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Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
Sponsorship and Network Department
Jean-Paul-Str. 12
53173 Bonn
Germany
In addition to granting financial assistance and allowances, the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation offers various options to support Feodor Lynen Research Fellows who are raising children.
Extension of the fellowship in line with the German Maternity Protection Act
When a baby is born to a female fellow during the sponsorship period, the fellowship may be extended by up to three months. This is in line with the maternity protection periods set forth in the German Maternity Protection Act which provides for a period of six weeks prior to and eight weeks after the child's birth.
Online application
If you are a Humboldtian and would like to submit an application, please log in first. You will be given access to an online form which has been partially filled in with your personal details. You can then complete and submit this form.
In your personal area "My Humboldt" you can access and continue processing saved online applications at any time.
Parenting support
Feodor Lynen Research Fellows who are accompanied by at least one child under the age of 12 (when the fellowship begins) can receive parental support. This support is available either in the form of an extension of the research fellowship or in the form of reimbursement for childcare costs. Both options can also be combined.
Online application
If you are a Humboldtian and would like to submit an application, please log in first. You will be given access to an online form which has been partially filled in with your personal details. You can then complete and submit this form.
In your personal area "My Humboldt" you can access and continue processing saved online applications at any time.