Novo Nordisk Foundation
Challenge Programme – Heat and Hypertension - understanding the mechanisms of interaction
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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 30-75 million per grant |
| Deadline | 7 October 2026 |
| Duration | 6 years |
| Consortium | Required — leading researchers form a consortium united by a clear vision and mission |
| Application | 2-stage: Stage 1 results December 2026, Stage 2 results June 2027 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | DK |
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Eligibility & scope
Aims to develop Danish and European research ecosystems in strategic priority areas, supporting research leaders to form a consortium addressing heat and hypertension mechanisms. Targeted at established/professor-level research leaders based in Denmark.
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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- Novo Nordisk Foundation Challenge Programme, full programme guide
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