Travel Grants

Travel grants for researchers preparing international research and education projects

 

Requirements

A planned proposal for a project within the EU Framework Programmes, COST, or EUREKA. In special cases, travel expenses for the preparation of other international projects can also be covered.

Eligibility Researchers with a PhD.

Funding amount

Max. CHF 1,000 per trip for 1 person. A total of CHF 10,000 per year is available.

Scope

Short preparatory trips that are necessary to set up international research and education projects. Not funded: Meals and accommodation expenses, travel for research.

Deadline

No later than 5 days before the start of the trip

This funding scheme will no longer be offered after the end of 2025!

Application

The application form can be filled out electronically and returned by email or by post. Please note the following points:

  • Two applications may be submitted per project.
  • One person per meeting will be financially supported.
  • Contributions for travel are only for costs that cannot be covered by the project.
  • The University’s Expense Regulations and Travel Policy must be followed.
  • Flights must be booked via the University’s travel platform.

Accounting

The statement form with the original receipts is to be submitted immediately after completion of the trip via eforms.