Second Executive Programme of Science and Technology Cooperation (Italy – Singapore)
Second Executive Programme of Science and Technology Cooperation (Italy – Singapore) supports researchers in both countries in joint technology and health research to advance mutually beneficial scientific cooperation.
Funder: Agency for Science Technology and Research (A*STAR)
Due Dates: November 27, 2026 (Singapore: 23:59 SGT; Italy: 12:00 CET)
Funding Amounts: Singapore: up to S$450,000 including 30% indirect costs over 36 months; Italy: approximately €100,000 annual project cost, with approximately 50% institutional co-funding
Summary: Supports joint Italy–Singapore research in advanced technologies and health/medical sciences for the 2027–2029 Executive Programme.
Key Information: Partners must concurrently submit identical proposals to A*STAR and MAECI, in the same priority research area.
Description
A*STAR and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) jointly administer this bilateral call for research projects under the Second Executive Programme of Science and Technology Cooperation, covering 2027–2029. The programme supports collaboration between Singapore- and Italy-based research performers, with industry participation encouraged but not mandatory.
Projects must address advanced technologies—artificial intelligence, robotics, quantum technology or space technologies—or health/medical research in aging, translational medicine or neuroscience. The call seeks scientific and technological cooperation with clear benefits for both countries. Early-career scientist involvement is positively evaluated, and preference is given to proposals involving multiple national research organisations or offering industrial impact. Not every priority area will necessarily receive funding, as selection depends on scientific quality.
