Clinical Research Units

Purpose

To fund research associations in disease- or patient-oriented (translational) clinical research and the long-term implementation of scientific working groups in clinical institutions

Requirements for the Clinical Research Unit

Scientific quality and originality of the research project at an international level.

Clinical problems, incorporation of clinical material, if applicable, with a topical focus on translational research with a patient-oriented approach and the investigation of disease mechanisms.

Clear backing by the medical school of the establishment and support of the Clinical Research Unit.

Boost the development of the scientific profile of the university/medical school.

Create and boost research-oriented structures in hospitals.

Intensify cooperation between researchers engaged in basic research and clinicians.

Establish and/or strengthen training structures in clinical research.

If possible, integration of clinical-scientific staff of the Clinical Research Unit into a Clinician Scientist Programme at the site.

Type and Extent of Funding

• Externer Link https://www.dfg.de/formulare/50_08

Funding Duration

For draft proposals received after 1 October 2018:

Usually up to eight years, divided into two funding periods of four years each.

Eligibility Requirements

Outstanding researchers