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Biodiversity Partnership (Biodiversa+) — Joint Call

Approx. €350,000 (incl. overheads)Up to 36 months

No current open call deadline specified; periodic calls organised by the partnership

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Biodiversa+ is a periodic joint call that funds transnational biodiversity research partnerships through FWO, with approximately €350,000 available per Flemish project over three years. Eligible applicants are Flemish researchers embedded in consortia of at least three entities from three different EU member states. Proposals are submitted through the Biodiversa+ call secretariat and ranked by an international panel; FWO selection follows consortium approval.

Details

Funder FWO
Budget Approx. €350,000 (incl. overheads)
Duration Up to 36 months
Consortium Required — minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states
Frequency Periodic
Eligible countries BE

Eligibility & scope

FWO co-funds transnational biodiversity research for Flemish researchers under Biodiversa+. ~€350k per Flemish project (2 projects, 3 years). Applicants submit to the call secretariat; FWO selection based on transnational panel ranking. FO or SBO rules apply; SBO spin-off projects ineligible.

Who Should Apply

  • •Flemish researchers based at recognised FWO host institutions
  • •Applicants ready to lead or co-lead transnational biodiversity research consortia
  • •Projects involving a minimum of 3 partners from 3 different EU member states
  • •Established research groups with prior experience in collaborative, multi-country projects

Key Dates

  • •Periodic calls organised by Biodiversa+ partnership; no standing deadline, monitor Grantsby and the Biodiversa+ portal for announcements
  • •Up to 36-month project duration from funding start

Tips for Applicants

  • ✓Consortium assembly is gating: identify and secure letters of commitment from at least 3 partners in 3 different EU countries before submission; weak consortia stall at the international panel stage.
  • ✓Submit through the Biodiversa+ call secretariat, not directly to FWO; FWO's role is to rank the Flemish component based on the transnational panel's recommendations.
  • ✓FO and SBO rules apply depending on your institution type; SBO spin-off projects are ineligible, confirm your eligibility pathway early.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can a Flemish project receive under Biodiversa+?

Approximately €350,000 over three years, including indirect costs (overheads).

Who can apply for Biodiversa+ funding through FWO?

Flemish researchers at recognised FWO host institutions leading or participating in transnational consortia of at least 3 entities from 3 different EU member states.

How often does the Biodiversa+ call open?

The call is periodic, not annual; FWO and Biodiversa+ partners announce open windows on their websites. Check Grantsby and the official Biodiversa+ portal for the next deadline.

Are spin-off companies eligible under Biodiversa+?

SBO-funded spin-off projects are ineligible; FO or SBO rules apply depending on your institution type. Confirm your eligibility with FWO.

How is the evaluation process structured?

Proposals are submitted to the Biodiversa+ call secretariat and ranked by an international transnational panel; FWO then makes its final selection based on that ranking.

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