The Phospholipid Research Center (PRC) supports the advancement of phospholipid research through funding for non-commercial research projects, scientific events that foster knowledge exchange, and selected Travel Grants for early-career researchers attending PRC-organized events.
Research Projects
Since 2006, the PRC has funded research into the properties and applications of phospholipids, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development.
Research topics include the use of phospholipids as pharmaceutical excipients and active ingredients, as well as their potential to improve drug formulations, bioavailability, and tolerability.
Explore examples of previously and currently funded research in our Funded Projects section.
Research proposals are welcome from around the world. Applications are generally submitted by a Principal Investigator (PI) or research group leader seeking funding for a PhD student or postdoctoral researcher within their research group. In exceptional cases, postdoctoral researchers may apply for funding for their own positions, subject to specific requirements.
For detailed information on eligibility, the application process, deadlines, and required documents, please refer to our Research Funding – Application Guidelines.
All proposals will be treated confidentially.
Scientific Events
The PRC also supports scientific events that promote knowledge exchange and discussion in the field of phospholipid research, including workshops, conferences, and congresses.
Examples of scientific events previously supported by the PRC can be found in our Past Events overview.
If you are planning such an event, we invite you to submit an event proposal.
Travel Grants
The PRC occasionally offers Travel Grants to support early-career researchers attending selected PRC-organized scientific events, particularly the International Symposium on Phospholipids in Pharmaceutical Research.
These grants are event-specific. The PRC does not provide general travel funding for attendance at external conferences or scientific events.
Information on available Travel Grants, eligibility criteria, and application procedures can be found on our Travel Grants page.