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Exploratory Interdisciplinary Synergy Programme

Exploratory Interdisciplinary Synergy Programme

Supports high-risk interdisciplinary research ideas before strong early-stage data exists.

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The Novo Nordisk Foundation's Exploratory Interdisciplinary Synergy Programme funds early-stage, untested, high-risk/high-gain research ideas that genuinely require collaboration across disciplines and cannot be advanced within a single field. Research must align with NNF's three strategic focus areas — Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, and Natural and Technical Sciences — and carry clear potent…

Funds early-stage, untested, high-risk interdisciplinary research ideas spanning Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, and Natural and Technical Sciences with potential impact in human health or sustainability, hosted at Danish institutions.

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.3 Sept 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–36 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.DKK 68M

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Last verified: 29 Jul 2026Source: novonordiskfonden.dk