# M-ERA.NET – Utlysning 2026 - ERA-NET for forskning og innovasjon på materialer

**Funder:** Research Council of Norway
**Budget:** Up to €2.4M (for Norwegian participants)
**Deadline:** 18 November 2026 (Outline deadline: 12 May 2026; full proposal deadline for invited applicants: 18 November 2026; final deadline listed as 28 January 2027)
**Consortium:** Required — multi-country international consortium
**Application:** 2-stage: outline → invited full proposal
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** NO
**Official call:** https://www.forskningsradet.no/utlysninger/internasjonale-fellesutlysninger/m-era-net-forskning-innovasjon-materialer/
**Last verified:** 18 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

M-ERA.NET international joint call for materials research and innovation. Up to €2.4M available for Norwegian researchers and industry participating in international collaboration. Norwegian host institution required; projects must include partners from multiple countries.

## Summary

M-ERA.NET is an international joint call providing up to €2.4 million for Norwegian researchers and industry to lead collaborative materials research and innovation projects. Applicants must form multi-country consortia with partners from participating countries and host the project at a Norwegian institution. The call runs annually and operates in two stages: outline submission followed by invited full proposal.

## Who should apply

- Researchers and industry representatives based in Norway with materials science or innovation focus
- Consortia spanning at least two countries with a Norwegian host institution
- Teams addressing materials research and innovation questions with cross-border collaboration
- Applicants preparing for a two-stage process starting with a concise outline in May

## Key dates

- Outline deadline: 12 May 2026
- Full proposal deadline (invited applicants only): 18 November 2026
- Two-stage evaluation: outline review, then full proposal and selection

## Tips for applicants

- The outline stage is competitive; clarity of the cross-border value proposition and Norwegian institutional commitment are critical at this gate.
- Partner letters confirming consortium commitment strengthen outline submissions, ambiguous consortium depth is a common rejection reason.
- Align your materials research focus with ERA-NET strategic priorities (check M-ERA.NET website for current thematic pillars) to improve triage scoring.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much funding is available for Norwegian researchers in M-ERA.NET 2026?

Up to €2.4 million per project for Norwegian participants. Budget is allocated to the Norwegian partner share of the consortium.

### Is M-ERA.NET a consortium call?

Yes, a multi-country international consortium is required, with at least one partner outside Norway. The Norwegian institution acts as the host.

### What is the outline deadline for M-ERA.NET 2026?

The outline submission deadline is 12 May 2026. Shortlisted consortia are invited to submit full proposals by 18 November 2026.

### Can a single Norwegian institution lead an M-ERA.NET project?

No, projects must include international partners from multiple countries. The Norwegian host institution coordinates but cannot be the sole applicant.

### How often does M-ERA.NET run a call?

M-ERA.NET runs annually, making it a recurring opportunity for materials research consortia.

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