The DAAD develops scientific cooperation between Germany, France and Poland.
Dear Sir or Madam,
We are pleased to introduce the new DAAD programme “Future Network Weimar Triangle: Science for Europe”, funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Education and Space (BMFTR). We would be delighted if you could join us in this initiative.
Aim of the programme
The “Future Network Weimar Triangle” aims to expand the political initiative “Weimar Triangle”, launched in 1991 by the foreign ministers of Germany, France and Poland, to include a platform for sustainable science (to promote trilateral cooperation between Germany, France and Poland). The programme promotes trilateral cooperation and research between Germany, France and Poland. Our aim is to initiate joint research and scientific projects, to connect young talents and, in doing so, to develop a space for joint solutions to European and global challenges.
Who can apply?
Doctoral and postdoctoral researchers from all disciplines who wish to apply for a research stay in Germany, France and Poland who are working on the following future-oriented topics:
• Technologies for climate-neutral energy production and mobility, as well as climate protection (e.g., fusion technologies, decarbonization of the economy and expansion of renewable energy, energy storage, and cross-border infrastructure)
• Artificial intelligence and digitalization, as well as microelectronics (e.g., strengthening Europe’s digital sovereignty, research on AI applications, ethical standards, and cybersecurity; research on innovative, AI-enabled chip applications)
• Security in Europe and the resilience of the scientific system (e.g., knowledge security, research data security; research on countering hybrid threats, risk management; security of key strategic technologies and critical raw materials; science communication)
• Biotechnology and medicine of the future (e.g., resilient agricultural and food systems, innovative diagnostics and therapies, bioeconomy, medical technology, and sustainable health research)
• Challenges, impacts, and benefits of new technologies on and for society (social sciences and humanities research, e.g., on human-machine interaction and the challenges posed by new technologies to the state and society in Europe).
What is being funded?
Researchers from Germany can apply for research stays in France or Poland, whilst researchers from France or Poland can apply for a research stay in Germany. Research projects may be carried out at universities or non-university research institutions.
In addition to promoting mobility, a central component of the programme is the establishment of working groups designed to identify common interests and research areas, support interdisciplinary projects, and build long-term networks. The working groups consist of programme fellows, doctorate candidates, postdocs, relevant DAAD alumni, partners and university faculty, thereby forming an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary community.
How to apply?
The application period is now open; application deadline: 15 June 2026. Information on the requirements, deadlines, and funding conditions can be found at https://www.daad.de/en/the-daad/future-network-weimar-triangle/. We are happy to answer any questions you may have and offer advice.
We look forward to an inspiring collaboration!
Kind regards,
Your Team Future Network Weimar Triangle
Contact:
DAAD – German Academic Exchange Service
Team Future Network Weimar Triangle
weimartriangle@daad.de
https://www.daad.de/en/the-daad/future-network-weimar-triangle/