International research collaboration is a central part of Independent Research Fund Denmark’s mission to strengthen world-class Danish research. The fund contributes to Nordic, European and global collaborations and participates in research policy forums.
International research collaboration forms a central part of Independent Research Fund Denmark’s mission to promote world-class Danish research. With its international engagement, the fund aims to create the best conditions for Danish research. The purpose is to ensure that Danish researchers can participate in major international research collaborations, as well as harvesting knowledge and sharing experience with the fund's Nordic, European and global partners.
The fund is a member of international organisations such as Science Europe and the Global Research Council, as well as scientific networks, originated from EU programmes, and smaller networks for research organisations funds in limited scientific fields within the framework of NordForsk.
Moreover, the fund actively participates in joint research programmes across national borders, e.g. through NordForsk, Horizon Europe and European networks.
You can read more about the fund's specific international collaborations and policy initiatives below. Current international calls for proposals will be listed on the page for open calls, and completed calls for proposals can be found in the archive.
