# New Foundations

**Funder:** IRC
**Consortium:** No
**Eligible countries:** IE
**Official call:** https://research.ie/funding/
**Last verified:** 18 June 2026

## Summary

The New Foundations call from the Irish Research Council funds research projects across all disciplines in Ireland. Researchers based at eligible Irish institutions can apply; specific career stage, budget, and project duration details are available on the IRC website.

## Who should apply

- Researchers based at eligible Irish institutions
- All academic disciplines eligible

## Key dates

- Call listed 2 April 2026, verify current deadline on IRC website

## Tips for applicants

- Check the IRC website for the full call document, which specifies career stage eligibility, budget caps, and application stages.
- Confirm your host institution's eligibility status with your research office before investing time in the proposal.

## Frequently asked questions

### What does the New Foundations call fund?

Research projects across all disciplines, hosted at eligible Irish institutions.

### Where can I find the deadline and full eligibility criteria for New Foundations?

Visit the Irish Research Council website for the complete call text, which details career stage, budget, duration, and submission stages.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/irc-new-foundations-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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