Research Ireland
International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges
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This Research Ireland call funds up to €500,000 over three years for international, interdisciplinary consortia applying disruptive technologies to global challenges linked to the SDGs. It is open to independent investigators leading their own research programmes, with the lead applicant based in Ireland. The call is a one-off rather than a recurring programme.
Details
| Funder | Research Ireland |
| Budget | Max €500,000 (direct costs) |
| Deadline | 3 November 2026 |
| Duration | Up to 3 years |
| Consortium | Required — international, interdisciplinary partnership |
| Application | Full proposal deadline |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | IE |
Eligibility & scope
Supports international, interdisciplinary and transformative research harnessing disruptive technology to offer novel solutions to global challenges and accelerate progress toward the SDGs, for independent investigator-led teams.
Who Should Apply
- •Independent investigators leading their own research programme
- •Lead applicant based at an eligible Irish institution
- •International, interdisciplinary consortium partners
- •Projects applying disruptive technologies to SDG-linked global challenges
Key Dates
- •Full proposal deadline 3 November 2026
- •Two-stage process: pre-proposal followed by full proposal
- •Up to three-year project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Build the consortium early, the interdisciplinary and international requirements are gating criteria, not add-ons.
- ✓Use the pre-proposal stage to sharpen the SDG framing; this is a one-off call, so panels will expect a clear disruptive-technology angle.
- ✓Assign clear roles across the consortium in the full proposal, reviewers will check that interdisciplinarity is substantive, not nominal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much funding does this Research Ireland call provide?
Up to €500,000 in direct costs per project.
How long can the project last?
Up to three years.
Who can apply for this Research Ireland call?
Independent investigators leading an international, interdisciplinary consortium, with the lead applicant based in Ireland.
Is this call part of a recurring Research Ireland programme?
No, it is listed as a one-off call rather than an annual programme.
What is the application process?
It is a two-stage process: an initial pre-proposal followed by a full proposal, due 3 November 2026.
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