FAPESP has opened applications for its Research Grant Program for Thematic Project 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About FAPESP - Research Grant Program for Thematic Project
The Thematic Project Research Grant Program is designed to fund ambitious, high-impact scientific and technological research projects led by experienced researchers in the state of São Paulo. It supports long-term, collaborative research efforts that advance knowledge and innovation across disciplines.The programme prioritizes excellence, interdisciplinarity, and global competitiveness in research outcomes.
Benefits of FAPESP - Research Grant Program for Thematic Project
- Total grant value: R$ 7,000,000
FAPESP - Research Grant Program for Thematic Project Requirements
The programme is intended for experienced researchers with strong academic and institutional ties.
Principal Investigator requirements:
- Must hold a doctoral degree or equivalent
- Must have employment or formal affiliation with a research institution in São Paulo
- Must demonstrate strong scientific or technological productivity
- Must have proven experience in the relevant research area
- Must comply with all FAPESP rules and reporting obligations
Additional eligibility provisions:
- Retired professors may apply if formally affiliated with eligible institutions under specific conditions
Institutional Requirements
Host institutions play a central role in project execution.
Institutional responsibilities include:
- Providing adequate research infrastructure
- Ensuring administrative and technical support
- Supporting project implementation and logistics
- Facilitating access to laboratories and equipment
- Enabling conditions for multidisciplinary collaboration
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
10 August, 2026
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