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Grant for Centre of Excellence

Grant for Centre of Excellence

Supports multidisciplinary Swedish research centers that build long-horizon excellence across scientific fields.

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The Grant for Centre of Excellence is Vetenskapsrådet's multi-disciplinary research environment award, open to pioneering and cross-disciplinary projects across all scientific fields including humanities, social sciences, artistic research, medicine, natural sciences, and engineering. Up to ten grants are awarded at SEK 8,000,000 per year for an initial five-year period beginning January 2027. Gra…

What this grant funds

Pioneering and multi-disciplinary issues across all scientific disciplines.

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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.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.40 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.60–120 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: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.vr.se