within the last 4 years, from any discipline or country.
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A monthly fellowship of €2,700 for 6–24 months, plus family allowances, travel expenses, and language courses.
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Rolling basis—evaluations focus on the excellence and originality of your proposed project.
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**[Humboldt Research Fellowship (Postdoc Track)](https://www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/apply/sponsorship-programmes/humboldt-research-fellowship)**
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**Georg Forster Research Fellowship (Postdoc Track)**
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Researchers from **developing or emerging countries** who completed their PhD within the last 4 years, with a focus on research that has a strong societal impact in their home country.
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A monthly stipend of €2,700 (for up to 24 months), including benefits like family allowances, travel expenses, and language courses.
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Specifically supports research that advances development in your home country.
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-**Who’s Eligible:** Outstanding researchers from all countries who recently completed their doctorate.
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-**What’s Offered:** A prestigious fellowship supporting research stays in Germany (typically 6–24 months).
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-**When to Apply:** Rolling basis.
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**[Georg Forster Research Fellowship (Postdoc Track)](https://www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/apply/sponsorship-programmes/georg-forster-research-fellowship)**
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-**Who’s Eligible:** Researchers from developing or transition countries whose work contributes to sustainable development in their home region.
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-**What’s Offered:** Fellowship support for research stays in Germany.
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**[DAAD Research Grants in Germany](https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenbank/en/21148-scholarship-database/)**
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Depending on the specific scheme and your career stage, DAAD programs may also support shorter postdoctoral research stays.
A TU Dresden-hosted fellowship format for international researchers, particularly suitable for shorter collaborative visits.
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#### Established Researchers
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For those with over 4 years of postdoctoral experience—or who are already recognized in your field—consider these programs:
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For those with substantial postdoctoral experience—or who are already internationally recognized in their field—consider these programs:
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**[Humboldt Research Fellowship (Experienced Researchers)](https://www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/apply/sponsorship-programmes/humboldt-research-fellowship)**
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Supports outstanding researchers planning a substantial research stay in Germany.
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**Research Awards (e.g., Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel, Humboldt, Georg Forster Research Prizes)**
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Prestigious awards enabling internationally recognized researchers to conduct a research stay in Germany.
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**Humboldt Research Fellowship (Experienced Researchers)**
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A monthly fellowship of €3,200 for 6–18 months, along with family allowances, travel expenses, and language courses.
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Rolling—evaluated based on scientific excellence, originality, and future potential.
A TU Dresden program supporting stays of visiting women scientists for teaching and research.
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#### Living in Dresden: DRESDEN-concept Welcome Center
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For practical support regarding visas, housing, health insurance, language courses, and more, the **[DRESDEN-concept Welcome Center](https://dresden-concept.de/welcome-overview/?lang=en)** is an excellent resource for international researchers. They also offer family support, events, and integration projects.
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A useful additional resource is the **[Welcome Guide for Researchers](https://dresden-concept.de/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/WelcomeGuide_2023.pdf)**.
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#### What to Send Us
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If you are interested in a research stay in our group, please email us:
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- your **CV**
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- a short **description of your research interests**
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