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KWF Proof of Concept 2026-PoC-3
12:00 noon; call opens 11 August 2026
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KWF Proof of Concept funds innovation add-ons to existing KWF-funded cancer research projects, offering up to €150,000 over 6-18 months to move early-stage technologies (TRL 3+) toward clinical translation. The call is open to Dutch researchers with an active KWF grant who partner with their institution's technology transfer office to define translational pathways and prepare for regulatory approval or implementation.
Details
| Funder | KWF |
| Budget | Up to €150,000 incl. VAT |
| Deadline | 22 September 2026 |
| Duration | 6–18 months |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage; funding decision December 2026 |
| TRL | 3+ |
| Frequency | Annual (3 rounds per year) |
| Eligible countries | NL |
Eligibility & scope
Add-on to an ongoing or recently completed KWF-funded project (incl. KWF-PPP, TTW Technology for Oncology, KWF-NWO early detection). Innovation must be at TRL ≥3. Applicants must collaborate with their institution's TTO; a TTO commitment letter is mandatory. Supports translational pathway definition, limited development/validation, and regulatory/implementation preparation in oncology.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers with an active or recently completed KWF-funded cancer project
- •Applicants based at Dutch institutions with a functioning TTO (technology transfer office)
- •Early-stage innovations at TRL 3 or higher ready for translational pathway work
- •Teams committed to bridging research outcomes toward clinical adoption or regulatory approval
Key Dates
- •Deadline 22 September 2026 at 12:00 noon CEST; call opens 11 August 2026
- •Single-stage application with funding decision in December 2026
- •Project duration 6-18 months; three rounds per year
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The TTO commitment letter is mandatory, engage your technology transfer office early; weak or generic letters will lower your scoring.
- ✓KWF PoC rewards clarity on the translational pathway: map the specific milestones and regulatory or market entry steps your technology must clear in the 6-18 month window.
- ✓Keep innovation scope bounded to TRL advance and pathway definition; proposals that attempt full product development within 18 months score poorly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the budget cap for KWF Proof of Concept?
Up to €150,000 including VAT per project.
Can I apply if my KWF project is completed?
Yes, add-on proposals are eligible for recently completed KWF-funded projects as well as ongoing ones.
Do I need a TTO partner to apply for KWF Proof of Concept?
Yes, collaboration with your institution's TTO is mandatory and a TTO commitment letter must be included in the application.
How long is a KWF Proof of Concept project?
Projects run 6-18 months depending on the scope.
How often does KWF Proof of Concept open?
Three times per year with rolling deadlines; the next round closes 22 September 2026.
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