Processes

The Funding Advisory Board is elected every four years according to the foundation’s regulations. Members of the University of Zurich are elected by the extended university management.

The foundation’s regulations detail its structure, purpose, organization, funds, and the use of available resources. In addition to the general fund, the foundation also manages special funds dedicated to specific scientific research areas.More details in the Foundation Regulations (in German) (PDF, 183 KB)

To fulfill its mission of promoting scientific research and teaching in all disciplines, the foundation issues an annual call for proposals. Applications are reviewed by at least two subject-specific experts and discussed in the annual meeting of the Funding Advisory Board.

Approval of research funding requires applicants to submit both a scientific and a financial report to the board of trustees.

Over the past 100 years, the foundation has adapted to changing needs and professionalized its operations. The foundation’s coordination office supports the Funding Advisory Board in all matters and organizes the submission process, evaluation, and grant allocation. It is part of the UZH Research & Grants Office.