Novo Nordisk Foundation
Conferences, Symposia and Workshops
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The Novo Nordisk Foundation Conferences, Symposia and Workshops grant funds one- to three-day events held in Denmark, the Faroe Islands, or Greenland, with awards of €6,700-€67,000 per event. The call is open to established and early-career researchers and practitioners organising gatherings on research and innovation, provided the host institution is based in Denmark or one of the Arctic territories. This biannual call supports community-building and knowledge exchange across career stages.
Details
| Funder | Novo Nordisk Foundation |
| Budget | DKK 50,000 to DKK 500,000 per grant |
| Deadline | 29 October 2026 |
| Duration | Event must be completed within 18 months of grant notification; must take place Jan 2027 – June 2028 |
| Consortium | No - individual applicant must be lead organiser employed at a Danish, Faroese or Greenlandic university or non-profit research institution |
| Application | Single stage |
| Frequency | Biannual |
| Next round | 2027-01 |
| Eligible countries | DK |
Eligibility & scope
Supports events (conferences, symposia, workshops) of 1-3 days held in Denmark, Faroe Islands or Greenland. Main applicant must be a specific person employed at a university or non-profit research institution/professional association in these regions, not a scientific society or professional event organiser.
Who Should Apply
- •Organisers of one- to three-day conferences, symposia, or workshops
- •Host institutions based in Denmark, the Faroe Islands, or Greenland
- •Events centred on research and innovation topics
- •Both early-career and established researchers and practitioners eligible as organisers
Key Dates
- •Deadline 29 October 2026, 14:00 Copenhagen time
- •Biannual call cycle; next expected round January 2027
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Clearly link your event to research or innovation outcomes, vague networking events score lower.
- ✓Budget your proposal carefully within the €6,700-€67,000 window; include itemised costs for venue, catering, travel support for speakers and participants.
- ✓Demonstrate how the event will advance knowledge exchange or establish new collaborations in your field.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I apply for in the Novo Nordisk Foundation Conferences, Symposia and Workshops grant?
You can apply for €6,700-€67,000 (DKK 50,000-500,000) per event.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Novo Nordisk Foundation event grant?
Your event must be 1-3 days long and held in Denmark, the Faroe Islands, or Greenland, with the host institution based in one of these locations. Both early-career and established researchers and practitioners are eligible.
When is the deadline for the Novo Nordisk Foundation Conferences, Symposia and Workshops grant?
The deadline is 29 October 2026 at 14:00 Copenhagen time. The call runs biannually, with the next round expected in January 2027.
Can I apply for this grant if my event is held outside Denmark?
No, the event must be held in Denmark, the Faroe Islands, or Greenland, and the host institution must be based in one of these locations.
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