Submit Applications for Mads Øvlisen Postdoc Fellowships 2027 – Denmark
Issued by Novo Nordisk Foundation · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls
- Published
- 2 Nov 2026
- Closes
- 15 Jan 2027
- Reference
- submit-applications-for-mads-ovlisen-postdoc-fellowships-2027-denmark
- Location
- Denmark
At a glance
Novo Nordisk Foundation in Denmark has published a funding call: “Submit Applications for Mads Øvlisen Postdoc Fellowships 2027 – Denmark”. Submissions close on 15 January 2027, 74 days from today. Quote reference submit-applications-for-mads-ovlisen-postdoc-fellowships-2027-denmark in any correspondence with the buyer. FreeTender has recorded 11 notices from this buyer since 2026, 11 of them currently open. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.
Details
The Mads Øvlisen Postdoc Fellowships 2027, offered by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, support talented researchers in conducting impactful art-related research in Denmark. With a total funding of DKK 2,220,000 per grant, this opportunity is open to postdoctoral researchers in art history, practice-based research, and interdisciplinary fields. The application deadline is 15 January 2027, at 2:00 pm Copenhagen time. The Mads Øvlisen Postdoc Fellowships aim to support groundbreaking research projects in the visual arts sector in Denmark. The fellowship encourages contributions that advance art-related research, fostering collaboration between art history and the natural sciences, as well as practice-based artistic and curatorial research. Each fellowship provides up to DKK 2,220,000, supporting up to five researchers for two-year postdoctoral projects. Funding covers research expenses, including materials and living costs, ensuring researchers can focus on their innovative projects. This fellowship is crucial for advancing the arts and fostering interdisciplinary research in Denmark, providing significant financial and institutional support to researchers aiming to make a substantial impact in their fields. What is the total funding available for each grant? Each grant provides up to DKK 2,220,000 for a two-year postdoctoral project. Who can apply for the fellowship? Postdoctoral researchers in relevant fields related to art history, practice-based research, or interdisciplinary studies can apply. What is the application deadline? Applications must be submitted by 15 January 2027, 2:00 pm Copenhagen time. Are international projects eligible? Projects must demonstrate relevance to the visual arts within a Danish context. How many fellowships will be awarded? Up to five fellowships will be granted for this cycle. Eligible researchers are encouraged to review the official application guidelines and prepare their proposals promptly. Visit the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s official website for detailed information and application instructions.
Context for bidders
We hold 11 notices from Novo Nordisk Foundation, going back to September 2026 — 11 of them still open. They buy mostly in Education & Training, Water & Environment and Healthcare & Pharma. This one closes in 74 days.
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