European citizens working in Europe or overseas; Non-European citizens pursuing PhD projects in Europe; Experimental projects in basic biomedical research; First university entrance qualification not completed more than 8 years ago; Natural scientists with last university degree before PhD; Physicians, veterinary surgeons, pharmacists who passed state examinations
Requirements
PhD projects must be experimental, in basic biomedical research; Aim at elucidating basic biological phenomena of human life; Aim at acquiring new scientific knowledge; Notify BIF if applying to other research-sponsoring institutions; Cannot receive regular personal income from an employer (max 5 hours/week marginal income acceptable)
Important dates
Deadlines: February 1, June 1, October 1; MSc degree certificate submission: up to four months after deadline; Project start: not more than six months prior to deadline