The DAAD Scholarships from DAAD Graduate School (GSSP) is open for PhD candidates pursuing the Leibniz Graduate School on Aging and Age-Related Diseases (LGSA) in Germany. The prestigious program offers a range of disciplines, including Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Cancer Biology, Immunology, Neurobiology, Microbiology, and Bioinformatics, with a thesis committee providing full support and mentoring.
Key Information:
Application Deadline: May 12th, 2024
Program Details: LGSA Application Guidelines
Scholarship Information: DAAD GSSP Guidelines:
Benefits of the Scholarship
As part of the Leibniz Association, the LGSA offers an exceptional program for outstanding international students. The program integrates research groups working on diverse aspects of aging. Scholarship recipients benefit from:
- Interdisciplinary training
- Language classes
- Mentorship
The program is conducted entirely in English, fostering a global research perspective.
Eligibility for the Scholarship
International students with a master’s degree in natural sciences (e.g., Biology, Biochemistry) are encouraged to apply. You should have excellent academic marks, not have resided in Germany for more than 15 months before nomination, and ideally have graduated within the last six years.
How to Apply
- Familiarize yourself with the research of participating LGSA groups.
- Complete the online application form. ([link to LGSA Application Guidelines])([link to LGSA Application Guidelines])
- DAAD scholarship nominees should refer to the DAAD GSSP Guidelines for additional information.
The application process involves a general interview, individual meetings with research supervisors, and a research proposal submission. The LGSA will nominate suitable candidates for the GSSP scholarship in the final stage.
For further information, please visit the official website of Leibniz Institute on Aging – Fritz Lipmann Institute e.V. (FLI) Beutenbergstraße 11 D07745 Jena (Germany)
