MIT Portugal Program 2026 Call for Proposals
Supports collaborative research between MIT and Portuguese institutions in climate science, earth systems, digital transformation, sustainable cities, nanotechnology, energy, AI, and space.
Funder: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full proposal and budget submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 (MIT PI) or €50,000 (Portuguese PI) for one year; higher budgets considered with justification.
Summary: Supports collaborative research seed grants between MIT and Portuguese institutions in areas such as climate science, earth systems, digital transformation, and sustainable cities.
Key Information: Active collaboration with a Portuguese partner is required for all proposals.
Description
This opportunity funds collaborative research projects between MIT and Portuguese partners under the MIT Portugal Program. The program aims to foster innovative research and engagement in fields including climate science and climate change, earth systems, digital transformation in manufacturing, sustainable cities, nanotechnology, energy, artificial intelligence, and space. Both research and non-research projects are eligible, with a strong emphasis on impactful international collaboration and advancing science, technology, and higher education.
