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Feodor Lynen Research Fellowship

Fellowship from Alexander von Humboldt Foundation

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About

Supports researchers from Germany undertaking independent research abroad with a host in the Humboldt network or a holder of a qualifying international science award. Postdoctoral stays last six to 24 months; experienced-researcher stays last six to 18 months and may be split into three visits over three years. Applications are accepted continuously, with selection in February, June and October. Complete applications should be submitted four to seven months before the desired selection meeting.

Eligibility

Career stage: PhD · Postdoc · Early independent researcher · Mid-career researcher

Apply with a supervisor or host

Covers: Country- and family-dependent fellowship allowance, travel reimbursement and additional family support. Hosts normally contribute about one third of the fellowship, with country-specific and justified exceptions.

Host location: Worldwide

Host must be outside Germany and meet network or award criteria. Stays in Ukraine, Russia and Belarus are currently suspended. Applicants normally must not have spent over six months in the host country during the preceding 18 months.

Nationality or residence: German nationals; other nationals may qualify if academically established in Germany and intending to return to its research system.

Eligibility source

Reviewed Oct 13, 2026. Check the funder’s full conditions before applying.

Postdocs normally within four years of the doctorate, including applicants within six months of completion; experienced researchers within twelve years with an independent academic profile. Recognised career breaks can extend these windows. Requires host support, research facilities and expert reviews.

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Source: humboldt-foundation.de