Humboldt Research Award
Funding
Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
Fellowship
CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship — Call 27
CAPES and Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
- Postdoc · Early independent researcher · Mid-career researcher
- Germany
- Apply with a supervisor or host
- Open to all fields
About
Supports independently designed research with a host in Germany in any discipline. Call 27 is open from 1 June to 30 November 2026, with applications due at 17:00 Brasília time. Selection results are expected by 25 May 2027; fellowships can begin between September 2027 and May 2028. Postdoctoral fellowships last six to 24 months; experienced-researcher awards last six to 18 months and can be split into up to three stays over three years.
Eligibility
Covers: €3,000 per month for postdocs or €3,600 for experienced researchers, plus programme benefits; research stays of 6–24 or 6–18 months respectively.
Applicants must reside in Brazil and have spent no more than 90 days in Germany during the preceding 18 months.
Nationality or residence: Brazilian nationality or permanent residence in Brazil; German nationals require at least five years living and working in Brazil on a permanent basis.
Postdoctoral applicants normally within four years of the doctorate; experienced researchers within twelve years, with an independent publication record and a leadership role. German host agreement, facilities confirmation and assessment required. Prior Humboldt sponsorship excludes this route. Apply under the joint CAPES-Humboldt procedure.
Source: humboldt-foundation.de