# Flare

**Funder:** SNSF
**Duration:** 1-2 years
**Consortium:** Optional - two or more applicants eligible per application if needed, each representing a subproject of the experiment
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.snf.ch/en/yZyEJhumi0SmWZ1r/funding/infrastructures/flare
**Last updated:** 11 Oct 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports Swiss-based researchers participating in major international research infrastructure projects in particle physics, astrophysics and astroparticle physics (e.g. LHC experiments, WLCG). Applicants must be employed at an eligible Swiss institution; only one submission accepted per experiment.

## Summary

SNSF Flare funds Swiss-based researchers taking part in major international research infrastructure projects in particle physics, astrophysics and astroparticle physics, such as LHC experiments or WLCG, for one to two years. It is open to researchers employed at an eligible Swiss institution, with only one submission accepted per experiment. Applications may optionally cover two or more subprojects, each representing part of the overall experiment.

## Who should apply

- Researchers employed at an eligible Swiss institution
- Participants in major international infrastructure projects like LHC experiments or WLCG
- Research groups working in particle physics, astrophysics or astroparticle physics
- Teams needing to coordinate one submission across multiple subprojects of the same experiment

## Key dates

- Project duration of 1 to 2 years
- Only one submission accepted per experiment

## Tips for applicants

- Coordinate internally before submitting, only one application per experiment is accepted, so overlapping groups must consolidate into a single proposal.
- If multiple subprojects are involved, structure the application to clearly attribute each applicant's contribution to a distinct subproject.
- Frame the project around participation in a named international infrastructure (e.g. a specific LHC experiment or WLCG) rather than standalone research questions.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does SNSF Flare funding last?

Flare projects run for one to two years.

### Who is eligible for SNSF Flare?

Researchers employed at an eligible Swiss institution who participate in major international research infrastructure projects in particle physics, astrophysics or astroparticle physics.

### Can multiple applicants apply together for SNSF Flare?

Yes, a consortium of two or more applicants is allowed if needed, with each representing a subproject of the experiment, but only one submission is accepted per experiment.

### What kind of projects does SNSF Flare fund?

It funds participation in major international research infrastructure projects such as LHC experiments and WLCG in particle physics, astrophysics and astroparticle physics.

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

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