Submit SNSF NCCRs

NCCRs are intended for experienced researchers.

An NCCR consists of several research groups working together in an interdisciplinary, interuniversity network with partners from the academic, public and private sector. They help structure the Swiss research landscape and strengthen its international network.

NCCRs are always hosted by one or more Swiss higher education research centres.The National Centres of Competence in Research (external page NCCR) involve collaborative networks between researchers of several universities, large financial contributions both by the Swiss National Science Foundation and the home institutions, structural measures such as new professorships or research infrastructure, and long running times of up to 12 years.

Accordingly, NCCR require intensive coordination between PIs, their host departement and their home institution. If you are planning to apply for an NCCR, please contact the administrative department Research Initiatives and Infrastructures as early as possible.