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Driving Urban Transitions (DUT) — Joint Call
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Driving Urban Transitions (DUT) is a joint call co-funded by FWO offering approximately €350,000 per Flemish project for transnational research on urban sustainability and transitions. Projects run for up to three years and require a consortium of at least three entities from three different EU member states, with Flemish researchers as principal applicants. FWO evaluates proposals through a transnational panel and selects projects under its FO (fundamental research) or SBO (strategic basic research) frameworks, excluding spin-off ventures.
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 urban transitions research for Flemish researchers under DUT. ~€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 research institutions in Belgium eligible to hold FWO grants
- •Project leads able to coordinate international consortia (minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states)
- •Teams pursuing fundamental or strategic basic research on urban transitions and sustainability
- •Research groups with established networks in at least two other EU countries
Key Dates
- •Periodic calls organised by the partnership; verify the next deadline on the call secretariat website
- •Consortium of at least 3 entities from 3 EU member states required before submission
- •Up to 36-month project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Build your consortium early, the three-country, three-entity minimum is a gating criterion, not a preference; proposals without valid consortia will be desk-rejected.
- ✓Submit through the call secretariat, not directly to FWO; the transnational panel ranks all proposals first, and FWO selects from ranked shortlist.
- ✓Ensure you are applying under FO or SBO rules; SBO spin-off projects are ineligible, so verify your project classification before drafting.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does DUT fund per project?
Approximately €350,000 per Flemish project, covering a three-year research period.
Who can apply to the Driving Urban Transitions call?
Flemish researchers based at FWO-eligible institutions in Belgium, provided they lead a transnational consortium of at least 3 entities from 3 different EU member states.
Is a consortium required for DUT?
Yes, a minimum of three entities from three different EU member states must be part of the project.
Are spin-off projects eligible for DUT funding?
No, SBO spin-off projects are explicitly ineligible; only FO (fundamental research) or SBO (strategic basic research) core projects qualify.
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