Independent Research Fund Denmark
@dff.dk
DANMARKS FRIE FORSKNINGSFOND (DFF) - Independent Research Fund Denmark invests in the most original ideas and initiatives within Danish research facilitating the pursuit of original research ideas to improve our way of life and welfare. The grants are awarded to research activities based on researchers’ own ideas within all scientific areas and aim to improve the quality and internationalisation of Danish research. In 2024 Independent Research Fund Denmark funded 588 ground-breaking research projects at a total amount of 1.9 billion DKK. The Fund’s grants are offered in free national competition in order to further original researcher-initiated ideas and projects. Scientific quality constitutes the key assessment criterion in the Fund's distribution of means. Independent Research Fund Denmark continually strives to create the best conditions for independent research in Denmark as well as to promote international research collaborations. Independent Research Fund Denmark consists of a board af directors, five research councils (DFF | Humanities, DFF | Natural Sciences, DFF | Social Sciences, DFF | Medical Sciences and DFF | Technology and Production Sciences), and a cross-council committee – a total of 84 permanent members – as well as a number of ad hoc committee members appointed for one year at a time to allocate the politically designated thematic research funds. All members of the fund are recognised and active researchers.
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About Independent Research Fund Denmark
DK Frie Forskningsfond is a Danish organization that annually awards 400-500 grants for research projects, with a total amount of 1. 5 billion Danish kroner. Their main focus is supporting and fostering curiosity-driven research, aiming to facilitate breakthroughs and capacity building in Danish research.
They offer funding opportunities through various calls and are committed to promoting the impact of research. Additionally, DK Frie Forskningsfond provides research advisory services, including guidelines for research advice and assistance with tax regulations. They also engage in international collaborations with organizations such as Science Europe, Global Research Council, and Swiss National Science Foundation.
With a well-established board and specialized committees, DK Frie Forskningsfond ensures effective procedures and policies to support their research strategy, open access, and gender equality. To stay updated, individuals can explore their publications, annual reports, news articles, and podcasts, where researchers share insights on their groundbreaking work
Company type
Government Agency
Year founded
2004
Company size
11-50 employees
