The funding of the employment of PhD candidates at colleges, universities and non-university research institutions located in Lower Austria aims to strengthen the next generation of scientists in Lower Austria.

The targeted promotion and financial security of young scientists are important prerequisites for ensuring the scientific qualification and innovative strength of the state. Qualified young scientists contribute significantly to the fact that science and research institutions can act dynamically and gain research strength and visibility. The promotion of PhD candidates therefore increases the appeal of the location in national and international competition.

The Gesellschaft für Forschungsförderung NÖ (GFF NÖ) supports dissertation projects in non-profit Lower Austrian research institutions by financing the employment of highly qualified PhD candidates in the field of basic and translational research.