Advanced Courses Grants

  • Start Date:

  • Deadline:

  • Agency:
    Federation of European Biochemical Societies (FEBS)

The Office of Grants and Research (OGR), KNUST, invites the university community to apply for the Advanced Courses Grants, funded by the Federation of European Biochemical Societies (FEBS). The programme supports the organisation of high-quality lecture courses, workshops, practical courses with strong hands-on training, and special meetings in the molecular life sciences.

Funder: Federation of European Biochemical Societies (FEBS)

Award Type: Conference, Workshop, and Training Support Grant

Award Amount: Up to EUR 40,000

Application Deadline: 1 September 2026

Website: FEBS Advanced Courses

Objectives

  • Support the organisation of advanced lecture courses and workshops in the molecular life sciences.
  • Promote practical, hands-on training for researchers and students.
  • Facilitate scientific exchange through special meetings and collaborative events.
  • Strengthen capacity building and networking within the life sciences research community.

Research Areas

  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • Cell and Developmental Biology
  • Genetics and Systems Biology
  • Biological Physics

Eligibility

  • Academic institutions
  • Commercial organisations
  • Government institutions
  • Non-profit organisations
  • Researchers ranging from early-career to established investigators

Note: Joint FEBS/EMBO and FEBS/IUBMB Advanced Course applications are only accepted during the 1 March application round each year.

Application Process

Applicants should prepare and submit their proposals through the FEBS Advanced Courses application portal before the application deadline.

Researchers who intend to apply are encouraged to contact the Office of Grants and Research (OGR), KNUST, for guidance and institutional support throughout the application process.

Benefits

  • Funding of up to EUR 40,000 to organise advanced scientific courses or meetings.
  • Opportunity to provide high-quality training and foster international scientific collaboration.
  • Enhanced networking among researchers in the molecular life sciences.
  • Access to institutional proposal development support through the Office of Grants and Research (OGR), KNUST.