Submissions open for WEL-T Investigator Programme 2026 (Belgium)
Issued by WEL Research Institute · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls
- Published
- 29 Oct 2026
- Closes
- 5 Nov 2026
- Reference
- wel-t-investigator-programme-2026-strategic-research-funding-for
- Location
- Belgium
At a glance
WEL Research Institute in Belgium has published a funding call: “Submissions open for WEL-T Investigator Programme 2026 (Belgium)”. Submissions close on 5 November 2026, 7 days from today. Quote reference wel-t-investigator-programme-2026-strategic-research-funding-for in any correspondence with the buyer. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.
Details
The WEL-T Investigator Programme 2026, offered by the Walloon ExceLlence in Technology (WEL-T) funding instrument, provides significant resources to researchers within the Walloon region of Belgium. Managed by the WEL Research Institute, this programme supports strategic research projects aimed at achieving major scientific breakthroughs, particularly in engineering, chemistry, and physics. The application period opens on 17 September 2026 and closes on 05 November 2026. The WEL-T Investigator Programme is designed to support researchers in developing ambitious projects that translate scientific discoveries into industrial applications. The focus is on sustainable transition, with an emphasis on engineering, chemistry, and physics. The programme aims to foster innovation and collaboration with the industrial sector to drive sustainable advancements. The programme supports projects that aim to: This funding opportunity empowers researchers to turn scientific breakthroughs into practical solutions for industrial applications, focusing on sustainable development. The programme emphasizes strategic research that can lead to significant advancements in technology and industry practices in Wallonia. What is the application deadline? The application deadline is 05 November 2026, 14:00 CET. What are the funding limits? Funding is limited to €200,000 per year for the Starting instrument and €350,000 per year for the Advanced instrument. Who can apply? Researchers affiliated with universities in the French Community of Belgium holding specific mandates or grants within the FNRS system. Are previous WEL-T or WELBIO recipients eligible? No, those who received funding from the WEL-T Investigator 2024 or WELBIO Investigator 2023/2025 are not eligible. How long is the project duration? Projects are funded over a 4-year span, divided into two 2-year periods. Eligible researchers are encouraged to review the official guidelines and prepare their proposals for submission by the deadline. Ensure all application components are complete and align with the programme’s strategic goals. For more information, visit the official WEL-T Investigator Programme page.
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