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F.R.S.-FNRS (Fonds de la Recherche Scientifique)

NRF (South Africa) - Bilateral call with The National Research Foundation

Deadline: 5 November 2026 (53 days)

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This bilateral call from F.R.S.-FNRS, the research-funding agency for Belgium's French-speaking community, supports joint research projects between Belgian researchers and counterparts funded by South Africa's National Research Foundation (NRF). Applicants must be hosted at a French-Community university or approved research centre in Wallonia-Brussels.

Details

Funder F.R.S.-FNRS (Fonds de la Recherche Scientifique)
Deadline 5 November 2026
Eligible countries BE

Eligibility & scope

NRF (South Africa) - Bilateral call with The National Research Foundation 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 hosted at a French-Community (Wallonia-Brussels) university or approved research centre
  • Projects involving collaboration with a South African NRF-funded research partner
  • Applicants based in Belgium (BE) only

Key Dates

  • Deadline: 5 November 2026

Tips for Applicants

  • Secure a confirmed South African NRF-side partner before applying, since this is a coordinated bilateral call requiring alignment with the NRF's own submission process.
  • Confirm your host institution qualifies as a French-Community university or approved research centre before drafting the proposal, as this eligibility rule is strictly enforced.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply to the F.R.S.-FNRS NRF South Africa bilateral call?

Researchers hosted at a French-Community university or approved research centre in Belgium, partnering with a researcher funded by South Africa's National Research Foundation.

What is the deadline for this F.R.S.-FNRS bilateral call?

The deadline is 5 November 2026.

Is this call open to researchers outside Belgium?

No, the eligible country is Belgium and the host institution must be a French-Community university or approved research centre.

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