Call International Thematic Networks 2022-2026 launched

The sixth call for International Thematic Networks 2022 - 2026 has just been launched.

An International Thematic Network (ITN) is a body for support, cooperation and advice consisting of Ghent University staff members and international partners concerning a specific topic of excellence in education and research at Ghent University with societal relevance and impact.
In the framework of its policy regarding strategic international cooperation, Ghent University continues to invest in supporting international cooperation around a specific interdisciplinary theme with the aim of creating added value.
The network of international partners offers an added value through synergy by strengthening the existing capacity and expertise within Ghent University, and/or strengthening the collaboration with partners in the Global South.

The network offers support to members of the Ghent University community in the chosen disciplines to engage internationally. It supports the development of new initiatives in mobility, research, education and service to society. It strives for an increase both in the quality and in resources for the work done within Ghent University around this theme. Further, the network promotes the excellence of the institution in this field, thus contributing to the position as an important partner in education, research and service to society and to the international Ghent University brand in general.

New call

In order to stimulate the further development of the ITN portfolio, a new call for International Thematic Networks (2022-2026) with a total budget of 180.000 € is open to support both the renewal of existing ITN (at the end of their first 5-year period) and the startup of new ITN proposals:

• Existing International Thematic Networks can apply for extended funding. Existing ITN who are at the end of the first 5-year funding period can re-apply for a second funding period with reduced (50 %) UGent funding support. In case of non-selection, one re-application is possible in a next call. An application as new ITN on the same topic is not allowed.
• Proposals for new International Thematic Networks.

Deadlines

• Application for renewal of an existing ITN: 12 November 2021, 12h00
• Application for new ITN: declaration of intent - 12 November 2021, 12h00 / full proposal - 18 February 2022, 12h00

More information

Call website:  https://www.ugent.be/en/ghentuniv/principles/internationalisation/callthematicnetworks.htm

Department of Educational Policy / International Relations Office
Marieke Merckx -