Centre for Research on Extremism
The Centre for Research on Extremism, funded by the Research Council of Norway, will advance research on radicalisation, violent extremism, and prevention strategies in Norway and internationally.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: September 23, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to NOK 50,000,000 (~€4.3M) for one centre over 5 years
Summary: Supports a research centre advancing knowledge on radicalisation, violent extremism, and prevention strategies in Norway and internationally.
Key Information: Only approved Norwegian research organisations can apply as Project Owner; major international collaboration and policy relevance are required.
Description
This call funds the establishment of a single Centre for Research on Extremism, dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge on radicalisation and violent extremism, with a focus on Norway but also including international perspectives. The centre will conduct both theoretical and empirical research on a range of extremist phenomena, such as right-wing extremism and extreme Islamism, but is not limited to these. A key aim is to understand radicalisation processes, the impact of social media and AI, and to develop and assess preventive measures. The centre is expected to foster collaboration among research communities, practitioners, and policy-makers, and to ensure that findings are relevant and applicable to policy and prevention efforts. The centre must integrate higher education, facilitate national and international cooperation, and host annual conferences.
