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Forskningsprojekt (Research Projects)

Forskningsprojekt

Supports collaborative applied research projects at Swedish universities through shorter-to-medium term funding opportunities.

Forskningsprojekt (Research Projects) is KK-stiftelsen's replacement for the former HÖG program, introduced from 2025 onward to fund short-to-medium-term applied research conducted jointly by Swedish newer universities and industry. The 2025 call offered up to 4 million SEK per project over a duration of one to four years, with project starts scheduled between June and December 2026. The applicati…

Funds short-to-medium applied research projects jointly conducted by Swedish newer universities and at least two independent industry partners, covering any technological or applied scientific discipline.

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.-
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–48 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.50%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.-

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