NWO
Vidi
2025 round; multiple domain-specific calls — see individual sub-calls for deadlines
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Details
| Funder | NWO |
| Budget | Up to €850,000 |
| Duration | 5 years |
| Consortium | No |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | NL |
Eligibility & scope
For researchers who have gained several years of research experience after their PhD. Four domain variants: Science, SSH, AES, and ZonMw (Health R&D). Hosted at Dutch knowledge institutions. Enables researchers to conduct research of their own choice.
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