Research funding
Leiden University offers a broad range of support to help you find, write and apply for research funding. The first point of contact is your local grant adviser at your faculty/institute, who can guide you through the application process and answer any questions you may have. If your faculty/institute does not have a contact listed, please contact the University Grant Development Office and they will help you on your way.
Basics of grant writing
How to write a successful grant proposal 🔐
Leiden University registration numbers
Overview of registration numbers for your reference 🔐
Step-by-step plan for project management
What to do to successfully manage your project
Application decision tool
An application decision tool for grant applications: the do’s and don’ts of grant applications 🔐
Building a network
Advice on where to start and how to set up successful collaborations and networks 🔐
Consortium and grant agreements
Information on consortium and grant agreements 🔐
Data management in grant applications
Advice on how to write a section on data management in your grant application
EU Ethics review
How to pass the Ethics review 🔐
Find funding
Useful tips for finding the grant you are looking for
Funding types
How to match your idea with the right funding opportunity 🔐
Getting signatures and statements
A useful guide to ensure you get the signatures and approval you need to get your project started 🔐
Grant awarded
Steps to take once you have been awarded your grant 🔐
Lobbying and strategic networking
Find out how it works and what you can do as a research or support staff member 🔐
Open access: funding
How to fund the costs for Open Access and meet the requirements of research funders
Practical submission process
Guide for submitting a research proposal 🔐