Since 1979,
the Fyssen Foundation
is committed to serving the progress in
cognitive science
We pursue the vision of a world where deep understanding of cognition opens new paths to knowledge and innovation.
Presentation of the foundation
Recognized as being of public utility by decree of March 21, 1979, the FYSSEN Foundation aims to promote in all its forms the scientific analysis of the logical mechanisms of behavior in living beings as well as their ontogenetic and phylogenetic development.
The Foundation supports research relating to the understanding of cognitive processes in humans and animals as well as its biological and cultural foundations.
Our actions
Post-doctoral study grants
The grants are aimed at post-doctoral level researchers, working in research disciplines such as ethology, psychology, paleontology, archaeology, social anthropology and neurobiology
Research Grants
Fyssen Foundation research grants aim to facilitate the execution of research projects that enhance understanding of the mechanisms of behaviour and cognition in living beings, as well as their ontogenetic and phylogenetic development. These projects may originate from the disciplines of neuroscience, ethology, psychology, anthropology, ethnology, palaeontology, and archaeology.
Application area
The Fyssen Foundation’s funding programs are intended for excellent researchers who, through their research projects, serve the progress of cognitive sciences.
Directory of Researchers
An international community
The online directory lists former recipients of postdoctoral grants since 1980 and Fyssen research grants since 2002. Search by discipline, by year or by name, the scientific talents funded by the Fyssen Foundation.
The foundation in figures
1382
Scientists supported through post doctoral and research grants programm
1979
Monsieur H. Fyssen obtient par décret du 20 mars 1979 la création de la Fondation FYSSEN
45
International Fyssen Prize Laureates
6
Supported disciplines
47
Host countries
51
Published books
Discover the Annals
of the Fyssen Foundation
At the Frontiers of Knowledge
Discover the original articles by Fyssen grant recipients, carefully selected each year by the Fyssen Foundation’s review committee. These publications highlight innovative research across various disciplines, contributing to the advancement of scientific knowledge.
