# NFRF/NordForsk Call 2026: International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges

**Funder:** Research Council of Finland
**Consortium:** Required — international consortium
**Eligible countries:** FI
**Official call:** https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/apply-for-funding/calls-for-applications/international-calls/nfrfnordforsk-call-2026-international-joint-initiative-for-research-harnessing-disruptive-technologies-to-address-global-challenges/
**Last verified:** 20 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

International joint call with NFRF (Canada) and NordForsk on disruptive technologies addressing global challenges. International consortium required. Finnish applicants apply through the Research Council of Finland.

## Summary

The NFRF/NordForsk Call 2026 funds international consortia developing disruptive technologies to address global challenges, with Finnish applicants applying through the Research Council of Finland. The call requires collaboration across borders and partners from Finland, Canada, and Nordic countries. This is a strategic joint initiative emphasizing innovation with real-world impact.

## Who should apply

- Finnish research teams ready to lead or co-lead international consortia
- Researchers and institutions across all disciplines with technology-driven solutions
- Projects bridging innovation from lab to application or policy
- Partners able to commit to cross-border collaboration with Canada and Nordic countries

## Key dates

- Call is open; exact deadline to be confirmed on Research Council of Finland website
- International consortium participation required
- Multi-year project duration (verify on funder website)

## Tips for applicants

- International consortium is mandatory, begin partner discussions early; weak consortium letters weaken the entire bid.
- Frame your disruptive technology with explicit reference to a global challenge (climate, health, energy, etc.); vague applications will not advance.
- Include a named Canadian or Nordic co-lead; single-country dominance undermines the joint-call spirit and evaluation criteria.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who can apply to the NFRF/NordForsk Call 2026?

Finnish applicants apply through the Research Council of Finland as part of an international consortium including partners from Canada and Nordic countries.

### Is the international consortium required?

Yes, the call mandates an international consortium involving institutions across participating countries.

### What types of research does this call fund?

Projects developing disruptive technologies to address global challenges, evaluated for innovation and real-world impact.

### When is the deadline for the NFRF/NordForsk Call 2026?

The call is open, but the exact deadline has not yet been specified; check the Research Council of Finland website for details.

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