There are many projects in which EKFS promotes and advances clinically oriented research in Germany. Alongside financial funding, however, the interaction of actors and programs is equally an important component in bringing research closely related to the patient forward. Scientific discourse, exchanging experiences on structural and organizational levels, not to mention building up networks and exchanging career perspectives for researchers, are all key and enlivening elements for the development of researching medical practitioners in Germany.

EKFS wants to support this exchange in a targeted manner and funds Else Kröner Symposiums at events held by graduate research programs or programs especially for Clinician Scientists or Medical Scientists. Scientific events for Clinician Scientists and Medical Scientists can be funded at all university locations. The program planning, organization and implementation of the symposiums lies in the hands of the universities thereby; EKFS supports financially.

Proposals for funding symposiums of this nature can be submitted at any time. Events of various sizes and involving different thematic focuses are funded. In the event of interest and further questions about the Else Kröner Symposiums, you are welcome to contact Dr. Alexander Lehmann: a.lehmann@ekfs.de