[Lundbeck Foundation](https://lundbeckfonden.com/en)

Continuous (applications accepted year-round)

Up to DKK 500,000 per grant for 2–6 months; covers documented sabbatical expenses only (salary not included).

Supports Danish-based senior neuroscience researchers with funding for international sabbatical research visits to foster collaboration and advance neuroscience.

--- ## Description This grant provides funding for Danish-based senior researchers in neuroscience or closely related fields to undertake long-term research visits at international research institutions. The objective is to enable research leaders to dedicate themselves fully to research during a sabbatical, strengthening both their own and their home institution's research activities. The program encourages proposals from diverse backgrounds and aims to promote international collaboration, career development, and world-class neuroscience research in Denmark. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a continuous basis (rolling deadline). - Applications are typically processed within 3–4 weeks, except during holiday periods. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: Up to DKK 500,000 per grant. - Duration: 2 to 6 months. - Funds cover additional documented expenses related to the sabbatical stay (e.g., travel, accommodation, research-related costs). - Salary for the applicant must be covered by the Danish employing institution. - Indirect costs are not covered. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must have at least 5 years of tenure at a Danish university hospital or non-commercial research institution, holding a position as associate professor, consultant, senior researcher, or professor. - The research must be within neuroscience (broadly defined to include medical, technical, natural, social sciences, and humanities with relevance to neuroscience). - The sabbatical must strengthen the research of the applicant and their Danish group/department. - The grant must be administered by a Danish non-commercial research institution. - Researchers cannot re-apply within 3 years of receiving a previous sabbatical grant from this program. - Diversity is encouraged; applications from underrepresented groups are especially welcome. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted in English via the [Lundbeck Foundation’s application system](https://nomination.lundbeckfonden.com/login). - Required documents: - Research plan for the international secondment. - Statement on how the sabbatical will benefit the Danish institution/department. - Statement from the applicant’s superior regarding sabbatical terms and confirmation of exemption from duties (except PhD supervision). - Acceptance letter from the host institution. - CV and publication list. - Budget (must be approved by the Danish institution). - Evaluation is based on scientific quality, applicant qualifications, host environment, project feasibility, and benefit to Danish neuroscience research. - Successful applicants must accept the [Lundbeck Foundation’s General Terms and Conditions for Research Grants](https://www.lundbeckfonden.com/wp-content/uploads/General_Terms_and_conditions_for-Research-Grants.pdf). --- ## Additional Information - This is a personal grant for the applicant’s sabbatical—funds are not transferable. - The grant cannot be used for indirect costs. - Exemption from regular duties (except PhD supervision) during the sabbatical is required. --- ## External Links - [Program Page (Stipends for Sabbatical Leave)](https://lundbeckfonden.com/apply-grants/stipends-sabbatical-leave) - [Lundbeck Foundation General Terms and Conditions for Research Grants (PDF)](https://www.lundbeckfonden.com/wp-content/uploads/General_Terms_and_conditions_for-Research-Grants.pdf) - [Lundbeck Foundation Contact Page](https://lundbeckfonden.com/en/contact-the-lundbeck-foundation) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |-------------------|-----------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|-----------------| | Peter Thostrup | Scientific Programme Director, Open Programmes | [pth@lundbeckfonden.com](mailto:pth@lundbeckfonden.com) | +45 3912 8021 | | Ulla Jakobsen | Senior Grant Manager | [uj@lundbeckfonden.com](mailto:uj@lundbeckfonden.com) | |

Stipends for Sabbatical Leave

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