# SSH Open Competition XS 2026 Round 2

**Funder:** NWO
**Budget:** Up to €50,000
**Deadline:** 7 April 2026 (Before 14:00:00 CEST)
**Duration:** 6-24 months
**Consortium:** No
**Application:** Single stage
**Frequency:** Annual
**Next round:** 2026-09
**Official call:** https://www.nwo.nl/en/calls/ssh-open-competition-xs-2026-round-1
**Last verified:** 2 April 2026

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