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Canada-G7-Nordic call for proposals on quantum technologies

International collaborative research in quantum science and technologies.

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This funding opportunity supports multilateral or bilateral collaborative research projects on quantum science and technologies. Proposals must involve researchers from both Canada and UK as minimum, and may also include researchers from US, Japan, Germany and Nordic countries included within the funding opportunity’s scope.

The funding supports non-confidential, unclassified, university-based re…

Proposals must focus on quantum algorithms and encryption, including post-quantum cryptography; quantum communications; quantum computing; quantum materials; or quantum sensing. Proposals may integrate these thematic areas with broader topics in the natural sciences and engineering. Projects that do not address at least one of these areas are out of scope. Equipment above £25,000 per item and doctoral studentships will not be funded.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.24 Sept 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.1–36 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.—
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.£3M

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Last verified: 27 Aug 2026Funder reference: ukri-post-197879Source: www.ukri.org