# NWO Talent Programme Vidi - Health Research and Development (ZonMw) 2025

**Funder:** ZonMw
**Consortium:** No
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** NL
**Official call:** https://www.nwo.nl/en/calls/nwo-talent-programme-vidi-health-research-and-development-zonmw-2025
**Last verified:** 18 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

For researchers who have gained several years of research experience after their PhD. Individual grant for researchers at Dutch knowledge institutions in Health Research and Development.

## Summary

The NWO Talent Programme Vidi (ZonMw) funds health researchers several years post-PhD to lead independent research projects at Dutch institutions. It is the mid-career tier of the NWO Talent scheme and is open to researchers in health research and development working across all disciplines within the ZonMw domain. The programme runs annually.

## Who should apply

- Researchers several years past their PhD with a track record of independent output
- Applicants hosted at a recognised Dutch research, academic, or healthcare institution
- Health research and development focus within the ZonMw domain
- Researchers ready to establish or expand their independent research leadership

## Key dates

- Annual deadline (verify the exact date on the NWO or ZonMw portal)
- Project duration varies by funder guidance; check the call text for specifics

## Tips for applicants

- The Vidi is a leadership call, emphasise your vision for an independent research line, not incremental extension of prior work.
- ZonMw panels value translational relevance and health-system impact; ground your project in patient or healthcare benefit.
- A named mentor or collaborating clinician in the host institution strengthens the application, especially for laboratory researchers moving toward implementation.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is eligible for the NWO Vidi ZonMw?

Researchers several years past their PhD with a track record of independent research, hosted at a recognised Dutch knowledge institution in health research and development.

### Is the NWO Vidi an annual competition?

Yes, the NWO Talent Programme Vidi runs annually through ZonMw.

### Do I need consortium partners for the NWO Vidi ZonMw?

No, the Vidi is an individual grant; you are not required to have consortium partners.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/zonmw-nwo-talent-programme-vidi-health-research-and-deve-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.