# SPRONG (thematisch)

**Funder:** Regieorgaan SIA
**Deadline:** 15 September 2026 (14.00 uur CEST)
**Duration:** 8 years
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** NL
**Official call:** https://regieorgaan-sia.nl/financiering/sprong-thematisch/
**Last verified:** 2 August 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Thematic variant of SPRONG: invests in research groups at Dutch hogescholen with potential to grow into strong SPRONG groups over 8 years, aimed at building research infrastructure of hogescholen.

## Summary

SPRONG (thematisch) funds research groups at Dutch hogescholen with growth potential to become leading research teams over eight years, with the goal of strengthening research infrastructure across applied higher education institutions. The call is open annually to teams at hogescholen that can demonstrate a clear development trajectory and institutional commitment.

## Who should apply

- Research groups at Dutch hogescholen
- Teams with demonstrated growth potential and a clear development plan
- Groups positioned to establish or strengthen research infrastructure within their institution

## Key dates

- Deadline 15 September 2026 at 14:00 CEST
- Annual call
- Eight-year project duration

## Tips for applicants

- This call explicitly funds capacity building at hogescholen, not universities, demonstrate how your group will strengthen your institution's research environment, not just your own output.
- Hogescholen panels value applied and translational angles; frame your work in terms of relevance to professional practice or industry partnership where applicable.
- Growth trajectory must be realistic and costed over eight years; vague ambition without institutional resource planning will weaken your case.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is SPRONG (thematisch) and who can apply?

SPRONG (thematisch) funds research groups at Dutch hogescholen with potential to develop into strong research teams over eight years, aimed at building hogeschool research capacity. The call is open to groups at applied higher education institutions in the Netherlands.

### How long is SPRONG (thematisch) funding?

Projects run for eight years.

### When is the SPRONG (thematisch) deadline?

The annual deadline is 15 September 2026 at 14:00 CEST.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/regieorgaan-sia-sprong-thematisch-2026-09) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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