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KWF

Lead4Life PPP Call 2026

€0.5M–€2M per project (total programme: €5M)||Up to 4 years

12:00 noon; full proposals only — matchmaking phase precedes

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The KWF Lead4Life PPP Call 2026 funds public-private partnership consortia to develop lead-212 radiopharmaceutical therapies and enabling production technologies, with grants of €0.5M-€2M per project over up to four years. This Health~Holland programme is open to Dutch research institutions partnered with industry, and requires a mandatory Consortium Agreement among all participants. The call runs in two stages: a matchmaking phase followed by full proposal submission, closing 22 September 2026.

Details

Funder	KWF
Budget	€0.5M–€2M per project (total programme: €5M)
Duration	Up to 4 years
Consortium	Required — public-private partnership consortium; Consortium Agreement between all participants is mandatory
Application	2-stage: matchmaking phase → full proposal (opened 5 May 2026, closes 22 September 2026)
Frequency	One-off
Eligible countries	NL

Eligibility & scope

Health~Holland PPP programme focused on lead-212 (Pb-212) radiopharmaceuticals for cancer treatment. Projects must address either (1) Pb-212 production & supply chain or (2) enabling technologies for clinical introduction. Requires active private-party participation, a Consortium Agreement, and compliance with Health~Holland PPP and TKI-LSH requirements. Private party must not be an undertaking in difficulty (RVO declaration required). Proposals submitted via KWF GMS; Dutch Summary reviewed by Patient Advisory Committee.

Who Should Apply

•Dutch academic or hospital research institutions with lead-212 or radiopharmaceutical expertise
•Consortia including at least one private-sector partner (industry, biotech, or pharmaceutical company)
•Projects focused on lead-212 medical isotope production, radiochemistry, or therapeutic application in cancer
•Teams prepared to establish a formal Consortium Agreement before submission

Key Dates

•Matchmaking phase followed by full proposal window: 5 May, 22 September 2026 (full proposals at 12:00 noon GMT)
•Participating institutes not yet registered in GMS must request access at least 6 weeks before the deadline
•Projects run for up to four years

Tips for Applicants

✓Industry partner commitment is non-negotiable; early engagement with a named company strengthens matchmaking outcomes and consortium credibility.
✓The Dutch Summary is reviewed by the Patient Advisory Committee, pitch the clinical benefit and real-world relevance of your lead-212 approach in plain language.
✓Secure GMS system access early if your institute is new to Health~Holland PPPs; registration delays can jeopardise submission.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the budget range for the KWF Lead4Life PPP Call 2026?

Grants range from €0.5M to €2M per project over up to four years, with a total programme budget of €5M.

Can I apply to the Lead4Life PPP Call without an industry partner?

No, a private-sector partner is mandatory for all proposals; projects must be structured as public-private partnerships with a formal Consortium Agreement.

What is the deadline for the KWF Lead4Life PPP Call 2026?

Full proposals close at 12:00 noon GMT on 22 September 2026; the matchmaking phase opens 5 May 2026.

Who is eligible to apply to the Lead4Life PPP Call?

Dutch research institutions (academic or hospital) partnered with industry, focusing on lead-212 radiopharmaceutical production or cancer therapies.

Is the Consortium Agreement required before submission?

Yes, all participants must establish and sign a Consortium Agreement before submitting the full proposal.

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