Pilot funding for new neuroscience projects intended to lead to further external support. The 2027 letter-of-intent round is open, with a deadline of 3 November 2026 at 16:00 US Central. Only nominees of invited institutions can apply; invited full proposals follow in March 2027.
In Neuroscience and Biology
SNSF Ambizione supports early-career researchers leading an independent project at a Swiss higher education institution for up to four years. Funding can cover the researcher’s salary and project costs, or project costs alone where appropriate. The final Ambizione call opened on 3 August 2026 and closes on 3 November 2026 at 17:00 CET. Projects may start between September 2027 and September 2028. This is the final call before a replacement funding scheme, not an indefinitely recurring open programme.