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Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen
6 months ago
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Danish Diabetes and Endocrine Academy (DDEA) PhD Scholarship
Call for Applications for PhD Scholarships in Diabetes, Metabolism, and Endocrinology Danish Diabetes and Endocrine Academy in Denmark
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Metabolism
Funding
Available
Deadline
Expired
Country
Denmark
University
Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen
Ongoing programDanish Diabetes and Endocrine Academy (DDEA)
by Danish Diabetes and Endocrine Academy (DDEA)
DDEA funds PhD and postdoctoral research in diabetes, metabolism, and endocrinology for candidates affiliated with Danish research institutions or life-science companies in Denmark.
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The Danish Diabetes and Endocrine Academy (DDEA) is inviting applications for PhD scholarships in the fields of diabetes, metabolism, and endocrinology. These scholarships are open to candidates interested in pursuing research in any area within these domains, including classical endocrinology and industrial PhD tracks. The scholarships are 2/3-financed, with each award amounting to DKK 1.1 million, providing substantial financial support for doctoral studies.
Applicants must be affiliated with a Danish research institution or a life-science company in Denmark. The DDEA offers several types of scholarships: general PhD scholarships with no specific theme, thematic scholarships in classical endocrinology, and industrial PhD scholarships. The funding structure ensures that recipients receive significant support for their research and training.
Eligibility requirements include holding a Master Degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as medical sciences, health sciences, biology, or related disciplines. Candidates may only apply for one PhD scholarship per application round, and must clarify their eligibility with their principal investigator (PI) before submitting an application. PIs can host only one 2/3 DDEA-funded PhD scholar or two-year DDEA-funded postdoctoral fellow at a time, and additional eligibility details are outlined on the DDEA website.
The application deadline is 18 August 2026 at 23:59 CET, with expected notification of results by 26 November 2026. Applications must be submitted via the DDEA website, where further information about requirements, terms of employment, and funding can be found. For inquiries, applicants may contact [email protected].
This opportunity is ideal for motivated researchers seeking to advance their careers in diabetes, metabolism, or endocrinology, and to contribute to impactful biomedical research in Denmark. The DDEA provides a supportive environment for doctoral training, with access to leading research institutions and industry partners.
Funding details
Available
What's required
Applicants must hold a Master Degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as medical sciences, health sciences, biology, or related disciplines. Affiliation to a Danish research institution or a life-science company in Denmark is required. Applicants may only apply for one PhD scholarship per round. Candidates must clarify eligibility with their principal investigator before applying. Further eligibility details are available on the DDEA website.
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