On 11 September, the AI&I Collaboration & Synergy Grant launched with a vibrant meet and greet at the Volkshotel in Amsterdam. Researchers affiliated with AI&I, ACS, AGEM, AMS, and APH gathered for an afternoon of introductions, idea-sharing, and networking. After opening remarks from the institute directors, twelve researchers pitched their interdisciplinary project ideas to an engaged audience of around 40 attendees. The evening concluded with a walking dinner, sparking new collaborations and ideas.

About the Synery Grant

This new grant initiative, fully supported by the Amsterdam UMC Executive and Research Boards, aims to break down institutional and disciplinary boundaries. By offering seed funding of €50,000 per awarded project, the Cross-Institute Synergy Grant encourages bold, interdisciplinary research that brings together expertise from across the participating institutes. AI&I is proud to lead this initiative, confident that cross-disciplinary partnerships will drive scientific breakthroughs.

'The grant offers a unique opportunity to bring together diverse expertise across institutes to tackle complex challenges, laying the foundation for stronger proposals and enduring partnerships.'
Dr. Sabine Hermans
Member of the Collaboration & Synergy Committee of AI&I

Who can apply

Researchers who were unable to attend the event are still warmly invited to apply. One grant will be awarded for each combination of AI&I with another participating institute. Preference will be given to mid-career researchers (postdoctoral/assistant professor level). The deadline for submissions is 10 November 2025.

You can find more information and application details here.