Distinguished Innovator Grant

About

The Distinguished Innovator Grant, offered by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, provides funding of up to DKK 7.6 million for senior faculty members and researchers in the Nordic countries to accelerate the commercialization of innovative research in health sciences and sustainability, with a focus on projects that have clear scaling and commercialization potential.

Benefits

• Up to DKK 7.6 million per grant
  Support for commercialization of research findings

Eligibility Criteria

• Senior faculty member or researcher in Nordic countries
• Proven track record in innovation
• Willingness to act as an ambassador for innovation
• Project must be linked to health or sustainability

Participation Commitments

• Main applicant must lead the project
• Engage younger researchers
• Act as a role model for innovation

Target Region

Nordic Countries

Target Sector

Health and Sustainability