Quantum Geometry and Quantum Gravity (QG)

How to submit an application for an Exchange Grant?

Please note that, due to lack of funds, the QG programme can no longer award any exchange grants.

Eligibility

2. Apply to stay in a European country other than the country of origin

3. Return to the institute of origin upon termination, so that the applicants institution may also benefit from the broadened knowledge of the scientist

4. Acknowledge ESF in publications resulting from the grantees work in relation with the grant

Priority will be given to applications where the institutions involved are in countries that financially support the programme.

The QG Programme supports two types of grants: Short Visits and Exchange Grants. All applications should be submitted via the online application forms and using the following guidelines (click here).

Exchange grants, from 15 days to six months renewable

Level of award

Exchange grants are reimbursed on the basis of an allowance of 1,600 EUR per month / 400 EUR per week / 57 EUR per day plus actual costs for travel, up to a maximum of 500 EUR.

Exchange grants applications should contain:

  • A short description of the proposed project work (about 1000 words) and the aim of the visit

  • A curriculum vitae of two A4 pages

  • The five most recent publications

  • A letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant’s work

  • A letter of acceptance from the host at the receiving institute

  • The full address details of the prospective host(s)

  • The proposed starting date

  • The estimated travel costs

Exchange Grants Application Form

 

1. Undertake work applicable to the Programme

How to submit an application for a Short Visit?

Eligibility

1. Undertake work applicable to the Programme

2. Apply to stay in a European country other than the country of origin

3. Return to the institute of origin upon termination, so that the applicant’s institution may also benefit from the broadened knowledge of the scientist

4. Acknowledge ESF in publications resulting from the grantee’s work in relation with the grant

Priority will be given to applications where the institutions involved are in countries that financially support the programme.

The QG Programme supports two types of grants: Short Visits and Exchange Grants. All applications should be submitted via the online application forms and using the following guidelines. click here

Short visit grants of up to 15 days

Level of award

Short visit grants are reimbursed on a per diem basis of 85 EUR plus actual travel expenses up to a maximum of 500 EUR after the visit on submission of a completed balance payment form accompanied by the original travel tickets.  No payment will be made without the scientific report.

Short visit grants applications should contain:

  • A short description of the proposed project work (about 250 words) and the aim of the visit

  • A curriculum vitae of two A4 pages

  • The full address details of the prospective host(s)

  • The proposed starting date

  • The estimated travel costs

Short Visit Grants Application Form

Applications for QG Short Visit Grants may be submitted at any time. They will be assessed by a group comprising members of the Steering Committee under its Chair.