This call for proposals is to fund R&D projects in all scientific fields, under the SR&TD Projects and PEX Projects categories.
- Scientific Research and Technological Development Projects (SR&TD) for original and relevant scientific questions or concepts, using international standards as a reference, which make a significant contribution to the advancement of knowledge and which result in indicators of the achievement of scientific production during the course of the project.
- Exploratory Research Projects (PEX) focusing on original projects for early-career researchers, or on ideas or concepts with a high degree of novelty that demonstrate disruptive potential, compared to previous work, for more experienced researchers.
Applications may be made on the MyFCT platform.
Main documents for the Call:
- Notice of Tender Opening - republished 23/02/2026
- Application Guide - republished 16/12/2025
- Evaluation Guide - republished 16/12/2025
- FAQs
On 10 March, at 15.00, there will be a ONLINE Q&A session on the Call for Research and Development (R&D) projects in all scientific fields 2025, of the FCT. Watch the session at this link.
