Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT)
Cooperação Bilateral Portugal-Alemanha 2026
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The Cooperação Bilateral Portugal-Alemanha 2026 funds joint research projects between Portuguese and German research institutions, requiring a bilateral consortium with named partners from both countries. Portuguese applicants must be based at eligible institutions in the Portuguese national science and technology system, with a mandatory parallel application from a German partner.
Details
| Funder | Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT) |
| Consortium | Required — bilateral joint project between a Portuguese and a German partner |
| Eligible countries | PT |
Eligibility & scope
Bilateral cooperation call between Portugal and Germany (joint call). Portuguese applicants must be based at institutions in the Portuguese national science and technology system. A parallel application by a German partner is required.
Who Should Apply
- •Portuguese researchers based at institutions in the Portuguese national science and technology system
- •Research groups with an established or developing collaboration with a German partner institution
- •Applicants preparing a coordinated bilateral submission with a named German co-applicant
Key Dates
- •Applications listed as available from 2 August 2026
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Secure a committed German partner before submission, this call gates on bilateral consortium completeness.
- ✓Coordinate timelines across both countries; German partner must submit the parallel application on the German funder timeline, not the FCT timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply to the Cooperação Bilateral Portugal-Alemanha 2026 as a solo Portuguese researcher?
No, this call requires a bilateral consortium with a named German partner; both Portuguese and German institutions must submit coordinated applications.
Where must a Portuguese applicant be based for Cooperação Bilateral Portugal-Alemanha 2026?
At an institution eligible under the Portuguese national science and technology system.
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