All on one platform

ResearchConnect aggregates funding opportunities by pulling data from a wide variety of sources, including government agencies, private foundations, corporate sponsors, international funding bodies, and sector-specific organizations. Among many others, ResearchConnect provides access to funding opportunities from the EU (Horizon, ERC), the Netherlands (NWO, KNAW, TNO), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the National Science Foundation (NSF), UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Wellcome Trust and the World Bank.

Opportunities for every career stage

Research Connect is a useful resource for researchers at every career stage, from early-career academics to experienced professionals. For instance, early-career researchers, including post-docs, PhD candidates and Master’s students, can also use Research Connect to find research grants, travel funding, fellowships, and scholarships.

How to get started

All UvA researchers with a UvA Net ID can access ResearchConnect:

1. Go to the homepage of ResearchConnect and click Customer Login in the top-right corner.
2. Select Login via my institution and choose University of Amsterdam.
3. Once logged in, refine search results by clicking Set up personalisation.

Refine your search and stay updated

You can filter results based on specific criteria such as subject area, funding type, location, and eligibility requirements. Comprehensive details are provided about each funding opportunity, including deadlines, application procedures, and contact information. Additionally, the platform offers the option to save search history and tools for tracking deadlines and setting personalized e-mail alerts. This way, you will always stay informed about relevant funding opportunities.

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