Support for a National Network for Women's Health Research
Funds the establishment of a national network to advance women's health research in Norway through coordinated collaboration, resource sharing, and digital infrastructure.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: September 30, 2026: Full application submission deadline
Funding Amounts: NOK 2,000,000–3,000,000 per project | Project duration: 36–48 months
Summary: Supports the establishment of a coordinated national network for women's health research in Norway, fostering collaboration and resource sharing across sectors.
Key Information: Only approved Norwegian research organisations may apply; project manager must hold a PhD or equivalent and be a permanent staff member.
Description
This funding opportunity is designed to establish a national network for women's health research in Norway. The network will unite all relevant research groups to enhance national coordination, efficient resource utilization, and foster collaboration across public, private, voluntary, and patient/user organizations. The initiative aims to create meeting places, stimulate better use of health registries, biobanks, and infrastructure, and actively recruit new professional communities—including those in the health industry (femtech)—into the women’s health field. The network is also expected to facilitate participation in national and international projects and leverage digital infrastructure such as kvinnehelseportalen.no for greater dissemination and interaction.
