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CASS (China) - Bilateral call with the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences
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The F.R.S.-FNRS CASS (China) bilateral call funds collaborative research projects between Belgian and Chinese researchers, with host institutions based in Belgium's French-speaking community (Wallonia, Brussels). The call is open to researchers at recognised French-Community universities and approved research centres, with projects requiring a partner at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS). This is a structured mobility and partnership initiative supporting cross-border investigation in the social sciences.
Details
| Funder | F.R.S.-FNRS (Fonds de la Recherche Scientifique) |
| Eligible countries | BE |
Eligibility & scope
CASS (China) - Bilateral call with the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences from the F.R.S.-FNRS, the research-funding agency for Belgium's French-speaking community (Wallonia–Brussels). The host institution must be a French-Community university or approved research centre in Belgium.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers based at a French-Community university or approved research centre in Belgium
- •Researchers with an established or developing collaboration partner at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS)
- •Social science researchers with a structured cross-border project
- •Teams ready to conduct bilateral field work or collaborative study
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 30 September 2026
- •Host institution must be located in Belgium's French-speaking community (Wallonia, Brussels)
Tips for Applicants
- ✓A named CASS partner institution and a letter of commitment from the Chinese side strengthen the application significantly.
- ✓Clearly articulate how the bilateral partnership adds intellectual value beyond what either side could deliver alone.
- ✓Ensure your host institution is F.R.S.-FNRS approved before investing effort in the full proposal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the F.R.S.-FNRS CASS bilateral call?
Researchers hosted at a French-Community university or approved research centre in Belgium, with an active research partner at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.
What is the host institution requirement for this bilateral call?
The host institution must be located in Belgium's French-speaking community (Wallonia, Brussels) and approved by F.R.S.-FNRS.
When is the deadline for the CASS bilateral call?
The deadline is 30 September 2026.
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