Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin - DFG-Schwerpunktprogramm: Rethinking Disinformation (Re:DIS)

Rethinking Disinformation (Re:DIS) is a Priority Programme funded by the DFG (German Research Foundation), led by Dr. Romy Jaster, Prof. Geert Keil, and Prof. Verena Wagner at the Department of Philosophy at Humboldt University of Berlin. The steering committee further includes Prof. Roland Imhoff (psychology; Mainz) and Prof. Wolfgang Schulz (law; Hamburg/Berlin). 

Press release of the DFG (in German)

Press release of HU Berlin (in German/ English version)

Call for Proposals / Application Process

All important information on how to prepare and submit a project proposal within the Priority Programme can be found in the official call for proposals published by the DFG on June 5, 2025.

Key Dates

• June 27, 2025, 4–8 PM: digital information session for potential applicants (via Moodle, see below)
• November 01, 2025: application deadline (via elan portal, DFG)

Access to Moodle course
https://hu.berlin/moodle-spp

The moodle course provides access to the Zoom-meeting and is designed to provide interested parties with programme specifics and a platform to connect with potential collaborators. 

You may have to register first: HU-Moodle registration Please use your institutional email address for registration.

Eligibility

The DFG funds research projects carried out at universities or non-university research institution in Germany. Please note the Principles of Eligibility.

Contact

re-dis.philosophie@hu-berlin.de