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OPUS (autumn 2026 — Weave LAP path)
Autumn 2026 opening planned; exact deadline not yet announced
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OPUS (Weave LAP path) funds research teams at Polish institutions to conduct international collaborative projects with partners from Austria, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, or Belgium-Flanders. The autumn 2026 round opens the lead agency procedure (LAP), which streamlines consortium administration under the hosting country's rules. Consortium participation is mandatory; annual calls are planned.
Details
| Funder | NCN |
| Consortium | Required — bilateral/multilateral with partners from Austria, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, or Belgium-Flanders |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Next round | 2026-09 |
| Eligible countries | PL |
Eligibility & scope
Open to all researchers at Polish scientific institutions. Autumn edition includes the LAP (lead agency procedure) path under Weave, enabling collaboration with foreign research teams from Austria, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, or Belgium-Flanders.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers at Polish scientific institutions
- •Teams planning collaborative projects with partners in Austria, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, or Belgium-Flanders
- •Consortia ready to adopt lead agency procedure administration
- •Any research discipline eligible
Key Dates
- •Autumn 2026 opening planned; exact deadline not yet announced, check NCN site for confirmation
- •Consortium-based application with required foreign partners
- •Annual call frequency
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The lead agency procedure centralises grant administration through the host country (Poland); clarify roles and budgets with foreign partners early to avoid delays.
- ✓Consortium formation is gating, partner letters of commitment from each foreign institution strengthen credibility at review.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the OPUS Weave LAP path?
It is the lead agency procedure variant of OPUS Weave, which allows Polish-led research consortia to collaborate with teams from Austria, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, or Belgium-Flanders. Administration runs through Polish (host country) rules, simplifying multi-country coordination.
Is consortium participation required for OPUS Weave LAP?
Yes, bilateral or multilateral partnership with at least one eligible foreign institution is mandatory.
Which countries can partner with Polish institutions in OPUS Weave LAP?
Austria, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, and Belgium-Flanders.
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