Collective projects

Each year, the Fondation des Treilles welcomes international researchers in individual or small group stays (with a maximum of 4 people) from one to three weeks. These residencies are opened to all academic disciplines and offer an opportunity to dedicate time to work such as writing an article, finalizing a publication, initiating a research or exhibition project, and more.

During your stay, the foundation provides you with the best conditions you need to devote yourself entirely to the project for which you have been selected. 

In Explore, you can apply for funding for innovative research projects. You are free to define your own research question within the fields of environment, agricultural sciences, or spatial planning – or with an overarching perspective on sustainable development. It is essential that your project is of the highest scientific quality and has strong potential to contribute to sustainable development and other societal benefits.

In partnership with the British Academy, the Royal Society and the Royal Academy of Engineering ("the Academies") and supported generously by the Leverhulme Trust, the APEX Awards (Academies Partnership in Supporting Excellence in Cross-disciplinary research) offer established independent researchers, with a strong track record in their respective area and proven ability to lead collaborative work , an exciting oppo

Central selection criteria for the funding format "Workshops": interdisciplinarity, academic quality and originality on an international level

• Duration: one stay at ZiF of 1 to 3 months
• Funding Amount: up to EUR 50,000 to cover the costs for travel and accommodation as well as workshops and conferences; personnel expenses (buy-outs) cannot be covered.

Visiting Groups can, for example, explore new research topics and partnerships, finalise interdisciplinary publications or conduct small research projects during a joint stay at ZiF.

Would you like to stay at ZiF longer? Do you need a higher funding amount? Look at our Resident and Long-Term Groups!