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Research

Research is particularly innovative and successful when conducted on an interdisciplinary basis. Scientists at the Faculty of Medicine – University of Freiburg combine their findings from basic research with those from clinical research in a collaborative manner. They develop new therapies and apply these to patient care at the Medical Center – University of Freiburg.

The Faculty of Medicine supports scientists at an early career stage with structured excellence programs, research training groups and a wide range of training measures.

On the following pages, we would like to inform you about the Faculty of Medicine’s key research areas and research networks. We also present research programs, research funding opportunities, the state-of-the-art research infrastructures at the Faculty of Medicine and our services for researchers.

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Research Profile

With innovative approaches and excellent scientists, the Faculty of Medicine – University of Freiburg is at the forefront of research, as exemplified by annual third-party funding of over EUR 100 million and top positions secured in the Funding Atlas of the German Research Foundation (DFG).

German Research Foundation (DFG) Funding Atlas 2024: Outstanding Results for Freiburg’s University Medicine

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Research Funding

We aim to further advance research at Freiburg’s University Medicine in international competition. To this end, the Office of the Dean for Research supports scientists in submitting applications for internal, national, European and international research programs.

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Research Infrastructures

The Faculty of Medicine operates state-of-the-art research infrastructures that give our scientists access to key technologies, research materials and consultation services.

Services for Researchers

We, the team behind the Office of the Dean for Research, are happy to support you with your research needs!

In addition, there are various other institutions and organizations under the umbrella of the University of Freiburg, which can provide you with advice and support during your research stint.

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Scientific Career Development for Researchers after their Doctorate

Freiburg‘s University Medicine aims to offer scientists at the Faculty of Medicine – University of Freiburg optimal conditions for their individual career paths in the early stages of their careers and beyond. The Faculty of Medicine – University of Freiburg therefore supports them with structured excellence programs as well as counseling services and qualification programs for the various career phases.

The Team Behind the Office of the Dean for Research

The Office of the Dean for Research is your point of contact for all matters relating to research at the Faculty of Medicine. Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have regarding applications, research funding, research infrastructures and academic qualifications after your doctorate.

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Newsletters of the Faculty of Medicine

Faculty Newsletter

The Office of the Dean for Research provides monthly e-mail updates on the latest news, research infrastructures, calls for proposals and events from the Faculty of Medicine; on new national and international calls for proposals for research funding programs, prizes and scholarships; and on research topics in general. 

EQUIP Postdoc-Newsletter

The Faculty of Medicine’s EQUIP (Education and Qualification for Postdocs) program publishes the monthly EQUIP Postdoc Newsletter in English to provide information about specific courses, lectures, events, calls for applications and other important information relevant to postdocs at the Faculty of Medicine.

Further information on the Faculty of Medicine’s EQUIP program can be found on the website.