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Novo Nordisk Foundation

Challenge Programme

DKK 30–75 million (ca. EUR 4–10 million)6 years

Call opens; webinar 16 June 2026 at 13:00 CEST

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This call page belongs to the Novo Nordisk Foundation Challenge Programme programme. The programme guide covers eligibility, budget, success rate and FAQ across every round.

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Challenge Programme funds large consortium projects on hybrid bio-electrocatalysis and electron transfer mechanisms (TRL 1-3), offering DKK 30-75 million (ca. EUR 4-10 million) over six years. It targets tenured or tenure-track researchers at European universities, hospitals, or non-profit research organisations who can assemble a consortium of 2-4 research groups, with at least one group based in Denmark. Industry partners may collaborate but cannot receive funding from the grant.

Details

Funder Novo Nordisk Foundation
Budget DKK 30–75 million (ca. EUR 4–10 million)
Duration 6 years
Consortium Required — consortium of 2-4 research groups (main applicant plus 1-3 co-applicants), with at least one applicant based in Denmark
Application 2-stage: Stage 1 expression of interest → Stage 2 full proposal with review panel meeting
TRL 1-3
Frequency Annual

Eligibility & scope

Challenge Programme 2027 theme on hybrid bio-electrocatalysis and electron transfer mechanisms (TRL 1-3). Main applicant must be a tenured/tenure-track researcher at a European (EU/Schengen/UK) university, hospital, or non-profit research organisation with ≥75% employment; at least one applicant must be ≥75% employed in Denmark. Industry collaboration allowed but industrial partners cannot receive funding.

Who Should Apply

  • •Tenured or tenure-track researchers at ≥75% employment at a European university, hospital, or non-profit institute
  • •Consortium leads able to assemble 2-4 research groups, including at least one group ≥75% employed in Denmark
  • •Research teams working on hybrid bio-electrocatalysis or electron transfer mechanisms at TRL 1-3
  • •Groups open to industry collaboration without industrial funding transfer

Key Dates

  • •Call opens with an informational webinar on 16 June 2026 at 13:00 CEST
  • •Two-stage process: expression of interest, then full proposal with a review panel meeting
  • •Six-year project duration; call runs annually

Tips for Applicants

  • ✓Attend the 16 June 2026 webinar before drafting the expression of interest, as the Foundation uses it to clarify the year's specific theme scope.
  • ✓Confirm the Danish co-applicant's employment share (≥75%) early, since this eligibility rule is gating for the whole consortium.
  • ✓Keep industry partners as collaborators rather than funded parties in the proposal budget, since industrial partners cannot receive grant funds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much funding does the Novo Nordisk Foundation Challenge Programme provide?

Grants range from DKK 30-75 million (approximately EUR 4-10 million) for a six-year project.

Who can be the main applicant for the Challenge Programme?

A tenured or tenure-track researcher at a European (EU/Schengen/UK) university, hospital, or non-profit research organisation with at least 75% employment.

Does the consortium need a Denmark-based partner?

Yes, at least one applicant in the consortium must be employed at least 75% in Denmark.

Can industry partners join the consortium?

Yes, industry collaboration is allowed, but industrial partners cannot receive funding from the grant.

What is the application process for the Challenge Programme?

It is a two-stage process starting with an expression of interest, followed by a full proposal reviewed at a panel meeting.

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