Research Culture and Integrity Ambassador Grants in Austria

The University of Graz is inviting applicants to apply for the Research Culture and Integrity Ambassador Grants 2025. Each year, the Research Careers Campus funds three innovative projects with up to €5,000 to strengthen collegiality, academic integrity, and a supportive research culture across the university.

The grants are open to all members of the University of Graz, including researchers, students, and research managers. Applicants must propose innovative projects that promote positive research culture and integrity, addressing areas such as scientific practice, peer support, accessibility, diversity, communication, or leadership.

Eligibility for Research Culture and Integrity Ambassador Grants

• Eligible Countries: All (applicants must be part of the University of Graz)
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The grants can support projects in any subject offered by the university that promote a positive research culture and good scientific practice.
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
  • Be members of the University of Graz (researchers, students, or research managers).
  • Propose a project that addresses key themes such as scientific integrity, peer support, accessibility, diversity, leadership, communication, academic kindness, open science, or related areas.
  • Clearly define project objectives, funding needs, and impact measurement.
  • Commit to submitting a written report at the project’s conclusion and presenting outcomes at the RCC Annual Event.

Benefits for Research Culture and Integrity Ambassador Grants

• Funding of up to €5,000 per project (three projects selected annually).
• Flexibility in the use of funds, which may cover expert consultations, retreats, workshops, student assistants, teaching activities, or related expenses (in line with university guidelines).
• Opportunity to create lasting improvements in research culture and integrity at the University of Graz.
• Recognition as a Research Culture and Integrity Ambassador and visibility at RCC events and publications.