The Christiane Nüsslein-Volhard Foundation supports young female scientists with children by awarding fellowships. The aim is to give early-career researchers more time for their scientific work by providing funding for additional childcare or household assistance.

Outstanding female scientists (doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers) in the experimental natural sciences and basic medical research are invited to apply.

The application period for the 2026 fellowships runs from September 1 to November 30, 2025. Further details and direct access to the application platform are available at www.cnv-stiftung.de