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The Volkswagen Foundation has launched an exciting new funding initiative: “Next – Rethink Neurodegeneration!” This program is aimed at interdisciplinary research teams seeking to explore bold, innovative approaches in basic research on the underlying mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases.

The focus is on high-risk, high-reward research that challenges conventional thinking and opens up new scientific pathways in understanding conditions such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and related forms of dementia.

What is being funded?

The program supports projects that are:

• Interdisciplinary in nature

• Exploratory and bold in their research approach

• Grounded in basic scientific research

Researchers from the life sciences, medicine, computer science, physics, chemistry, cognitive or social sciences are all encouraged to apply with visionary ideas.

How to apply?

Full details regarding application requirements, eligibility, and funding conditions are available in the official call for proposals. Applications must be submitted online through the Volkswagen Foundation’s application portal.

Why apply?

Neurodegenerative diseases represent one of the greatest medical and societal challenges of our time, particularly in the context of an aging population. The Volkswagen Foundation aims to create space for groundbreaking ideas that can reshape our understanding of these complex conditions.

Are you conducting research in neurodegeneration? Do you have a bold idea that deserves exploration? Then don’t miss this opportunity!

Find out more on the Volkswagen Foundation’s official website:
👉 NEXT – Rethink Neurodegeneration! | Volkswagen Foundation

As part of the zukunft.niedersachsen funding program, a new funding line has been launched: "AI Research Groups in Lower Saxony". Artificial Intelligence is one of the most important key technologies of our time, and this initiative underlines its strategic importance for the scientific landscape in Lower Saxony.

The call aims to support outstanding researchers while also advancing AI methodology and encouraging its application to existing data resources across scientific domains.

Who can apply?

The funding line is designed to attract highly qualified scientists with promising AI-based research approaches. It combines individual support for researchers with the opportunity to establish research groups that focus on both AI method development and application-driven innovation.

What does the funding offer?

• Funding for new AI-focused research groups

• Interdisciplinary project opportunities

• Advancement of both theoretical and applied AI approaches

• Strong emphasis on collaboration with existing data infrastructure

Where to find more information?

All details on the call for proposals, funding conditions and application modalities can be found in the information sheet on the funding line and online at:👉 KI-Forschungsgruppen Niedersachsen - zukunft.niedersachsen