The Lead Agency process funds joint research proposals between Switzerland and partner countries, applying SNSF rules to Swiss subprojects and partner organisation rules abroad. Researchers must submit proposals in English and comply with national funding guidelines. Only one project funding proposal per researcher is allowed within twelve months, with submission deadlines depending on the Lead Agency.
Eligible applicants are researchers in Switzerland and partner countries who meet their funder's participation requirements and eligibility criteria. Applicants must have no thematic overlaps with ongoing project funding grants and may submit only one project funding proposal within twelve months. A
