About this Program
Outstanding researchers from all fields are invited to spend up to 12 days at the University of Bonn as part of the University Bonn Fellowships 2025 program. Scholars from strategic partner institutions and universities in priority countries are given preference for international engagement under this program. Engaging the fellows in the academic community of Bonn and making them visible to the public is the primary goal of this fellowship. Furthermore, the program aims to provide avenues for potential future partnerships between fellows and other investigators.
Eligibility
- Post-doctoral scholars and experienced faculty who research and/ or teach abroad at a university or research institute and who have a strong international reputation in their field of research.
- Researchers need to be invited by a host from the University of Bonn.
- Applications can only be submitted by members of the University.
- Researchers functioning as hosts at the University of Bonn who have completed a doctorate. The fellow declares their agreement to the nomination in an informal letter.
Selection Criteria
- Scientific reputation of the fellows in their areas of specialization
- The fellows’ contribution to academic life in Bonn (e.g. through public lectures, seminars or colloquiums)
- The expected longer-term impact of the stay and a plan to further develop the collaboration between the fellow and host institute in Bonn