Novo Nordisk Foundation
Project Grants for Research within Nutrition Related to CMDs
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Novo Nordisk Foundation's Project Grants for Research within Nutrition Related to CMDs funds research on prevention and management of nutrition-related cardiometabolic diseases, with up to DKK 4 million over up to three years (extendable to four years for PhD stipends). The grant supports Danish researchers conducting fundamental and translational research in nutritional sciences, with a bonus increase to DKK 5 million for projects with an international co-applicant. This annual call emphasises building science capacity in nutrition within Denmark.
Details
| Funder | Novo Nordisk Foundation |
| Budget | Up to DKK 4 million (DKK 5 million with international co-applicant) |
| Deadline | 8 September 2026 |
| Duration | Up to 3 years (extendable to 4 years for PhD stipends) |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Next round | 2027-04 |
| Eligible countries | DK |
Eligibility & scope
Funds research on nutrition related to cardiometabolic diseases (CMDs), covering prevention, management, and translation of nutritional science. Main applicant must be based at a Danish university, hospital, or non-profit research organisation with at least 50% affiliation. Budget increases to DKK 5M if an international co-applicant is included.
Who Should Apply
- •Danish researchers at academic or research institutions
- •Projects on prevention and management of nutrition-related cardiometabolic diseases
- •Teams willing to include an international co-applicant to unlock the DKK 5M budget
- •Fundamental and translational research teams translating nutritional science into societal impact
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 8 September 2026 at 1:00pm Copenhagen time
- •Single-stage application
- •Project duration: up to three years (extendable to four years for PhD stipends)
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Budget increases from DKK 4M to DKK 5M if your project includes an international co-applicant, plan for a named collaborator early.
- ✓The funder prioritises translation of nutritional science into society; frame the public health or clinical relevance alongside the research question.
- ✓Annual cycle with the next round expected in April 2027; if you miss this deadline, plan for spring 2027 to allow time for revision.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much funding does Novo Nordisk Foundation provide for nutrition research grants?
Up to DKK 4 million per grant over up to three years; the budget increases to DKK 5 million if the project includes an international co-applicant.
Who is eligible to apply for this nutrition grant?
Researchers based at Danish academic or research institutions working on prevention and management of nutrition-related cardiometabolic diseases.
What is the deadline for the Novo Nordisk nutrition grant?
The deadline is 8 September 2026 at 1:00pm Copenhagen time, and the call runs annually with the next round expected in April 2027.
Can I extend the project duration beyond three years?
Yes, projects can be extended to four years if they include PhD stipends.
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