Global Glimpse grant program

Short-term stays abroad for early-career researchers and faculty, researchers, and administrative staff who wish to gain international experience and strengthen their professional networks.

Global Glimpse supports networking and collaboration with international partners. The goal is to establish long-term (research) networks worldwide and to expand professional and personal skills.

For example, the program supports work on joint publications, the development of innovative teaching and research approaches, the development of joint degree programs, the strengthening of networks with business and industry, and the transfer of knowledge to society. It also provides valuable opportunities for gaining insights and exchanging practical experiences through targeted job shadowing, for example, in administration, communications, project management, and quality assurance.

Type of grant:

Travel and accommodation expenses

Target groups:

Postdocs, doctoral candidates, research staff (“mid-level faculty”), and administrative staff

Funding amount:

up to a maximum of 5.000 €, calculated on an individual basis*

Length of stay:

4 weeks – 3 months: Researchers (doctoral candidates, postdocs)
1 week – 3 months: Staff in teaching, research, knowledge transfer, and administration

* Depending on the length of stay and destination. Calculations are based on the State Travel Expenses Act (LRKG) and the General Administrative Regulation on Per Diem and Lodging Allowances for Overseas Travel (ARVVwV).

Answers to frequently asked questions

Doctoral researchers and early-career researchers (postdocs, including W1 professors) and staff members in teaching, research support, or administration.

The primary focus of the work must be at the University of Stuttgart. An employment contract with the University of Stuttgart is required. Individuals from groups not explicitly mentioned may also apply if their projects align with the funding objectives. W3 professors are ineligible for funding.

The program is open to all target countries. This does not apply to countries, regions, and organizations that are currently subject to an embargo or a suspension of cooperation.

The selection process primarily considers the quality of the network, existing and planned contacts and activities, and the coherence of the project. Projects that contribute to strengthening sustainable or strategically important partnerships and networks are particularly welcome. The project must be coordinated with the host institution in advance regarding its objectives and the planned program.

Please submit a grant application. This must include:

  • Description of the project and expected outputs
  • Description of previous contacts or preparatory work, potential for networking, and a plan for how the network will achieve visibility and sustainability
  • Cost calculation
  • Endorsement from your supervisor (not required for independent junior research group leaders and W1 professors)

In addition, an informal written confirmation from the host is required (e.g., an email).

Please remember to inform us of any changes and to coordinate any deviations from the proposed project with us in a timely manner.

Recipients agree to submit a brief report on their experience abroad within 6 weeks of the end of their stay. You will receive several guiding questions for this purpose. We kindly ask for prior coordination / prior consultation.

The University of Stuttgart may use this article for (online) communication purposes. In this way, the university provides insights into the diverse experiences, skills, and networks that result from international mobility, while also encouraging other researchers and staff members to actively engage in international networking.

Funded by the Federal and State Excellence Strategy as part of the university allowance.

Kontakt

This image showsOra Bukoshi

Ora Bukoshi

 

Scientific Assistant to the Rector

This image showsCarolin Birk

Carolin Birk

 

Project lead for “glow up our campus,” project manager for “global glimpse”

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