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Dear reader,
From soil science to forestry, from plant production to food technology – agriculture and food sciences cover a remarkably broad range of research areas. Researchers in these disciplines are tackling major global challenges such as ending hunger, improving food security and helping crops adapt to climate change.
Germany’s agriculture and food sciences landscape is internationally recognised for its interdisciplinary approaches and a strong link between basic and applied research. The Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity (BMLEH) spent almost a billion euros on research in 2023, and its research institutions – which we introduce in our spotlight article – cooperate with European and international partners. Find out more in this issue of our newsletter. Happy reading!
PS Many of you took part in the vote for our December spotlight topic, and we now have a winner: the issue will focus on interdisciplinarity. Thank you to everyone who participated! | | | | |
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Apply by: 30 November 2025
(Future) PhDs & Postdocs: experimental natural sciences (young female scientists with children) | | | | |
Grants by the Christiane Nüsslein-Volhard-Foundation | | | | |
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Apply by: 1 December 2025
(Future) PhDs: all disciplines | | | | |
Scholarships for doctoral students from the Evangelisches Studienwerk Villigst | | | | |
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Apply by: 15 December 2025
(Future) Postdocs & Advanced researchers: agricultural sciences, forestry and veterinary medicine; interdisciplinary projects involving the social sciences and humanities with an agricultural, forestry or veterinary focus | | | | |
DFG-CNPq: Brazilian-German Joint Call for Proposals in the Fields of Agricultural Sciences, Forestry and Veterinary Medicine | | | | |
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Apply by: 13 January 2026
(Future) Postdocs & Advanced researchers: all disciplines | | | | |
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Apply by: 23 January 2026
(Future) Postdocs & Advanced researchers: disciplines related to biology and medicine | | | | |
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Apply by: 28 February 2026
(Future) PhDs: economics, social sciences and humanities | | | | |
Dieter Schumacher International PhD Scholarship & Ute and György Széll International PhD Scholarship | | | | |
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Apply by: any time
(Future) Graduates & PhDs: all disciplines | | | | |
Scholarship programme of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) | | | | |
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A spotlight on: agriculture and food sciences | | | | |
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Overview: the research institutions of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity
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When coming to Germany to conduct research in the agriculture or food sciences, securing funding is essential. The Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity (BMLEH) supports several specialist institutions that carry out research to inform political decision-making.
This website offers an overview of all institutions funded by the BMLEH – including six Leibniz Institutes. With just one quick look, you can find the right institution for you and your research field: from cultivated plants to nutrition and food to agricultural landscape research. Visit the website to learn more and take the next step for your research career in Germany! | | | |
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Groundbreaking research from Germany | | | | |
Germany is home to some of the world’s leading research institutions. We highlight contributions from a few of them, giving you a closer look at pioneering projects and discoveries. Find more on our website!
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A closer look: work in Germany | | | | |
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Ora Hazak, a Russian researcher at the Institute of Plant Biology and Biotechnology at the University of Münster, studies the molecular basis of communication between plants. Her goal is to understand the signaling mechanisms that can help optimise crop plants for agriculture – especially considering the changing conditions plants must adapt to because of climate change. Discover more about Ora Hazak’s fascinating research in this article!
Tip: the interview with her linked at the end of the article offers helpful insights into life in Germany as an international researcher. | | | | | | |
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| Doing a postdoc as an international researcher in another country isn’t always easy. Simit Patel has experienced the highs and lows of academic life first-hand and documents this journey in his podcast “A Postdoc’s Journal”. In each episode, Patel – who worked as a postdoc in Frankfurt, Germany – reads from his old journal entries and reflects on his experiences, touching on topics such as impostor syndrome, burnout and life beyond the lab. Well worth a listen for early career researchers, whether struggling or not! | | | | | | |
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The bigger picture: life in Germany | | | | |
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| With its clear lines and modern shapes, the Bauhaus was a revolutionary school of art, design and architecture during the first half of the 20th century. Founded by architect Walter Gropius in Weimar, Germany, it introduced a new understanding of design and functionality. The Bauhaus building in Dessau, designed by Gropius in 1925, remains one of the prime examples of Bauhaus architecture. Explore the story behind the iconic building in this video and learn why Bauhaus design is still celebrated around the world – even a century later. | | | | | | |
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| As sustainability becomes an essential part of everyday life, new career opportunities are emerging across Germany’s industries. Many of these “green jobs” are relatively new, creating a growing demand for qualified international professionals and researchers. This article highlights key professions and sectors in need of skilled personnel – including agriculture and farming – and provides guidance on moving to Germany and finding the right career path. Discover your opportunities in Germany’s green economy now! | | | | | | |
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| Globally, less than 30 per cent of scientists are women. With their programme “For Women in Science”, the German Commission for UNESCO, L’Oréal Germany and the Humboldt Network have supported more than 50 female early career researchers since 2007. Any doctoral or postdoctoral student in the natural sciences can apply. In 2025, four outstanding researchers – all of whom came to Germany for their scientific work – received the prestigious award, which is worth 25,000 euros each. | | | | | | |
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