Volkswagen Stiftung | Navigating a Transforming World Order
Event details
| Date | 05.05.2026 |
| Category | Call for proposal |
Aim: The fellowship aims to support postdoctoral researchers in generating new, multi‑perspective knowledge about global transformations in security and technology. It seeks to develop innovative theoretical and methodological approaches that strengthen understanding of today’s evolving security order and contribute to evidence‑based solutions. At the same time, the program trains future security experts through a combination of research and a practice‑oriented module, enabling them to work across science, policy, and practice. It also promotes European and international collaboration through institutional stays and coordinated cohort activities.
Projects must address the nexus of security and technology and align with the fellowship’s objectives of producing multi‑perspective, innovative research on global security transformations.
Funding: up to EUR 450,000
Duration: max. 3 years (24 months for research and 12 months for outreach activities)
Eligibility:
How to Apply: Applicants must submit their application through the online platform. The template proposal can be found here.
Deadline: May 5, 2026, 2pm CET
Further information
Projects must address the nexus of security and technology and align with the fellowship’s objectives of producing multi‑perspective, innovative research on global security transformations.
Funding: up to EUR 450,000
Duration: max. 3 years (24 months for research and 12 months for outreach activities)
Eligibility:
- Postdoctoral researchers from any discipline, as long as they are within 5 years of completing their PhD, are eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be affiliated with a scientific institution that commits to employing them and managing the grant if awarded.
How to Apply: Applicants must submit their application through the online platform. The template proposal can be found here.
Deadline: May 5, 2026, 2pm CET
Further information
- More information about the program is available here
- Two on-line Q&A sessions scheduled for 19 Feb 2026 & 09 Apr 2026
- For any other questions, please contact the Research Office
Practical information
- General public
- Free