# Biodiversa+ Call

**Funder:** SNSF
**Consortium:** Required — transnational consortium of partner organisations from participating countries
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.snf.ch/en/gaGYS8iom20zvCCM/news/biodiversa-new-call-opening
**Last updated:** 13 Sept 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Biodiversa+ European Partnership call addressing biodiversity and novel ecosystems; Swiss-based researchers can participate, funded directly by SNSF per national annex rules.

## Summary

The Biodiversa+ Call funds transnational research consortia working on biodiversity and novel ecosystems, with SNSF providing direct funding to Swiss-based participants under national annex rules. The call runs annually as part of the wider European Biodiversa+ Partnership, and applicants must join a consortium with partner organisations from other participating countries.

## Who should apply

- Researchers based at Swiss institutions working on biodiversity or ecosystem science
- Applicants able to form or join a transnational consortium with partners from other participating countries
- Projects addressing biodiversity and novel ecosystems within the Biodiversa+ scope

## Key dates

- Deadline depends on the specific call topic (check the annual call text)
- Call opens annually
- Swiss applicants funded directly by SNSF under national annex rules

## Tips for applicants

- Confirm the national annex rules for Swiss participants early, since SNSF funds its share directly rather than through a central Biodiversa+ pot.
- Line up consortium partners from eligible participating countries before drafting, since the transnational consortium requirement is gating.
- Check the specific annual call text for the exact deadline and topic focus, as these vary year to year.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is eligible to apply for the Biodiversa+ Call through SNSF?

Switzerland-based researchers can participate as part of a transnational consortium, with SNSF funding the Swiss partners directly according to national annex rules.

### Do I need a consortium to apply to Biodiversa+?

Yes, applications require a transnational consortium made up of partner organisations from the participating Biodiversa+ countries.

### How often does the Biodiversa+ call open?

The call runs annually, though the exact deadline depends on the specific call topic each year.

### What research topics does Biodiversa+ fund?

The call funds research on biodiversity and novel ecosystems as part of the wider Biodiversa+ European Partnership.

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

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