Research Council of Finland
Huippuyksikköohjelman 2022–2029 väliarviointi ja jatkokauden kutsuhaku (Finnish Centres of Excellence 2022–2029 Mid-Term Evaluation and Continued Funding, Invitation Only)
Funding decisions made November 2026 and January 2027
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The Finnish Centres of Excellence 2022-2029 Mid-Term Evaluation and Continued Funding is an invitation-only call for existing Centres of Excellence to apply for extended support through 2029 following a mandatory mid-term review. Only current CoE holders at Finnish research institutions are eligible; the evaluation assesses progress against original goals, the quality of the continuation plan, and strategies for securing complementary EU funding.
Details
| Funder | Research Council of Finland |
| Duration | Until 2029 (continuation period) |
| Application | Mid-term evaluation (4-year report + SAB reports + original research plan) → international review panel → funding decision |
| Frequency | One-off |
| Eligible countries | FI |
Eligibility & scope
Invitation-only call for existing Finnish Centres of Excellence (2022–2029 programme) to apply for continued funding after mid-term evaluation. Applicants must be current CoE holders; evaluation covers achievement of original goals, quality of continuation plan, and plans for EU funding. Finnish research institutions only.
Who Should Apply
- •Current holders of a Finnish Centre of Excellence (2022-2029) designation
- •Research teams based at recognised Finnish academic institutions
- •Centres with a strong track record against original mid-term targets
- •Teams with a credible plan for EU co-funding or complementary external support
Key Dates
- •Invitation-only call for current CoE holders
- •Mid-term evaluation phase: 4-year report, SAB (Scientific Advisory Board) assessment, and original research plan review
- •Funding decisions: November 2026 and January 2027
- •Continuation period extends until 2029
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The evaluation pivots on demonstrated achievement of your original 2022-2029 targets, prepare detailed, evidence-backed progress narratives for each objective.
- ✓EU co-funding strategy is a formal evaluation criterion; outline concrete conversations with Horizon Europe or other large funders, not aspirational statements.
- ✓SAB reports carry significant weight; brief your board members before submission and ensure their narrative aligns with your continuation plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Finnish Centres of Excellence continuation call?
Only current holders of a Finnish Centre of Excellence designation from the 2022-2029 programme based at recognised Finnish research institutions.
What is the mid-term evaluation based on?
The evaluation reviews a 4-year progress report, reports from the Scientific Advisory Board, and how well the centre has pursued its original research plan.
When will funding decisions be announced?
Funding decisions are scheduled for November 2026 and January 2027.
How long is the continuation period?
Continued funding extends until 2029, the end of the current Centre of Excellence programme cycle.
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