Research Council of Norway
Innovation Project for the Industrial Sector: Industry and services
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The Innovation Project for the Industrial Sector (Research Council of Norway) funds research-driven innovation in the health industry, ICT, and other sectors, with project budgets ranging from NOK 1-16 million. The call is open to Norwegian companies and public sector entities, not traditional research organizations, that want to commercialize or deploy research outcomes. Calls are open continuously with no fixed deadline.
Details
| Funder | Research Council of Norway |
| Budget | NOK 1M–16M |
| Duration | 12-48 months |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Eligible countries | NO |
Eligibility & scope
Promotes research-driven innovation in health, ICT, processing, manufacturing, and building sectors. Climate-friendly societal challenges focus. Total available: NOK 469M.
Who Should Apply
- •Companies and public sector entities based in Norway
- •Organizations not classified as research institutions
- •Projects grounded in research but aimed at commercial or operational deployment
- •Health industry, ICT, and other applied sectors
Key Dates
- •Continuous open-ended deadline (check funder site for submission windows)
- •Project duration 12-48 months per project
Tips for Applicants
- ✓This call targets implementers, not researchers, emphasize how you will take research findings into market or service delivery, not the research itself.
- ✓The budget cap of NOK 16 million is strict; scope your innovation scope to match, especially for multi-year projects.
- ✓Public sector applicants are welcome but must demonstrate research-driven innovation, not routine service improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Innovation Project for the Industrial Sector?
Norwegian companies and public sector entities that are not research organisations and can execute research-driven innovation projects.
What is the budget for the Innovation Project for the Industrial Sector?
Each project can receive between NOK 1 and 16 million, with a combined total pool of NOK 469 million across the call.
How long do Innovation Project for the Industrial Sector projects last?
Project duration ranges from 12 to 48 months depending on scope and research complexity.
Is there a deadline for the Innovation Project for the Industrial Sector?
No fixed deadline; the call is open-ended and continuous, though submission windows or review cycles may apply, verify on the funder website.
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