Novo Nordisk Foundation
Data Science Investigator Distinguished 2024
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The Novo Nordisk Foundation Data Science Investigator Distinguished 2024 awards up to DKK 13.3 million over five years to senior researchers leading established groups in Denmark. Applicants must be Professors based at a Danish university or non-profit research institution, working in data science, AI, computational science, or their application to life, health, or sustainability. A commitment to educational and training activities in data science in Denmark is mandatory, and applicants must dedicate full time to the project.
Details
| Funder | Novo Nordisk Foundation |
| Budget | Up to DKK 13.3 million |
| Duration | Up to 5 years |
| Consortium | No |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | DK |
Eligibility & scope
For Professors (all ages) with own research group, primarily employed in Denmark at a university or non-profit research institution. Covers data science, AI, computational science, and applications in life/health/sustainability. Applicants must contribute to educational/training activities in data science in Denmark. Full-time commitment required.
Who Should Apply
- •Professors with an established research group
- •Researchers primarily employed at a Danish university or non-profit research institution
- •Leaders in data science, AI, computational science, or applications in life, health, or sustainability
- •Applicants committed to developing educational and training activities in data science within Denmark
- •Researchers able to commit full time to the project
Key Dates
- •Annual call cycle (verify exact deadline on Novo Nordisk Foundation site)
- •Five-year project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Educational contribution is a gating criterion, articulate concrete data-science training or curriculum initiatives that will benefit the Danish research community.
- ✓Full-time commitment is non-negotiable; document how you will dedicate the five years and manage any concurrent roles.
- ✓Emphasise the application domain (life, health, or sustainability) alongside computational innovation; grants reward breadth here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much funding does the Data Science Investigator Distinguished 2024 award?
Up to DKK 13.3 million over five years.
Who is eligible for the Data Science Investigator Distinguished 2024?
Professors with an established research group, primarily employed at a Danish university or non-profit research institution, with a full-time commitment to the project.
What research areas does the Data Science Investigator Distinguished 2024 cover?
Data science, AI, computational science, and their applications in life, health, and sustainability.
Is the Data Science Investigator Distinguished 2024 recurring?
Yes, it is an annual call.
What is the educational requirement for applicants?
Applicants must commit to educational and training activities in data science in Denmark.
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