# Global Science Summit Programme 2026

**Funder:** Novo Nordisk Foundation
**Budget:** Up to DKK 7 million per grant
**Deadline:** 1 September 2026 (14:00 Copenhagen time; call opens 1 July 2026)
**Duration:** 1–3 years
**Consortium:** Required — 2–3 research groups (main applicant + 1–2 co-applicants)
**Application:** Single stage; results announced December 2026
**Eligible countries:** DK
**Official call:** https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/grant/global-science-summit-programme/
**Last verified:** 24 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports collaborative research on early detection and sustained adherence to cardiometabolic disease (CMD) care, leveraging AI and digital tools. Proposals must be submitted in English via the NORMA system. Requires 2–3 interdisciplinary research groups, potentially from different nations. Total call budget up to DKK 50 million (~USD 7.2M); individual grants capped at DKK 7 million (~USD 1M).

## Summary

The Global Science Summit Programme 2026 funds collaborative research on early detection and sustained adherence to cardiometabolic disease care, supported by AI and digital tools, with grants up to DKK 7 million over one to three years. This Novo Nordisk Foundation call requires a consortium of 2-3 interdisciplinary research groups led by a main applicant, open to researchers in Denmark. Projects addressing digital innovation or real-world patient engagement in cardiometabolic management are particularly competitive.

## Who should apply

- Research groups with expertise in cardiometabolic disease, early detection, or patient adherence
- Researchers based at Danish institutions (main applicant and co-applicant groups)
- Teams with interdisciplinary strength spanning basic science, clinical practice, and digital/AI methodology
- Established investigators capable of coordinating a 2-3-group consortium and submitting via NORMA

## Key dates

- Deadline 1 September 2026, 14:00 Copenhagen time; call opens 1 July 2026
- Single-stage application; results announced December 2026
- Project duration 1-3 years

## Tips for applicants

- Consortium structure is mandatory and scored: clarify the distinct contribution of each of the 2-3 groups upfront, and ensure co-applicant letters detail their specific role in early detection or adherence innovation.
- Novo Nordisk's cardiometabolic focus favours proposals with a clear real-world implementation angle, pure algorithmic work or lab-only validation will score lower than projects with patient-facing or clinician-integrated digital tools.
- Use the NORMA system submission window early (call opens 1 July); technical issues close to deadline are common and cannot be remedied after 1 September 14:00 CET.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much can I get from the Global Science Summit Programme 2026?

Individual grants are capped at DKK 7 million (approximately USD 1 million) for projects lasting 1-3 years.

### Do I need co-applicants to apply for this Novo Nordisk grant?

Yes, the programme requires a consortium of 2-3 interdisciplinary research groups, with you as the main applicant and 1-2 co-applicants.

### Who is eligible to apply for the Global Science Summit Programme 2026?

Researchers and research groups based at Danish institutions; international collaborators may join as co-applicants.

### What is the application deadline and how do I submit?

Deadline is 1 September 2026 at 14:00 Copenhagen time; submissions must be in English via the NORMA system.

### When will I hear the outcome?

Results will be announced in December 2026.

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