Ruhr Innovation Lab invites you to ‘Funding Days’ and "Transfer Days"
Dates: November 9–20, 2026 | online
In the 2026/27 winter semester, the research funding offices of Ruhr University Bochum – which is taking on the organisational lead this semester – and TU Dortmund University are jointly offering a programme for the ‘Funding Days’ and providing information on securing third-party funding from various funding bodies. The following week will see the first ever ‘Transfer Days’ organised by the Ruhr Innovation Lab. These are organised by the technology transfer offices of both universities.
Over the course of a week, members of Ruhr University Bochum and TU Dortmund University will gain a comprehensive overview of the wide range of national and international funding opportunities through a series of digital events. Key funding bodies, as well as important programmes and formats, will be presented. A varied programme of one-hour online events is planned. All events will allow ample time for questions and discussion.
You can find out more about the Ruhr Innovation Lab’s vision here: www.ruhr-innovation-lab.de
More about the vision of the Ruhr Innovation Lab: www.ruhr-innovation-lab.de
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If you have any questions or require further information , please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Felix Stehle: