Novo Nordisk Foundation

Challenge Programme 2027 — Heat and Hypertension: Understanding the Mechanisms of Interaction

DKK 30–75M (ca. EUR 4–10M) per grant; total budget up to DKK 150M (ca. EUR 20M)6 years

Stage 1 expression of interest deadline not specified in this segment; Stage 2 full proposal by invitation only

Last verified: 5 July 2026

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This is the current call of 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 2027 funds mechanistic research on heat, hypertension interactions with €4-10 million per grant over six years. The call targets tenured or tenure-track researchers at European institutions, with mandatory consortium structure (2-4 groups, at least one based in Denmark). This one-off programme prioritises interdisciplinary, human-centric studies bridging basic and translational science; purely in-vitro or observational projects are out of scope.

Details

Funder	Novo Nordisk Foundation
Budget	DKK 30–75M (ca. EUR 4–10M) per grant; total budget up to DKK 150M (ca. EUR 20M)
Duration	6 years
Consortium	Required — 2–4 research groups (main applicant + 1–3 co-applicants); at least one applicant must be based at a Danish institution
Application	2-stage: Stage 1 expression of interest → Stage 2 full proposal + online presentation to review panel
Frequency	Annual
Eligible countries	ATBEBGHRCYCZDKEEFIFRDEGRHUIEITLVLTLUMTNLPLPTROSKSIESSEISLINOCHGB

Eligibility & scope

Main applicant must be an independent tenured/tenure-track researcher employed (≥75% commitment) at a European (EU, Schengen Area, or UK) university, hospital, or non-profit research organisation. At least one applicant must be ≥75% employed at a Danish institution. Co-applicants may be global. Industry partners may collaborate but cannot receive funding. Interdisciplinary, human-centric mechanistic research on heat–hypertension interaction required; purely in-vitro or observational projects are out of scope.

Who Should Apply

•Tenured or tenure-track researchers at European universities, hospitals, or non-profit research organisations
•Willing to lead or co-lead a consortium of 2-4 research groups with interdisciplinary expertise
•At least one consortium member based at a Danish institution (≥75% employment)
•Research combining mechanistic understanding with human-centred translation, avoiding purely in-vitro or observational designs

Key Dates

•Two-stage process: Stage 1 expression of interest (deadline not specified in this segment) → Stage 2 full proposal with online presentation
•Six-year project duration

Tips for Applicants

✓Consortium strength is gating, use Stage 1 to demonstrate complementary expertise and a clear leadership structure; weak or generic consortia do not progress.
✓The call explicitly excludes purely in-vitro and observational work; frame your research as mechanistic but human-centric, bridging basic discovery and clinical relevance.
✓Danish partner placement is mandatory; establish your collaborations early, as lack of a strong Danish institution co-applicant will disqualify at Stage 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Novo Nordisk Challenge Programme 2027 heat, hypertension grant pay?

EUR 4-10 million per consortium over six years; approximately EUR 20 million is available across the full call.

Who can be the main applicant for this challenge programme?

A tenured or tenure-track researcher employed at ≥75% at a European (EU, Schengen Area, or UK) university, hospital, or non-profit research organisation.

Is a Danish partner required?

Yes, at least one consortium member must be employed ≥75% at a Danish institution; co-applicants may be based globally.

What type of research is not eligible?

Purely in-vitro or purely observational projects are out of scope; the call requires interdisciplinary, human-centric mechanistic research.

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