2026 Call for Collaboration with Korea in 6G (NextG) and Quantum Technology
2026 Call for Collaboration with Korea in 6G (NextG) and Quantum Technology supports Finnish and Korean researchers in joint fundamental research aimed at high scientific and societal impact.
Funder: Research Council of Finland
Due Dates: October 30, 2026, at 23:59 Finnish time (Online application) | October 30, 2026, at 16:15 Finnish time (Paper application arrival)
Funding Amounts: Up to €500,000 per project for 36 months; €2 million total budget; RCF covers up to 70% of total costs
Summary: Supports high-quality fundamental research collaboration between Finnish and Korean researchers in 6G (NextG) and quantum technology.
Key Information: Invitation-only for Finnish partners in projects recommended for funding or reserve-listed in the Korea-Finland Joint Research Program 2026.
Description
The Research Council of Finland (RCF) supports fundamental research collaboration between Finnish and Korean researchers in 6G (NextG) and quantum technology. This invitation-only call connects to the Korea-Finland Joint Research Program 2026, organised by the National Research Foundation of Korea. It is directed at Finnish partners in four projects selected for funding and two reserve-listed projects.
The programme aims to promote excellent research with high scientific and societal impact. Funding supports research personnel and implementation costs, including travel, international cooperation and researcher mobility. Projects must address responsible science, including good scientific practice, equality and nondiscrimination, open access, responsible data management and sustainable development goals. Applicants must also assess research security risks and plan their management where necessary.
