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Semper Ardens Advance

Semper Ardens Advance

Funds breakthrough Danish research leaders through advanced professor grants to strengthen real-world implementation.

Between cyclesCarlsberg FoundationDenmark

The Semper Ardens Advance programme is the Carlsberg Foundation's flagship large-grant instrument for internationally recognised professors at Danish research institutions who are pursuing breakthrough scientific projects at the highest international level. The Foundation, established in 1876 under the terms of J.C. Jacobsen's bequest and funded by dividends from the Carlsberg Group, supports all …

Funds visionary basic research projects at the highest international level led by tenured professors at Danish research institutions, with no disciplinary restriction.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.1 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.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.carlsbergfondet.dk