Research Council of Norway
International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges
Notice of intent required by 3 March 2026
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The 2026 International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges funds transnational research consortia tackling the UN Sustainable Development Goals using cutting-edge technologies. The call requires a minimum of three entities from three different EU member states plus Norwegian participation. This two-stage competition (Notice of Intent in March, full applications in November) is open to researchers in Norway working on technology-driven solutions to pressing global challenges.
Details
| Funder | Research Council of Norway |
| Deadline | 3 November 2026 |
| Consortium | Required — international joint initiative addressing SDGs |
| Application | Notice of intent (3 Mar 2026) → full application (3 Nov 2026) |
| Eligible countries | NO |
Eligibility & scope
International joint initiative harnessing disruptive technology to address global challenges and accelerate progress toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals; projects must address at least one SDG.
Who Should Apply
- •Research teams based in Norway or partnering with Norwegian institutions
- •Consortium leads able to coordinate 3+ partners across 3+ EU member states
- •Projects applying disruptive or emerging technologies to UN Sustainable Development Goals
- •Researchers in any discipline aligned with SDG targets
Key Dates
- •Notice of Intent deadline: 3 March 2026
- •Full application deadline: 3 November 2026
- •Two-stage evaluation: pre-screening of NOIs, then competitive review of full proposals
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Consortium strength matters equally to science: ensure each partner brings distinctive expertise and a named contact with decision-making authority.
- ✓SDG alignment must be explicit and ambitious, frame your disruptive technology not as incremental improvement but as a paradigm shift for that challenge.
- ✓Verify all three+ EU member states and Norwegian partner institutions meet their national funding body eligibility criteria before submission; cross-border compliance delays are common.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply to this call if I am based in a non-EU country?
The call requires consortium participation from Norway and at least 3 entities across 3 EU member states; Norwegian-based researchers are eligible, but the consortium as a whole must include these cross-border partners.
What counts as a 'disruptive technology' for this call?
The call targets emerging or transformative technologies that can accelerate progress on the UN SDGs; early-stage, high-impact innovations are favoured, but see the detailed call text for specific technology areas within scope.
Do all consortium partners need to be academic institutions?
The call text does not restrict partners to universities; research institutes, industry, and non-profit organisations may participate, provided they meet the funding eligibility criteria of their respective national bodies.
What happens if my Notice of Intent is not selected?
Only NOIs passing the pre-screening round may proceed to the full application stage; unsuccessful pre-screening means no invitation to submit the full proposal.
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