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Weave Lead Agency – Sao Paulo (FAPESP) – Thematic Grants
SNSF and FAPESP alternate as Lead Agency on a yearly basis; check current cycle for submission window
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The SNSF Weave Lead Agency, São Paulo Thematic Grants fund bilateral research collaborations between Swiss and Brazilian (São Paulo) researchers over up to 48 months. Swiss applicants work with FAPESP partners in a consortium structure, with the SNSF and FAPESP alternating as the lead agency annually. Proposals are reviewed in a single stage and must be submitted in English, with Swiss applicants hosted at Swiss research institutions.
Details
| Funder | SNSF |
| Duration | Up to 48 months |
| Consortium | Required — bilateral Swiss-Brazilian team (SNSF + FAPESP) |
| Application | Single stage; if submitted to FAPESP, copy must be submitted to SNSF via mySNF within 7 days |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | CH |
Eligibility & scope
Bilateral project funding between Swiss (SNSF) and São Paulo (FAPESP) researchers under the Lead Agency process. Proposals must be submitted in English. Swiss applicants must be based at a Swiss research institution. Max two simultaneous SNSF project grants allowed; topics must be clearly distinct. Thematic Grants: max 48 months.
Who Should Apply
- •Swiss researchers based at a Swiss research institution
- •Teams with established or emerging collaborations with São Paulo (FAPESP) researchers
- •Projects spanning all research disciplines eligible to SNSF
- •Researchers planning projects of 3-4 years duration
Key Dates
- •Annual deadline (check the current Lead Agency cycle to confirm submission window; SNSF and FAPESP alternate)
- •Single-stage written evaluation; Swiss copy must reach mySNF within 7 days of FAPESP submission
- •Up to 48-month project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Verify lead agency status: confirm whether this call cycle is SNSF-led or FAPESP-led, as submission portal and detailed timeline depend on it.
- ✓Build the bilateral partnership early; reviewers assess collaborative depth and complementarity between Swiss and Brazilian teams.
- ✓Keep your research question and work packages clearly distinct from any other SNSF project grant you hold (max two simultaneous allowed).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SNSF Weave Lead Agency grant for?
It funds bilateral research collaborations between Swiss and São Paulo (Brazil) researchers, up to 48 months, under a consortium model where SNSF and FAPESP share the review and administration.
Who can apply for the SNSF Weave Lead Agency?
Swiss researchers based at a Swiss research institution, partnered with at least one researcher from São Paulo state affiliated with FAPESP.
How long can a Weave Lead Agency project last?
Up to 48 months (four years).
Can I hold multiple SNSF project grants while applying to Weave?
Yes, but no more than two simultaneous SNSF project grants are allowed, and the topics must be clearly distinct.
Do I submit to SNSF or FAPESP first?
The lead agency and submission process alternate annually between SNSF and FAPESP; check the current cycle to confirm which is lead and the submission window.
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