# Funding LArge international REsearch projects (FLARE)

**Funder:** SNSF
**Duration:** 1-2 years
**Consortium:** Optional — two or more applicants eligible per application if needed, each representing one or more subprojects of the experiment
**Application:** Single stage with presentation to the FLARE evaluation panel and external written reviews
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.snf.ch/en/yZyEJhumi0SmWZ1r/funding/infrastructures/flare
**Last updated:** 6 Sept 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports researchers employed at eligible Swiss institutions to participate in major international research infrastructure projects in particle physics, astrophysics and astroparticle physics, including LHC-related maintenance and computing grid contributions.

## Summary

SNSF FLARE funds Swiss researchers at Swiss institutions to participate in major international experiments in particle physics, astrophysics, and astroparticle physics, such as LHC and WLCG collaborations. Projects run 1-4 years and must represent a distinct sub-project within a broader experiment. The programme accepts one submission per experiment, though multi-applicant consortia are permitted if each applicant leads a clearly defined sub-project.

## Who should apply

- Swiss researchers employed at eligible Swiss institutions
- Researchers leading distinct sub-projects within major international particle physics, astrophysics, or astroparticle physics experiments
- Multi-applicant teams where each applicant directs a separate sub-project within the same experiment
- Proposals in English language

## Key dates

- Annual deadline (check current call text on mySNF for exact date)
- Single-stage submission via mySNF, followed by presentation to FLARE Evaluation Panel
- Project duration 1-4 years

## Tips for applicants

- Only one submission per experiment is accepted; ensure your sub-project is clearly delineated from other Swiss groups in the same collaboration to avoid overlap conflict.
- Multi-applicant submissions must clearly define separate sub-projects, pooled or joint-lead applications will not be reviewed.
- The FLARE panel evaluates implementation and fit within the experiment; demonstrate your team's specific role and resource plan concretely.

## Frequently asked questions

### What experiments are eligible for SNSF FLARE?

Major international experiments in particle physics, astrophysics, and astroparticle physics, including LHC and WLCG collaborations. Check the current call text on mySNF for the full list.

### How long can an SNSF FLARE project run?

Between 1 and 4 years, depending on the research plan and experiment timeline.

### Can multiple researchers from the same institution apply to FLARE for the same experiment?

Yes, if each applicant represents a distinct sub-project; only one submission per experiment is accepted overall, but multi-applicant consortia are allowed provided each leads a separate sub-project.

### Where do I submit an SNSF FLARE proposal?

Proposals are submitted in English via the mySNF online portal.

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