Centre for Research on Extremism
The Centre for Research on Extremism grant from the Research Council of Norway funds innovative research into radicalisation, violent extremism, and preventive strategies in Norway.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: September 23, 2026: Application deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to NOK 50,000,000 (~EUR 4.3M) for one centre; maximum duration 60 months (5 years)
Summary: Supports a national research centre advancing knowledge on radicalisation and violent extremism in Norway, with focus on new threats, prevention, and policy impact.
Key Information: Only approved Norwegian research organisations may apply as Project Owner; international and sector partners can participate.
Description
This grant funds the establishment of a Centre for Research on Extremism in Norway, dedicated to generating cutting-edge theoretical and empirical research on radicalisation and violent extremism. The centre will address a broad spectrum of extremist phenomena—including right-wing extremism, extreme Islamism, and emerging threats—while examining the influence of technology, social media, and geopolitical change. The centre is expected to inform Norwegian policy, foster collaboration across research communities and practice fields, and support researcher training and international cooperation. Funded activities must include innovative research, preventive strategies, higher education integration, and broad dissemination of results.
