FWO
Senior Research Project
Closed 2026-04-01 at 17:00; next call expected ~January 2027
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The FWO Senior Research Project funds fundamental, curiosity-driven research with €50k-€145k per year per institution plus up to €150k for equipment, over four years minimum (two years). Applicants must have more than 12 years of postdoctoral seniority and be hosted at a Flemish research institution, with non-Flemish partners eligible for up to 10% of the budget. FWO runs this call annually.
Details
| Funder | FWO |
| Budget | €50k–€145k per year per institution (staff & consumables); up to €150k equipment per project |
| Duration | 4 years (minimum 2 years) |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage with rebuttal phase (10–21 September 2026) |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Next round | 2027-01 |
| Eligible countries | BE |
Eligibility & scope
For researchers with postdoctoral seniority of >12 years. Funds fundamental, curiosity-driven research at eligible Flemish host institutions. Non-Flemish partners may receive up to 10% of budget. Proposals submitted via FWO e-portal by the main host institution. 6% overhead awarded to host institution(s).
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers with >12 years postdoctoral seniority
- •Hosted at an eligible Flemish academic or research institution
- •Fundamental and curiosity-driven research focus
- •Proposals with potential for non-Flemish collaborators (up to 10% budget share)
Key Dates
- •Deadline 1 April 2026 at 17:00 (closed); next call expected January 2027
- •Single-stage application with rebuttal phase (10-21 September 2026)
- •Four-year project duration (minimum two years)
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The rebuttal phase is live; prepare concise, point-by-point responses to reviewer critique, this round shapes the final score.
- ✓Non-Flemish partner budget is capped at 10%; frame collaborators as enhancing breadth, not core capacity.
- ✓6% institutional overhead is awarded; host institution administration will handle this, but budget your staffing and consumables accordingly within the yearly envelope.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the FWO Senior Research Project fund?
€50k-€145k per year per institution for staff and consumables, plus up to €150k for equipment over the project duration.
Who is eligible for the FWO Senior Research Project?
Researchers with more than 12 years of postdoctoral seniority, hosted at a Flemish research institution.
Can I include non-Flemish partners in an FWO Senior Research Project?
Yes; non-Flemish partners may receive up to 10% of the total project budget.
How long is the FWO Senior Research Project?
Four-year duration with a minimum of two years; you may propose shorter projects within this range.
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