# Weave Lead Agency – Luxembourg

**Funder:** SNSF
**Deadline:** 1 October 2026 (Deadlines 1 April and 1 October for SNSF as Lead Agency; FNR 2027 deadline not yet defined)
**Duration:** Up to 48 months if SNSF is Lead Agency; up to 36 months if FNR is Lead Agency
**Consortium:** Required — joint project with a partner researcher in Luxembourg via FNR (bilateral SNSF–FNR Weave agreement)
**Application:** Single stage; copy of application must be submitted to the other agency within 7 days if filed with FNR
**Frequency:** Continuous
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.snf.ch/en/tdRSvk5gFpAQG1cB/funding/projects/weave-lead-agency-luxembourg
**Last updated:** 27 Sept 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Bilateral SNSF–FNR (Luxembourg) Weave/Lead Agency scheme within FNR's CORE thematic research programme; applicants may hold max two simultaneous project funding grants, one of which must be a Weave/Lead Agency/International Co-Investigator project with clearly distinct topics. Submission in a non-English language possible only in certain humanities/social science disciplines, subject to prior agreement with agencies involved.

## Summary

Weave Lead Agency funds bilateral research collaborations between Switzerland and Luxembourg, with the Swiss partner hosted at an SNSF-eligible institution and the Luxembourg partner at an FNR-eligible institution. Projects led by SNSF run up to 48 months; those led by FNR run up to 36 months. This call is part of FNR's CORE multi-annual thematic programme and operates on a biannual cycle.

## Who should apply

- Swiss researchers hosted at SNSF-eligible institutions seeking cross-border collaboration
- Luxembourg-based partners eligible through FNR's CORE multi-annual programme
- Research teams with clearly distinct project topics if Swiss PI already holds max two SNSF project grants
- Bilateral teams committed to a single joint application submitted via the Lead Agency

## Key dates

- Deadline: 1 October 2026 (next open window after 1 April 2026)
- Single-stage evaluation; if submitted to FNR first, copy must reach SNSF via mySNF within 7 days
- Up to 48 months (SNSF lead) or 36 months (FNR lead) project duration

## Tips for applicants

- Consortium structure is mandatory and enforced: Swiss applicant and Luxembourg partner must jointly design the project; mismatched institutional eligibility will stall the application.
- If you hold two active SNSF project grants already, this proposal's topic must be demonstrably distinct from both; reviewers check for scope overlap.
- Non-English submissions are permitted only in specific humanities and social sciences disciplines with prior written agreement from both agencies, confirm eligibility before drafting in another language.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the Weave Lead Agency grant?

Weave Lead Agency funds bilateral research collaborations between Swiss and Luxembourg teams, with the Swiss applicant at an SNSF-eligible institution and the Luxembourg partner at an FNR-eligible institution. Projects run up to 48 months under SNSF lead or 36 months under FNR lead.

### Is consortium participation required for Weave Lead Agency?

Yes, a bilateral Swiss, Luxembourg collaboration is mandatory. One Swiss applicant and one Luxembourg partner submit a single joint proposal via the designated Lead Agency.

### How many times per year does the Weave Lead Agency call open?

Twice per year; the next deadline after the 1 April 2026 deadline is 1 October 2026.

### Can I hold other SNSF grants while applying for Weave Lead Agency?

Yes, but you may hold a maximum of two simultaneous SNSF project grants; if you already hold two, this Weave proposal's research topic must be clearly distinct from both.

### Can I submit in a language other than English?

Non-English submissions are permitted only in specific humanities and social sciences disciplines and require prior written agreement from both SNSF and FNR.

---

Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/snsf-weave-lead-agency-luxembourg-2026-10) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

**See which EU calls match your profile.** [Preview your matches in 30 seconds, no signup](https://grantsby.eu/demo?ref=llm_grant_md&grant=snsf-weave-lead-agency-luxembourg-2026-10).