Research Council of Finland
Strategisen tutkimuksen uudet ohjelmat – aiehaku (Strategic Research new programmes – letter of intent call)
Letter-of-intent call targeted for publication Oct 2026, opening Nov 2026, subject to Government decision-making schedule; theme proposal submitted to Government in June 2026
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Academy of Finland's Strategic Research new programmes support consortium-based research tackling societal challenges through the Strategic Research Council (STN). The call opens in November 2026 with a letter-of-intent stage, followed by a full programme call; timing is subject to Finnish Government approval. Consortia must be based at Finnish institutions and demonstrate clear pathways to societal impact.
Details
| Funder | Research Council of Finland |
| Consortium | Required — consortium preparation explicitly supported |
| Application | 2-stage: letter of intent (aiehaku) → full programme call |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Next round | 2026-11 |
| Eligible countries | FI |
Eligibility & scope
New thematic programmes under the Strategic Research Council (STN). Timing depends on Finnish Government decision schedule. Targets societal-impact research consortia at Finnish institutions. Full call to follow the letter-of-intent stage.
Who Should Apply
- •Research teams based at Finnish academic and research institutions
- •Interdisciplinary consortia combining multiple research groups or partners
- •Projects with clear societal-impact focus aligned with Government priorities
- •Researchers with experience in consortium leadership and project coordination
Key Dates
- •Letter-of-intent call opens November 2026 (subject to Government decision)
- •Two-stage process: letter of intent (aiehaku) followed by full programme call
- •Academy of Finland provides consortium preparation support during the letter-of-intent stage
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Consortium formation is required and supported, use the letter-of-intent stage to build partnerships and clarify the societal-impact angle before the full call.
- ✓Government decision timing is critical; monitor Academy of Finland announcements closely from June 2026 onwards for final call details and theme scope.
- ✓The letter of intent is a gateway; clarity and feasibility of consortium structure weigh heavily in advancing to the full programme call.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Academy of Finland Strategic Research Council call structure?
It is a two-stage call beginning with a letter-of-intent (aiehaku) in November 2026, followed by a full programme call open to consortia selected from the letter-of-intent stage.
Do I need a consortium to apply?
Yes, consortium participation is required; Academy of Finland provides support during the letter-of-intent stage to help form and prepare consortia.
Who is eligible for the Strategic Research new programmes call?
Research consortia based at Finnish institutions working on societal-impact research aligned with Government-approved strategic themes.
When does the Strategic Research call open?
The letter-of-intent call is targeted for November 2026, subject to Finnish Government decision-making; theme proposal was submitted to Government in June 2026.
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