The FEBS Excellence Award

FEBS is launching a new programme aimed at supporting highly competitive research in molecular life sciences.

The FEBS Excellence Award will provide funding to early-career group leaders to purchase laboratory equipment and consumables. It is endowed with a €100,000 award.

Eligibility

To qualify for the FEBS Excellence Award, early-career group leaders must present a scientific research track record of proven academic excellence. Candidates must: (i) have obtained their PhD up to 6 years prior to submission of their proposal; (ii) hold a salaried position in a Host Institution of a FEBS country during the 3-year duration of the Award; (iii) have established and operated at the Host Institution for at least 1 year prior to submission of their proposal; and (iv) belong to a FEBS Constituent Society.

Support period

3 years

Applications

Call opening: June 1, 2021

Deadline for submission: September 1, 2021

For detailed information, please read the following carefully: Guidelines for FEBS Excellence Awards and Frequently asked questions about FEBS Excellence Awards