Fundación BBVA
Programa Prismas y Problemas 2025
No deadline specified; 2025 call (second edition)
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Fundación BBVA's Programa Prismas y Problemas funds applied research on seven societal challenges, water, forests, housing, AI, neurodegenerative disease, healthcare systems, and migration, with 24-month projects led by Spanish-based researchers. The principal investigator must be a Spanish national or resident affiliated with a Spanish university or non-profit research institution, though team members may come from any country. Interdisciplinary collaboration and engagement with public agencies are encouraged, and proposals must be submitted in Spanish.
Details
| Funder | Fundación BBVA |
| Duration | 24 months |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | ES |
Eligibility & scope
Applied research on 7 societal challenges: water cycle, forests, housing/cities, AI, neurodegenerative diseases, healthcare systems, migration. Principal investigator must be Spanish national or resident in Spain, affiliated with a Spanish university or non-profit research institution. Team members may be from any country. Proposals must be submitted in Spanish (implied by call language). Interdisciplinary and public-agency collaboration encouraged.
Who Should Apply
- •Principal investigators who are Spanish nationals or Spain-based residents
- •Researchers affiliated with Spanish universities or non-profit research institutions
- •Interdisciplinary teams addressing one of the seven priority challenge areas
- •Projects encouraging collaboration with public agencies and cross-sector partners
Key Dates
- •Annual call cycle; 2025 is the second edition (verify exact deadline on Fundación BBVA website)
- •24-month project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Focus on applied outcomes and societal impact; BBVA prioritises evidence that research translates to policy or practice.
- ✓Interdisciplinary team composition strengthens the application; highlight collaborative arrangements with partners outside your home discipline.
- ✓Proposals must be submitted in Spanish; ensure terminology and framing align with Spanish research and policy contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can be the principal investigator for Programa Prismas y Problemas?
The PI must be a Spanish national or resident affiliated with a Spanish university or non-profit research institution.
How long is a Programa Prismas y Problemas project?
Projects run for 24 months.
What research topics are eligible for Programa Prismas y Problemas?
Seven societal challenges: water cycle, forests, housing and cities, AI, neurodegenerative diseases, healthcare systems, and migration.
Can international researchers join a Programa Prismas y Problemas team?
Yes, team members may come from any country, provided the principal investigator is Spain-based and the proposal is submitted in Spanish.
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