New: Knowledge Transfer Events by and with FWF-Funded Researchers

Sharing new findings from basic research and strengthening the transfer of knowledge between science, business, industry, and society – The Spreading Knowledge program invites researchers to organize and hold knowledge transfer events in cooperation with the FWF. Up to €15,000 in funding is available per event – submit your event concept by December 9, 2025.

October 1, 2025

Student:innen in einem großen Hörsaal schauen auf eine Vortragende auf der Bühne — Facilitating knowledge transfer between basic research and business, industry, and society: Submit your event idea and receive up to €15,000 in funding for the implementation of your next knowledge transfer event. © Shutterstock

Whether a symposium, networking conference, or matchmaking event – the FWF is looking for committed researchers in FWF’s collaborative programs who would like to organize a knowledge transfer event in cooperation with the FWF. The funding is available for all thematic directions and implementation formats; the involvement of stakeholders from business, industry, and/or society in the program of the respective event is a key element. The FWF provides funding of up to €15,000 per event, with funds from the National Foundation for Research, Technology and Development. Events can be held directly at a research institution or at other suitable locations. An expert jury is involved in selecting events to be funded from the event ideas submitted.

The aim of the event series is to share the knowledge gained in collaborative FWF research projects with leading experts from science, business, industry, and/or society. The events are meant to build networks and create opportunities for exchange, bringing research findings to society and encouraging practical innovations and solutions.

All further information can be found here.