A thrilling new chapter is unfolding for postdoctoral researchers across the formal and natural sciences: the Klaus Tschira Boost Fund has officially launched its 7th call, promising not just generous funding—but a launchpad to independence, recognition, and international impact.
What’s at Stake?
A game-changing €120,000 in flexible research funding over 24 months—designed to empower scientists to break boundaries, take intellectual risks, and ignite new interdisciplinary collaborations. Applications are now open, with a deadline of 1 October 2025.
Who Should Apply?
If you’re a Recognised Researcher (R2) or an Established Researcher (R3) with bold ideas and a hunger to lead your own research initiative—this is your moment. The Boost Fund actively encourages those eager to step out of their supervisors’ shadows and shine independently.
What You’ll Get?
Successful applicants of the Klaus Tschira Boost Fund can receive up to €120,000 in total funding over a 24-month period. This includes a maximum of €67,000 gross allocated for the fellow’s salary, while the remaining funds can be flexibly used for research-related expenses such as equipment, travel, hiring assistants, and conducting experiments—putting you fully in control of how your project unfolds.
The fund champions total freedom and flexibility, giving researchers the autonomy to choose their direction without being bound by predefined themes or limitations. It’s a rare chance to pursue truly independent and innovative work.
Beyond funding, fellows enjoy career-defining perks. This includes participation in a 4-part career development workshop series designed to strengthen leadership and project management skills. Fellows also benefit from unlimited access to GSO’s personalized career coaching services, offering expert guidance tailored to your professional journey. Additionally, you’ll gain lifetime membership in AlumNode, a prestigious international network that fosters knowledge exchange, peer mentoring, and support for independent projects, helping you grow within a vibrant global research community.
Apply: https://gsonet.org/funding-programs/klaus-tschira-boost-fund/?lang=en
The last date to apply for the Klaus Tschira Boost Fund 2025 is 1 October 2025. Applicants should prepare to showcase the originality, feasibility, and international potential of their proposed research.