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Dioscuri — 5th Competition (Centres of Scientific Excellence)
Planned for 2026; exact deadline not yet announced
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The Dioscuri programme (5th competition) establishes up to two interdisciplinary Centres of Scientific Excellence in Poland, led by outstanding researchers in partnership with the Max Planck Society. The call targets established researchers ready to lead a new centre at a Polish host institution and will be run jointly with the Max Planck Society. This biennial competition opens again in 2026.
Details
| Funder | NCN |
| Consortium | Required — in cooperation with Max Planck Society |
| Frequency | Biennial |
| Next round | 2026 |
| Eligible countries | PL |
Eligibility & scope
5th edition of the Dioscuri programme run jointly with the Max Planck Society. Will establish two interdisciplinary Centres of Scientific Excellence in Poland. Targets outstanding researchers willing to lead a new centre at a Polish host institution.
Who Should Apply
- •Outstanding researchers with a strong international track record
- •Applicants willing to establish and lead a new research centre in Poland
- •Scientists prepared to partner with the Max Planck Society
- •Researchers across disciplines eligible
Key Dates
- •Deadline expected in 2026 (exact date to be announced by NCN)
- •Biennial call; 5th competition opening in 2026
- •Centres established for multi-year operation at Polish host institutions
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The Max Planck partnership is structural, include a named Max Planck collaborator and letter of support detailing joint governance.
- ✓Dioscuri funds centre building, not individual research; emphasise the broader team vision and institutional embedding, not only your publication record.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dioscuri programme?
Dioscuri establishes Centres of Scientific Excellence in Poland, led by outstanding researchers in a structured partnership with the Max Planck Society.
Who should apply to the Dioscuri 5th competition?
Outstanding researchers with strong international credentials who are ready to lead a new interdisciplinary centre at a Polish host institution.
Is the Dioscuri programme recurring?
Yes, it runs biennially; the 5th competition is planned for 2026.
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