Seed funding for new collaborations
Would you like to develop a new collaborative project with one of Umeå University’s strategic partners? Apply for up to SEK 85,000 to explore a shared challenge, strengthen collaboration, and take the first step towards a future research funding proposal.
Subject area: Humanities and social sciences, Artistic research, Medicine and health, Natural and engineering sciences, Educational sciences
Funding body: The Research Support and Collaboration Office, Umeå University
Applicant: Researchers or teachers at Umeå University
Application period: 17 September 2026 - 12 November 2026
Grant amount: SEK 85,000 (including overhead costs)
Download the application formThe purpose of the seed funding is to give you and your collaboration partner the opportunity to initiate a joint project that addresses a societal challenge linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (Agenda 2030).
The aim is for the project to serve as a stepping stone towards a larger external funding application within one year.
Who can apply?
You must be a researcher or teacher at Umeå University who wants to develop a new collaboration with a non-academic partner from one of the university’s strategic partnerships:
- Region Västerbotten
- Umeå Municipality
- Skellefteå Municipality
- Örnsköldsvik Municipality
The project should be new, with no previous formal collaboration related to the specific issue. Funding may only be used to cover costs incurred by the academic partner.
How to apply
Submit a joint application with your external partner. Use the dedicated application form, sign it (digitally or by hand), and email it to:
annika.nordstrand@umu.se
You will receive a decision no later than three weeks after the deadline.
The project must be completed and the final report submitted by 30 November 2027.
Download the application form