{"id":3582,"date":"2024-05-13T10:58:03","date_gmt":"2024-05-13T08:58:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.postdoc-network-brandenburg.de\/?page_id=3582"},"modified":"2025-03-18T12:19:27","modified_gmt":"2025-03-18T11:19:27","slug":"faq-pnb-individual-grant","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.postdoc-network-brandenburg.de\/en\/grant-announcements\/informationen-for-pnb-individual-grants\/faq-pnb-individual-grant\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ: PNB Individual Grant"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<header id=\"article-header-block_8f34db0451c4d0545ab6095844072c3c\" class=\"article-header entry-header\">\n\t<h1 class=\"article-headline\">FAQ: PNB Individual Grant<\/h1>\n\t<p class=\"article-teaser\">Here you will find further answers to frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<\/header>\n\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_57bc795a129fdd060813ebaa24bb5609\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">Eligibility requirements<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_57bc795a129fdd060813ebaa24bb5609\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_57bc795a129fdd060813ebaa24bb5609-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_57bc795a129fdd060813ebaa24bb5609-1\">\n            What are the Eligibility requirements?          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_57bc795a129fdd060813ebaa24bb5609-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_57bc795a129fdd060813ebaa24bb5609\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><ul>\n<li>National and international researchers, who have completed their doctorate can submit a proposal if they are seeking an academic career.<\/li>\n<li>There is no age restriction. However, applicants have to be in their early stage of career and must be employable according to the WissZeitVG. Early career researchers in this context are all researchers who wish to sharpen their profile and to further qualify for an appointment to a professorship or another suitable position. Researchers who already finished their Habilitation are not eligible.<\/li>\n<li>Applications must be <u>complete<\/u>, and have to be written either in English or German.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><u>complete:<\/u><\/p>\n<p>&#8211;\u00a0 CV (4 pages maximum)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211;\u00a0 copies of academic certificates and documents<\/p>\n<p>&#8211;\u00a0 list of publications<\/p>\n<p>&#8211;\u00a0 contact details of two potential reviewers without common publications or scientific projects during the past five years<\/p>\n<p>&#8211;\u00a0 outline of the proposed research project tailored to the research profile of the chosen university\/HAW (4 pages, Arial (11 pt))<\/p>\n<p>&#8211;\tIf applicable, written proof of association status with a scientific institution in Brandenburg<\/p>\n<p>&#8211;\u00a0 letter of support from a professor of the selected host university<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">Curriculum Vitae (CV)<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-1\">\n            Are there any formal templates for the CV?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>There is no template, however, the font should not be smaller than Arial, 11 pt, with line spacing of no less than 1.1. The CV must not exceed 4 pages. The list of publications is excluded from these 4 pages and can be attached separately.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-2\">\n            What happens to my CV?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>In the course of the proposal submission, review and decision-making process, the CV passes through the same stages as the proposal. The CV will be forwarded as submitted, i.e. including all information, to external reviewers and committee members.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-3\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-3\">\n            Should I mention my maternal\/parental leave in my CV?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-3\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-3\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Yes, you should definitely show these times in your CV.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-4\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-4\">\n            Can I indicate that I have been ill for an extended period of time and that this has caused a delay in the development of my academic career?          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-4\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-4\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Yes, long-term illnesses of at least three months per year can be listed in your CV. If applicable, state the period of illness as well as periods of academic inactivity, part-time work or restricted work. You should provide information how your academic work was affected by the illness, it is not necessary to provide details of the disease itself.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-5\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-5\">\n            Do I have to include a certificate from my university about my dissertation and the doctoral examination with my application?          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37-5\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-5\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_11132587c8f036b8ef48d771cd401e37\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Yes, you must include a doctoral certificate with your application. However, doctoral candidates who are close to completing their dissertation (including the oral defense) may still apply. In this case, you must include at least a written confirmation with your application certifying that you have submitted your dissertation. The date of the oral defense should also be scheduled, if possible. Should the applicant be awarded with a grant, the doctorate must be completed before the start of the Individual Grant.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_0ef9c478ec3b651c00c8819bcaf5c22a\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">Questions concerning the application process<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_0ef9c478ec3b651c00c8819bcaf5c22a\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_0ef9c478ec3b651c00c8819bcaf5c22a-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_0ef9c478ec3b651c00c8819bcaf5c22a-1\">\n            How long is the processing time?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_0ef9c478ec3b651c00c8819bcaf5c22a-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_0ef9c478ec3b651c00c8819bcaf5c22a\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The current average processing time for an application is about 3 to 4 months.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_0ef9c478ec3b651c00c8819bcaf5c22a-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_0ef9c478ec3b651c00c8819bcaf5c22a-2\">\n            How do I find out whether my proposal has been awarded or rejected?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_0ef9c478ec3b651c00c8819bcaf5c22a-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_0ef9c478ec3b651c00c8819bcaf5c22a\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>All applicants receive a written notification of an award or a rejection from the PNB.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">Questions concerning the selection process<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-1\">\n            What happens to my CV?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>In the course of the proposal submission, review and decision-making process, the CV passes through the same stages as the proposal. The CV is forwarded as submitted, i.e. including all information, to external reviewers and committee members.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-2\">\n            Why are contact details of two potential reviewers needed?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Contact details of two potential reviewers without joint publications or common scientific projects during the last five years are requested. The PNB does not expect a review from these experts as part of the application. The PhD supervisor cannot be specified as one of the two reviewers. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-3\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-3\">\n            How are the proposals reviewed?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-3\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-3\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The proposals are rated based on the academic excellence of the applicants, as well as on the originality and quality of the project. The selection committee reviews the proposals on the basis of a set of criteria. Points are awarded for different criteria.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-4\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-4\">\n            How are the proposals selected?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-4\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-4\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>An overall score is determined for each proposal. Only proposals that have scored the highest number of points will be recommended for funding.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-5\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-5\">\n            How high are the chances of my proposal being approved?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440-5\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-5\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_9c7117837e1f21ab9a1cab24f81a0440\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The success rate for a PNB Individual Grant depends on the yearly budget of the PNB and is generally around 10%.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_3f2b7408d07b06a16b454e4837dcb8bc\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE RESEARCH PROJECT<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_3f2b7408d07b06a16b454e4837dcb8bc\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_3f2b7408d07b06a16b454e4837dcb8bc-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_3f2b7408d07b06a16b454e4837dcb8bc-1\">\n            Are there formal requirements for the project description?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_3f2b7408d07b06a16b454e4837dcb8bc-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_3f2b7408d07b06a16b454e4837dcb8bc\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>There is no template, however, the font should not be smaller than Arial, 11 pt, with line spacing of no less than 1.1. The research project must not exceed 4 pages.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_3f2b7408d07b06a16b454e4837dcb8bc-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_3f2b7408d07b06a16b454e4837dcb8bc-2\">\n            Do I have to include a timeline?          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_3f2b7408d07b06a16b454e4837dcb8bc-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_3f2b7408d07b06a16b454e4837dcb8bc\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Yes, a timeline can be included in the research project.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE CONTRACT<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538-1\">\n            Is there some flexibility in starting a PNB position?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Yes, the PNB offers a lot of flexibility. If a possible candidate is still employed in another short-term position, the beginning of the PNB contract can be flexible. However, the grant must be started no later than 4 months after the written confirmation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538-2\">\n            What kind of contract is offered at the respective host university\/HAW?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The PNB offers a full time contract for a TV-L 13 position (36 months maximum) at the respective host university\/HAW. Candidates are exempt of teaching obligations. However, you are free to teach courses if you are interested.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538-3\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538-3\">\n            Will there be additional funding for research experiments?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538-3\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-3\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_f650f1c637a1e5fce495d58db5250538\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>In addition to the salary, the positions include an allowance of \u20ac2.000 per year for research purposes, mobility, scientific events, or similar. If you need additional research funds, these have to be provided by your host university. However, you should discuss this with your host before submitting your application.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n  <section id=\"block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\" class=\"pnb-faq-accordion\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-title\">OTHER QUESTIONS<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\">\n                      <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-1\">\n            Will there be any organizational support in case of receiving the grant?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-1\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Organizational support regarding visa, insurance, housing, etc. can be provided by the host university.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-2\">\n            When must use of the funding begin?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-2\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The grant must be started no later than 4 months after the written confirmation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-3\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-3\">\n            What happens to the funding if I am offered another position during the funding period?          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-3\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-3\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>If you hold an Individual Grant position within the PNB and are offered another position during the funding period, the funding remains available for the remainder of the funding period, as long as this position contributes to further career development. If you leave the German \/ international research system entirely, the funding provided from the PNB will come to an end.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-4\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-4\">\n            Does it matter if I also apply to other funding sources at the same time?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-4\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-4\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>No, your proposal will not be treated or reviewed differently because of this. Please note, however, you may not accept parallel funding. Please inform the PNB immediately if, during the review process, you decide to accept funding from another organization.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-5\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-5\">\n            Can I extend PNB funding?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-5\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-5\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>PNB funding is restricted to a period of 3 years. However, if your host university will provide continued funding your contract can be extended.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-6\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-6\">\n            Where can I carry out my PNB funded project?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-6\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-6\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>You will need to locate your project at one of the universities\/HAW in Brandenburg. Before you submit a proposal, you need to identify a host university\/HAW in Brandenburg that will accept you. This institution must provide an assurance to this effect when the proposal is submitted (<u>letter of support<\/u>).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-7\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-7\">\n            How can I find a host?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-7\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-7\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Applicants must get in personal contact with a possible host at one of the universities\/HAW in Brandenburg themselves. In case of no available contact details, please refer to the homepages of the respective universities. The PNB is not involved in the process of finding a host.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-8\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-8\">\n            How to write a letter of support?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-8\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-8\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>The letter of support has to be written by the professor of the host university\/HAW who is willing to support the applicant. It is primarily intended to emphasize the quality, uniqueness, and suitability of the applicant\u2019s project for the research group at the host university as well as the applicant&#8217;s aptitude.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-9\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-9\">\n            Can I apply with two hosts\/universities?          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-9\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-9\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>Yes, applicants can apply with two hosts simultaneously. Ideally, a collaborative project between the two hosts should be proposed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-10\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-10\">\n            Can a scientific institution, which is neither a university nor a HAW, be specified as a host?           <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapse-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d-10\" class=\"accordion-content collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading-10\" data-parent=\"#accordion-block_42217aa19ce591bad465c6c7e0e2cb7d\">\n            <div class=\"inner\"><p>No, this is not possible at the present time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"accordion-row\">\n          <div class=\"text-left accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" 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