Norwegian Centre for Research at CERN
Funds the Norwegian Centre for CERN-related Research to coordinate Norway’s participation in CERN experiments, foster collaboration, and promote research, knowledge transfer, and STEM outreach.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: September 23, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to NOK 255 million per project; covers up to 50% of project costs; project duration up to 8 years (2028–2035).
Summary: Supports the Norwegian Centre for CERN-related Research (NorCC) to coordinate national participation in CERN experiments, foster collaboration, and promote research, knowledge transfer, and STEM outreach in Norway.
Description
This grant funds the continued operation and development of the Norwegian Centre for CERN-related Research (NorCC), which serves as the national hub for Norwegian participation in CERN’s nuclear and particle physics research. NorCC unites Norwegian research communities active at CERN, coordinates collaboration, manages Norway’s contributions to the operation and maintenance of CERN experiments, and promotes STEM interest and outreach nationally. The centre also supports participation in CERN recruitment programs, strengthens ties between Norwegian research institutions, businesses, and CERN, and aims to increase Norwegian returns in employment and procurement from CERN. The grant is intended to ensure effective governance, knowledge dissemination, and societal relevance of CERN-related research in Norway.
