Senior / advanced PI

Joint interdisciplinary fundamental research projects between Flemish and Québec researchers, involving at least two of the three FRQ sectors (Health / Society & Culture / Nature & Technologies). Applicants must be affiliated with an eligible Flemish host institution; no distinction between junior and senior researchers. Projects start 1 January 2027.

For senior researchers at the consolidation/leadership stage who obtained their PhD within 15 years of 1 March 2026. Applicants must demonstrate academic qualities exceeding international peer group norms and established leadership/mentorship skills. Proposals must be written in English.

Open to established researchers or teams led by an established researcher based at eligible not-for-profit organisations in the UK, Republic of Ireland, or low- and middle-income countries (excluding India and mainland China). Research must fit within Wellcome's Discovery Research remit and have potential to improve human life, health, and wellbeing across any discipline including STEM, humanities, social science, and public health.

Open to established researchers or teams led by an established researcher based at eligible organisations in the UK, Republic of Ireland, or low- and middle-income countries (excluding India and mainland China). Research must fit within Wellcome's Discovery Research remit and have potential to improve human life, health, and wellbeing across any discipline including STEM, humanities, social science, and public health.

Open to established researchers or teams led by an established researcher based at eligible not-for-profit organisations in the UK, Republic of Ireland, or low- and middle-income countries (excluding India and mainland China). Research must fit within Wellcome's Discovery Research remit and have potential to improve human life, health, and wellbeing across any discipline including STEM, humanities, social science, and public health.

For established research leaders with no PhD-based eligibility window, requiring a significant record of major scientific achievements. PI must dedicate minimum 30% working time to project, with at least 50% of total working time in an EU Member State or Associated Country. Host Institution must be established in an EU Member State or Associated Country. Single PI, no consortium required.

FWO bench fee support for researchers in Flanders taking sabbatical leave. Targeted at senior researchers affiliated with Flemish research institutions. Permanent/rolling call with no fixed submission deadline.

Three funding instruments (Veni, Vidi, Vici) tailored to various phases in researchers' scientific careers, enabling them to conduct independent research. Targets early- to mid-career researchers at Dutch institutions.

New opening of the Tremplin ERC funding instrument to applicants to the ERC Advanced Grants call. Aimed at lowering barriers for submission of European projects and supporting risk-taking by French research teams. Launched as part of the 2026 Work Programme.

Open to senior postdocs, senior researchers, assistant professors, or newly employed associate professors worldwide who will be hosted at a university or non-profit research institution in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, or Sweden. Supports fundamental research in industrial or environmental biotechnology with strategic outlook toward scaling, sustainability, and productivity. Research must commence no earlier than May 2026 and begin by April 2027 at the latest.

Three funding instruments (Veni, Vidi, Vici) supporting researchers at various career stages to conduct curiosity-driven research. Tailored to early, mid, and senior career phases.