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Challenge Programme — Heat and Hypertension

Supports large Danish research teams studying heat stress impacts on hypertension outcomes.

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The Novo Nordisk Foundation's Challenge Programme 2027 — Heat and Hypertension theme funds large interdisciplinary research consortia to investigate the mechanisms by which extreme heat events worsen health outcomes in hypertensive patients. This call addresses a recognised public health gap: as heatwave frequency increases alongside the global prevalence of cardiovascular disease, understanding t

Large-consortium mechanistic research on how extreme heat events worsen outcomes in hypertensive patients, spanning cellular and molecular biology, thermoregulation, antihypertensive medication effects, and risk profiling.

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.72 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.DKK 150M

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Last verified: 29 Jul 2026Source: novonordiskfonden.dk