Blog der Graduierten- und Forschungsakademie
02. February 2026 – Dagmar Ganz
The German Thesis Award, presented by the Körber Foundation, honours the best doctoral graduates in Germany from all disciplines each year. The award focuses on the broader social relevance of a particular piece of research. Applications must be submitted in German.
You can find out more about the terms and conditions of participation here:
https://koerber-stiftung.de/projekte/deutscher-studienpreis/teilnehmen/
19. January 2026 – Dagmar Ganz
The TU Bergakademie Freiberg is offering Saxon State Scholarships for doctoral studies at the start of funding on 1 April 2026.
The funding period is up to three years. Doctoral students who do not receive any other public or private funding are eligible for funding. The doctorate may already have begun.
Please refer to the call for applications for full details. These can be found here.
06. January 2026 – Dagmar Ganz
The KlarText-Prize for Science Communication recognises PhD graduates who can explain their research clearly and precisely without using jargon. Awarded by the Klaus Tschira Foundation, the prize recognises outstanding examples of successful science communication.
The focus is on communicating complex research results in a way that is understandable beyond one’s own academic community.
Continue reading “Apply Now: KlarText-Preis for Science Communication”
04. December 2025 – Dagmar Ganz
Expertise, scientific curiosity and personal perseverance – these qualities were demonstrated by the 74 doctoral graduates and 5 postdoctoral lecturers who were honoured at the farewell ceremony held on 8 November 2025 in the Alte Mensa of the TU Bergakademie Freiberg.