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Novo Nordisk Foundation

Project Grants in Nursing Research

Up to DKK 600,000 per grant| Deadline: 17 September 2026 (4 days)|1-3 years

14:00 Copenhagen time

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The Novo Nordisk Foundation Project Grants in Nursing Research fund registered nurses pursuing nursing research projects at Danish universities, hospitals, or non-profit institutions, with grants ranging from DKK 50,000 to DKK 600,000 (€6,700-€80,400) over one to three years. Applicants must hold a guaranteed salary from their host institution; grant funds cannot cover the grantee's own salary. The call is annual with DKK 3 million available across all funded projects.

Details

Funder Novo Nordisk Foundation
Budget Up to DKK 600,000 per grant
Deadline 17 September 2026
Duration 1-3 years
Consortium No - individual applicant, must be a registered nurse affiliated with a Danish university, hospital or non-profit research institution
Application Single stage
Frequency Annual
Next round 2027-07
Eligible countries DK

Eligibility & scope

For registered nurses conducting nursing research affiliated with a Danish university, hospital or other non-profit research institution. Grant cannot cover the main applicant's own salary; funds 1-3 year projects within DKK 50,000-200,000 per budget year.

Who Should Apply

  • Registered nurses with active research engagement
  • Researchers affiliated with Danish universities, hospitals, or non-profit research institutions
  • Applicants with guaranteed salary secured for the full project period from their host institution
  • Nursing research projects spanning operational, clinical, educational, or health-systems dimensions

Key Dates

  • Deadline 17 September 2026 at 2:00pm Copenhagen time
  • Single-stage application process
  • Project duration: 1-3 years

Tips for Applicants

  • Salary exclusion is strict: your host institution salary must be explicitly secured and documented in the application; grant funds are for project costs only.
  • DKK 3 million is distributed across all awards in the round, scope your budget realistically and highlight cost-efficiency to strengthen competitiveness.
  • Nursing-specific research (outcomes, education, practice innovation, systems) is the priority; frame your question in nursing terms, not generic health science.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I request in a Novo Nordisk Foundation nursing research grant?

Between DKK 50,000 and DKK 600,000 (roughly €6,700-€80,400) per project. The foundation distributes DKK 3 million across all funded grants in the annual round.

Can the grant cover my salary?

No. You must have a guaranteed salary from your host institution for the full project period; grant funds can only support project costs such as staff, equipment, and travel.

Who is eligible for the Novo Nordisk Foundation nursing research grant?

Registered nurses engaged in nursing research, affiliated with a Danish university, hospital, or non-profit research institution.

How long can a project run?

Between one and three years.

When is the deadline for the nursing research grant?

The next deadline is 17 September 2026 at 2:00pm Copenhagen time; the call is annual with the next round expected in July 2027.

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