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Sapere Aude: DFF-Research Leader

Sapere Aude: DFF-Research Leader

Invests in early-career researchers transitioning to independent research leadership across all scientific fields.

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Sapere Aude: DFF-Research Leader is Independent Research Fund Denmark's prestige instrument for early-career researchers transitioning to independent research leadership. The autumn 2026 call (E26) closes on 7 October 2026 at 12:00 noon Danish time. DFF expects to award approximately 35–40 grants in the 2027 cohort, continuing the historical success rate of 11% (39 grants awarded in the most recen…

What this grant funds

Supports original, internationally competitive research across all scientific fields by early-career researchers developing into independent research leaders.

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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.7 Oct 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.36–48 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: dff.dk