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Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme
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The Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme funds independent investigators based in Ireland to pursue highly innovative, collaborative, and high-risk/high-reward research across all disciplines, with grants of €600,000 to €1,500,000 over four to five years. The call is open to researchers leading independent projects at Irish host institutions and welcomes ambitious, cross-disciplinary work. With a rolling deadline, researchers can submit applications at any time throughout the year.
Details
| Funder | Research Ireland |
| Budget | €600,000 – €1,500,000 (direct costs) |
| Duration | 4 to 5 years |
| Consortium | No |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Eligible countries | IE |
Eligibility & scope
Supports independent investigators at Irish host institutions to conduct highly innovative, collaborative, and high-risk/high-reward research. Open to all disciplines. Independent Investigator Led. Irish host institution required.
Who Should Apply
- •Independent investigators with an established track record in their field
- •Researchers hosted at Irish academic, hospital, or research institutions
- •Projects combining high innovation with feasibility and clear collaborative partnerships
- •Cross-disciplinary and high-risk/high-reward research ideas
- •Applicants seeking funding for ambitious work beyond standard research grants
Key Dates
- •Rolling deadline, applications accepted year-round
- •4 to 5-year project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Emphasise the innovative and high-risk/high-reward angle explicitly; this funder seeks frontier work, not incremental advances.
- ✓Detail collaboration and how it strengthens the research vision; the call values multi-disciplinary partnerships.
- ✓Host institution eligibility is strict, confirm your institution is registered as an eligible Research Ireland recipient before submitting.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme fund?
Grants range from €600,000 to €1,500,000 in direct costs per project.
Who can apply for the Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme?
Independent investigators based at Irish research institutions conducting investigator-led projects across all disciplines.
What is the project duration for the Frontiers for the Future Programme?
Projects run for 4 to 5 years.
When is the deadline for the Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme?
The programme operates on a rolling deadline, so applications are accepted year-round.
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