NNF IAS Fellowship Programme 2026

NNF-IAS Fellowship Programme 2027 – Fully Funded Nordic Research Fellowship

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Overview of NNF-IAS Fellowship Programme

The NNF-IAS Fellowship Programme is a prestigious collaboration between the eight Nordic Institutes for Advanced Studies, coordinated by the Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies (AIAS) and supported by the Novo Nordisk Foundation with a grant of DKK 48.3 million . The programme runs from 2027 until 2032 and hosts excellent early-career researchers across Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden .

This ambitious initiative brings together five fellows and one theme lead per cohort to work on individual two-year fellowships in parallel across the Nordic countries, with the aim of strengthening research, mobility, talent, and networking in and across the region.

◆ Fully funded two-year fellowship starting 1 September 2027 .
◆ Five fellowships available for the first cohort across four main partner institutes .
◆ First sub-theme: "Inequity in Health" .
◆ Open to researchers of any nationality and all academic disciplines .
◆ Check fully funded scholarships in Europe for international students for similar opportunities.

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Fellowship Theme – Inequity in Health

The first call focuses on exploring innovative solutions to challenges related to health inequities from interdisciplinary and transformative perspectives .

◆ Understanding health disparities and inequities from Nordic and global perspectives.
◆ Structural and social determinants of health inequities.
◆ Health innovations and technologies addressing inequities.
◆ Equal opportunities and health challenges related to environmental developments.
◆ Any discipline can apply – from humanities to natural sciences .
◆ Explore latest scholarships in Europe for all nationalities for more field options.

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Eligibility Criteria for NNF-IAS Fellowship

◉ Open to researchers of any nationality .
◉ Career experience of 2 to 10 years after completion of the PhD (PhD training period not considered) .
◉ Mobility requirement: Must not have resided or carried out main work activity in the country of priority for more than 12 months in the two years prior to the deadline .
◉ Must be excited about interdisciplinary, cross-Nordic research collaboration.
◉ Must be willing to reside in the host country for the fellowship duration.
◉ Applicants apply individually but will work together as a group .
◆ See financial aids for students in Europe for more funding options.

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Fellowship Benefits – NNF-IAS Programme

★ Full-time salary based on seniority (regulated by collective union agreements in the host country) .
★ Relocation travel expenses covered (subject to prior approval by the hiring institute) .
★ Research budget of up to EUR 20,000 .
★ Office space at the hosting Institute for Advanced Studies .
★ Participate in academic training activities, conferences, and workshops.
★ Affiliated with all eight Nordic Institutes for Advanced Studies.
★ Interdisciplinary community of fellows from all disciplines and nationalities .
★ Explore Nordic countries' latest scholarships in 2026 for more details.

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Partner Institutions – NNF-IAS Programme

The programme includes eight partner institutions across four Nordic countries :

◆ Main Partners (hosting NNF-IAS Fellows):
◉ Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies (AIAS), Denmark.
◉ Centre for Advanced Study (CAS), Norway.
◉ Helsinki Collegium for Advanced Studies (HCAS), Finland.
◉ Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (SCAS), Sweden.

◆ Associated Partners (hosting events and mobility stays):
◉ Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS), Denmark.
◉ Pufendorf Institute for Advanced Study, Sweden.
◉ Tampere Institute for Advanced Study, Finland.
◉ Turku Institute for Advanced Studies (TIAS), Finland.
◆ list of all open scholarships in Europe for additional funding sources.

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Required Documents for NNF-IAS Fellowship

✓ Completed online application via the GrantOne application system .
✓ Research proposal aligned with the theme "Inequity in Health".
✓ Curriculum Vitae demonstrating career experience and research achievements.
✓ Publication list.
✓ Prioritization of preferred hosting institute (AIAS, CAS, HCAS, or SCAS) .
✓ Details of previous employment and research activities to verify mobility requirement.
✓ Reference details (if required).
✓ list of all open scholarships in Europe for additional opportunities.

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Important Dates for NNF-IAS Fellowship

Application Deadline: 1 October 2026 at 12:00 (noon) CEST .

◆ Call opens: June 2026 .
◆ Peer review and selection period: November 2026 – February 2027 .
◆ Applicants receive answers: March 2027 .
◆ Fellowships begin: 1 September 2027 .
◆ Fellowship duration: 23 months (until July 2029) .

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Application Process for NNF-IAS Fellowship

1. Review the full call details and Guide for Applicants on the AIAS website .

2. Develop a research project aligned with the "Inequity in Health" theme.

3. Access the GrantOne application system .

4. Prioritize your preferred hosting institute (AIAS, CAS, HCAS, or SCAS) .

5. Complete the online application with all required information.

6. Upload your research proposal, CV, and publication list.

7. Submit the application before the 1 October 2026 deadline.

8. Await notification of results in March 2027 .

9. If successful, begin your fellowship on 1 September 2027.

10. Participate actively in the interdisciplinary theme group and cross-Nordic activities.

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Why Choose NNF-IAS Fellowship

◆ Prestigious programme funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, one of Europe's largest philanthropic foundations .
◆ Opportunity to conduct research at world-class Institutes for Advanced Studies across the Nordic region 
◆ Fully funded with salary, research budget, and relocation support.
◆ Interdisciplinary collaboration with researchers from all academic disciplines .
◆ Strengthen your international network and research profile.
◆ Contribute to addressing global health challenges.
◆ Part of a programme that will host 20 fellows over six years .
◆ Explore fully funded scholarships in Europe for international students for similar programs.

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Final Thoughts – NNF-IAS Fellowship

◆ This is a transformative opportunity for early-career researchers passionate about health and sustainability.
◆ The programme values interdisciplinary collaboration and cross-Nordic mobility.
◆ Apply early and carefully prepare your research proposal aligned with the "Inequity in Health" theme.
◆ For more opportunities, explore latest scholarships in Europe for all nationalities.

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