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NSERC-NSTC Call on Semiconductors and Artificial Intelligence

NSERC-NSTC Semiconductors and AI Call

Funds Taiwanese semiconductor and AI teams through national research support for cross-sector innovation.

Between cyclesNational Science and Technology Council (NSTC), TaiwanCanadaTaiwan

The NSERC-NSTC Semiconductors and Artificial Intelligence Call is a bilateral research grant co-funded by Canada's Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) and Taiwan's National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), reflecting the two countries' long-standing cooperation in science, technology, and innovation. The call targets collaborative academic research at the intersection o…

Funds collaborative academic research between Canadian and Taiwanese university researchers on semiconductors and artificial intelligence, covering chip design, compound semiconductors, and AI-enabled MEMS sensors.

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.18 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.TWD 1M

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.nstc.gov.tw