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Odysseus Programme

Odysseus Programme

Funds internationally focused research talent moving to Flanders with comprehensive support.

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About

The FWO Odysseus Programme is a biannual recruitment grant operated by the Research Foundation Flanders (FWO), designed to attract internationally-based researchers to establish a research group at a Flemish university. The 2026 call opened on 8 April 2026 with a submission deadline of 30 September 2026 at 5 PM CEST, and carries a total available budget of €21.8 million. The programme covers any s…

What this grant funds

All scientific disciplines — bottom-up.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Biennial
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.30 Sept 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.60 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.€21.8M
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.fwo.be