The France ‘Technologies d’Avenir’ Mobility Scholarships 2026 is a competitive short-term research funding program launched by the French Embassy in Germany. This initiative supports researchers based in Germany to undertake 1–3 months of research in France, strengthening Franco-German scientific collaboration. The program is rooted in the Aachen Treaty and aims to promote innovation in key future technologies across multiple disciplines.

Scholarship Overview

• Fully Funded

• France Universities

• Masters, PhD

• All Subjects

• International Students

• France

Degree Level

• Research Mobility Program (Non-degree)
• Duration: 1 to 3 months
• Host Country: France

Available Subjects

The Technologies d’Avenir scholarship covers a wide range of interdisciplinary research areas:

• Ecological Transition
• Energy Transition
• Digital Transformation
• Geopolitics
• Ethics and Rights in Technology
• Health Sciences
• Cultural and Creative Industries

Example Research Topics

• Artificial Intelligence
• Quantum Technologies
• Hydrogen Energy
• Neuroscience
• Marine Biodiversity
• Video Game Technologies

Benefits

The program offers monthly financial support depending on academic level:

• Postdoctoral Researchers: €2,100 per month
• PhD Candidates: €1,850 per month
• Master’s Students: €1,200 per month

Additional Support

• Partial travel and living cost coverage
• Possible extra transport allowance for overseas territories
• Access to French laboratories and research infrastructure

Eligible Nationalities

Open to applicants of all nationalities except French citizens.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be affiliated with a German university or research institution
• Belong to one of the following categories:
  • Research Master’s students
  • PhD candidates
  • Postdoctoral researchers
  • Early-career researchers (within 5 years of PhD completion)
• Have a confirmed French host institution or laboratory
• Submit a strong research proposal

Important Restriction

• French citizens (including dual nationals) are not eligible

Selection Criteria

Applications are evaluated based on:

• Academic excellence and research quality
• Relevance of the project to future technologies
• Contribution to Franco-German collaboration
• Potential economic, social, or technological impact

Priority Considerations

Preference may be given to:

• Projects aligned with France 2030 strategy
• Applicants from eastern German states (e.g., Saxony, Thuringia)
• Projects involving European university alliances
• Underfunded or emerging research areas

Application Procedure

Applicants must submit a complete application file online.

Required Documents:

• Project proposal (official template)
• Two-page CV
• Proof of enrolment or institutional affiliation
• Recommendation letter
• Invitation letter from a French host institution

Steps:

1. Prepare all documents in a single PDF file
2. Submit via the LYYTI application platform
3. Await evaluation by the selection committee

Application Timeline

• Application Deadline: 20 May 2026 (23:59 CET)
• Results Announcement: July 2026
• Information Webinar: 15 April 2026

Why Choose Technologies d’Avenir Scholarships?

This program is ideal for researchers who want to:

• Build international research collaborations
• Gain access to French laboratories
• Work on cutting-edge technologies
• Strengthen academic and professional networks in Europe

Unlike long-term scholarships, this mobility grant focuses on short, high-impact research stays, making it perfect for researchers seeking targeted collaboration opportunities.