# Exploratory Interdisciplinary Synergy Programme 2026

**Funder:** Novo Nordisk Foundation
**Budget:** Up to DKK 6.8 million per grant
**Deadline:** 3 September 2026 (14:00 Copenhagen time)
**Duration:** 3 years
**Consortium:** Required, 2-4 entities (main applicant + 1-3 co-applicants) from different disciplines
**Application:** Single stage
**TRL:** 1-2
**Frequency:** Annual
**Next round:** 2027-03
**Eligible countries:** DK
**Official call:** https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/grant/exploratory-interdisciplinary-synergy-programme-2026/
**Last verified:** 14 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports creative, high-risk/high-gain interdisciplinary research spanning scientific disciplines and techniques, addressing challenges in health and sustainability. Applicants must be based in Denmark. Focuses on early-stage, untested ideas requiring interdisciplinary collaboration across disciplines, organisations, and national borders.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/novo-nordisk-foundation-exploratory-interdisciplinary-synergy-programme-20-2026-09) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.