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SIGMA Sub-objective 2: Industrial Chairs — 17th

Funds Czech organizations developing internationally competitive research leadership in industrial technology.

The 17th Call under SIGMA Sub-objective 2, Industrial Chairs, is a Technology Agency of the Czech Republic (TA CR) programme that funds the recruitment or long-term retention of internationally recognised applied research experts within Czech research organisations, building early-stage teams centred on a lead researcher with international experience and networks. The objective is to drive organis

Recruitment and long-term retention of internationally recognised applied research experts within Czech research organisations; team built around a lead researcher with international experience and networks.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.29 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
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.40%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.CZK 500M

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: tacr.gov.cz