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FCT Bilateral Research Fund
This call closed on 2026-06-30. Most European programmes run recurring cycles — track the next one in VIRA.
| Reference | fct-bilateral-research-fund-pt |
|---|---|
| Source programme | esa |
| Type | grant |
| Status | closed |
| Closing date | 2026-06-30 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-12 |
What this call is about
This grant funds research projects in space and deep technology at early development stages. It's open to entities based in Portugal and offers grants of up to €3,000.
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