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PRIN (Projects of Significant National Interest)

PRIN (Projects of Significant National Interest)

Funds Italian university-led research projects through national initiatives across disciplines and public research infrastructures.

PRIN 2026 (Progetti di Rilevante Interesse Nazionale) is Italy's flagship national research competition administered by the Ministero dell'Università e della Ricerca, established under Decree D.D. n. 2298 del 10 April 2026 — the first annual call under the Piano Triennale della Ricerca (D.M. 150/2026). The program funds fundamental research across all three ERC macrosectors: Life Sciences (LS), Ph

Fundamental research across all ERC macrosectors — Life Sciences (LS), Physical Sciences and Engineering (PE), and Social Sciences and Humanities (SH) — conducted by Italian university and public research institution consortia.

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.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.20 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.36 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.€260M

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.mur.gov.it