# Novel ecosystems: biodiversity socio-ecological consequences and future trajectories

**Funder:** Research Council of Finland
**Consortium:** Required — international joint consortium of partners from participating countries
**Application:** Pre-proposals → full proposals
**Eligible countries:** FI
**Official call:** https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/apply-for-funding/calls-for-applications/international-calls/novel-ecosystems-biodiversity-socio-ecological-consequences-and-future-trajectories/
**Last updated:** 25 Oct 2026

## Eligibility & scope

International call on novel ecosystems, addressing biodiversity socio-ecological consequences and future trajectories.

## Summary

This Biodiversa+ transnational call funds research consortia studying novel ecosystems, how biodiversity shifts under human and environmental pressure, and what socio-ecological consequences and future trajectories follow. It is open to research teams across participating countries that can assemble a transnational consortium, with a two-stage pre-proposal and full-proposal process starting September 2026.

## Who should apply

- Research teams able to form a transnational consortium across Biodiversa+ partner countries
- Projects focused on novel ecosystems, biodiversity shifts, and socio-ecological dynamics
- Researchers studying future ecological trajectories rather than purely historical baselines

## Key dates

- Call opens 9 September 2026
- Pre-proposal deadline early November 2026
- Two stages: pre-proposal then full proposal

## Tips for applicants

- Confirm which national funding agencies participate in this Biodiversa+ round before building the consortium, as eligible partners vary by call.
- Keep the pre-proposal focused on the socio-ecological framing, Biodiversa+ calls typically score novelty of concept heavily at this first filter.
- Line up consortium partners early given the transnational requirement; partner-country funding rules can add lead time to budgeting.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is a consortium required for this Biodiversa+ call?

Yes, a transnational research consortium is required as this is a Biodiversa+ partnership call.

### What is the application process for this call?

It runs in two stages: a pre-proposal due in early November 2026, followed by a full proposal for successful applicants.

### When does the call open?

The call opens on 9 September 2026.

### What topic does this Biodiversa+ call fund?

It funds research on novel ecosystems, biodiversity, and their socio-ecological consequences and future trajectories.

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