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SPRIND R&D Grants (Clawback Model)

SPRIND R&D Grants

Funds German teams through SPRIND grants with outcome linked support for technology development and testing pathways.

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SPRIND's R&D grant instrument is a direct, bespoke funding mechanism administered by the Bundesagentur für Sprunginnovationen (SPRIND), the German Federal Agency for Breakthrough Innovation, headquartered in Leipzig. Unlike competitive challenges with fixed deadlines, R&D grants operate on a rolling intake — applicants submit at any time by email to projects@sprind.org or through the online form a…

What this grant funds

Breakthrough R&D across SPRIND sectors: AI, life sciences, energy, materials, mobility, quantum, space, security. No topic restrictions — project must target disruptive potential.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.12 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Recoverable advance
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.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.sprind.org