Research for you and me – the Top Citizen Science program is aimed at researchers who actively involve citizens in the research process. Whether collecting data, sharing observations, or contributing experiences – there are no limits to the ways citizens can participate, and partners such as schools or clubs can also be involved.
Target group
This funding program is aimed at all researchers leading an FWF-funded project. The objective is to address citizens of different ages, genders, and social backgrounds as well as people with highly specialized knowledge and expertise (knowledge communities). Young target groups are expressly welcome.
Additional program-specific information
The scientific quality of the of the Top Citizen Science proposal must be ensured by an existing FWF project that at the time of the funding decision (October of the year of submission) is still in progress (i.e., projects scheduled to end on or after November 30 of the year of submission).
These existing projects can be in any funding program, with the exception of:
Funding period and funding amount
Prerequisites
Approval
Application information
Proposals can be submitted during the application period using the online application portal elane
Number of eligible projects
Approx. 5 projects per call
Funding institution
Austrian Science Fund (FWF) and, if applicable, other funding agencies
Funding goals
Eligible for funding are research activities that enable the participation of citizens, who contribute their skills, expertise, and curiosity. As a result, research findings can be expanded and the scientific knowledge generated can be significantly increased.
Additional program-specific information
Eligible Countries:
Sponsor Institute/Organizations: Austrian science fund (fwf)
Sponsor Type: Government
Address: Georg-Coch-Platz 2 (Entrance Wiesingerstraße 4) 1010 Vienna office(at)fwf.ac.at +43 1 505 67 40
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Apr 08, 2025
Apr 08, 2025
$104,965
Affiliation: Austrian science fund (fwf)
Address: Georg-Coch-Platz 2 (Entrance Wiesingerstraße 4) 1010 Vienna office(at)fwf.ac.at +43 1 505 67 40
Website URL: https://www.fwf.ac.at/en/funding/portfolio/communication/top-citizen-science
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