Hamburgische Wissenschaftliche Stiftung supports scholarly research in Hamburg with a strong emphasis on advancing knowledge, enabling research, and sharing results publicly. Based on the grantees identified, it appears to prioritize high-quality academic work with clear societal relevance, especially dissertations and research recognized through the Werner-von-Melle-Preis. Its giving is highly local and academic, focusing on researchers connected to Hamburg and projects that contribute to public understanding or address important social issues.
Small, annual or periodic prize-style awards, likely through a formal selection process rather than open grantmaking; known awards are around $10,000 and tied to the Werner-von-Melle-Preis for distinguished research.
Expect a prize or nomination-based process centered on academic excellence and societal relevance, likely through Hamburg universities or related institutions. Applicants should highlight the public value of their research, the quality of the dissertation or project, and any direct connection to Hamburg or local scholarly networks.
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Current and upcoming funding from Hamburgische Wissenschaftliche Stiftung that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: High scientific quality of the project and a Hamburg connection arising solely from the applicant's person. Primarily supports early-career researchers at the University of Hamburg after their doctorate; applications from medicine and from engineering/natural sciences are currently not approved due to limited funds.
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