FWO
FORESTPathways
13:00 CEST (Brussels); pre-proposal and FWO pre-registration deadline
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FORESTPathways is a Flemish co-funding scheme from FWO supporting Flemish partners in transnational consortia applying to the Horizon Europe FOREST Partnership cofund call on forest, forestry and forest-based sector research. It funds Flemish research institutions for up to €350,000 per subproject, over up to 36 months, through either a fundamental-research (FO) or valorisation-focused (SBO) channel. Applicants must hold an eligible appointment, such as a ZAP position or a doctoral degree, covering the full project duration.
Details
| Funder | FWO |
| Budget | Up to €350,000 per Flemish subproject, including overhead |
| Deadline | 2 December 2026 |
| Duration | Up to 36 months |
| Consortium | Required — transnational consortium with at least one Flemish partner institution, part of the Horizon Europe FOREST Partnership cofund call |
| Application | 2-stage: pre-proposal (with mandatory FWO e-loket pre-registration) → full proposal |
| Frequency | One-off |
| Eligible countries | BE |
Eligibility & scope
Transnational call under the Horizon Europe FOREST Partnership for forest, forestry and forest-based sector research. FWO funds Flemish research institutions via FO (fundamental) or SBO (valorisation-focused) channels; applicant must hold an eligible appointment (e.g. ZAP, doctoral degree) covering the full project duration.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers at Flemish institutions holding an eligible appointment (e.g. ZAP, doctoral degree) for the full project duration
- •Forest, forestry and forest-based sector researchers joining a transnational consortium
- •Teams pursuing either fundamental research (FO) or valorisation-focused research (SBO)
- •Applicants able to secure at least one Flemish partner within a Horizon Europe FOREST Partnership consortium
Key Dates
- •Pre-proposal and mandatory FWO e-loket pre-registration due 2 December 2026, 13:00 CEST (Brussels)
- •Two-stage process: pre-proposal first, then full proposal
- •Projects run up to 36 months; this is a one-off call
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Complete the FWO e-loket pre-registration well before the 13:00 CEST deadline, it is mandatory alongside the pre-proposal and is a common point of failure.
- ✓Confirm your appointment status (e.g. ZAP, doctoral degree) covers the entire proposed project duration before applying, since FWO checks this eligibility closely.
- ✓Decide early whether your project fits the FO (fundamental) or SBO (valorisation-focused) channel, as this shapes how FWO evaluates the Flemish subproject.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much funding does FORESTPathways provide?
Up to €350,000 per Flemish subproject, including overhead.
Who is eligible to apply for FORESTPathways?
Researchers at Flemish institutions with an eligible appointment, such as a ZAP position or doctoral degree, covering the full project duration, joining a transnational consortium with at least one Flemish partner.
Is FORESTPathways a one-time call or recurring?
It is a one-off call, part of the Horizon Europe FOREST Partnership cofund.
What is the application process for FORESTPathways?
It is a two-stage process: a pre-proposal with mandatory FWO e-loket pre-registration, followed by a full proposal.
How long can a FORESTPathways project run?
Projects can run for up to 36 months.
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