Bilateral Call Austria with the Chinese Academy of Sciences, China, 2026 Austria-China Call for Proposals on Energy Technologies The aim of this call for Austrian-Chinese Cooperative R&D Projects is to support applied research and development in the thematic area of Energy Technology with mutual interest and scientific excellen… More information available Call Open Submission Period 12.06.2026 - 08.09.2026 Max. Funding per project 330.000 Learn more
Industry-Scale Reality Check 2026 Key technologies from prototype to technical demonstration in a real environment Funding is provided for individual projects in the field of experimental development with a focus on key technologies in TRLs 7 and 8, which carry out pilot and demonstration projects in a real enviro… More information available Call Open Submission Period 01.06.2026 - 15.10.2026 Max. Funding per project 1.000.000 Learn more
Austrian Life Sciences 2024 - 2026 Expanding and strengthening support for the life sciences sector in Austria and national and international networking As part of the “Austrian Life Sciences 2024 - 2026” initiative, support is provided for the life sciences sector and its increased capital requirements, which are typical for the industry. Funding is … More information available Call Open Submission Period 22.03.2024 - 18.12.2026 Max. Funding per project 3.000.000 Learn more
Diversity Cheque 2026 First steps towards a more diverse organisation The Diversity Cheque encourages and supports SMEs and non-academic research institutions to actively promote diversity within their organisations. Call Open Submission Period 01.06.2026 - 30.11.2026 Max. Funding per project 10.000 Learn more
Frontrunner 2026 Funding for internationally oriented R&D projects focusing on sustainable and/or digital transformation of the economy Frontrunner companies are synonymous with technological and innovative leadership. Funding is provided for research and development projects that are embedded in a proactive business strategy and cont… More information available Call Open Submission Period 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 Max. Funding per project 3.000.000 Learn more