Open Science FAIR Research Outputs Funding Round (Netherlands)

Open Science NL offers the FAIR Research Outputs funding call to support projects that make research outputs open and FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) and to fund activities that demonstrably contribute to this goal. The total grant ceiling is €1,400,000, with a maximum of €50,000 per project. Applications can be submitted until 23 February 2027 at 14:00:00 CET (with an additional submission deadline on 1 December 2026 at 14:00:00 CET). Open Science NL explains that, in the transition to open science, research outputs should be made available as openly and in line with the FAIR principles as possible to maximise research impact. The call defines research outputs broadly, including both interim and final products arising directly from research that other researchers can share, reuse, or validate. While traditional research outputs (such as journal articles, conference proceedings, and books) are already widely recognised, this funding round also supports non-traditional research outputs and activities that contribute to making research outputs open and FAIR.

The call supports two objectives:

The call page does not specify additional requirements such as co-funding, cost eligibility rules, or restrictions beyond the stated ceilings and category structure. Applicants should consult the official call documents for full terms. Proposals may be submitted by professionals with a paid position at: The call page states that the exact eligibility criteria are set out in chapter 3 of the Call for proposals. Applicants should refer to that chapter for the detailed institutional and applicant requirements. The call focuses on making research outputs:

Supported areas include:

The call page does not enumerate a further list of eligible output types or specific activity examples. Applicants should consult the FAIR Research Outputs | call for proposals PDF for detailed scope. This funding opportunity is designed to help researchers and research institutions strengthen open science practices by improving how research outputs are shared and reused. By prioritising non-traditional research outputs and related enabling activities, it targets a gap where impact can be limited if outputs are not discoverable, accessible, interoperable, or reusable. The call states that applications must be submitted through the Isaac application and reporting system. If you do not already have an ISAAC account, create one at least one workday in advance. The call instructs applicants to download and use the forms in ISAAC and references examples of required forms (including a proposal-related application form and required statements). The call page provides downloadable materials including: For proposal assessment and administrative handling details, the call page explains that proposals are processed by Open Science NL in the order received once formal requirements are met. The funding round closes once the grant ceiling has been reached. Official application page (and downloads):

1) What is the main purpose of the FAIR Research Outputs call?

The call supports making research outputs open and FAIR to maximise research impact, with emphasis on non-traditional research outputs and activities that demonstrably contribute to this objective.

2) How much funding can a project receive?

A maximum of €50,000 can be applied for per project.

3) What is the total budget for this call?

The total grant ceiling is €1,400,000, with an overall structure that divides the budget into four categories (each capped at €350,000).

4) What are the application deadlines?

Applications may be submitted until 23 February 2027 at 14:00:00 CET, provided the grant ceiling has not yet been reached. There is also an additional submission deadline on 1 December 2026 at 14:00:00 CET.

5) Are proposals evaluated in competition with each other?

No. The call states that proposals are not in competition with one another. Open Science NL intends to award all applications that meet submission conditions as long as there is sufficient budget.

6) Who can apply?

Applications may be submitted by professionals with a paid position at specified Dutch institutions, including universities, universities of applied sciences, university medical centres, KNAW and NWO institutes, and certain specific research organisations. Exact criteria are in chapter 3 of the call.

7) Where do I submit my proposal?

Applications must be submitted through the ISAAC application and reporting system. Review the official FAIR Research Outputs call documents (especially the Call for proposals PDF and Chapter 3 on eligibility), then prepare your proposal and submit it through ISAAC before the relevant deadline(s). If you have questions, the call page indicates there is a contact person available via the official guidance.