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Tore Nilsons Stiftelse för medicinsk forskning

Tore Nilsons Stiftelse för medicinsk forskning provides funding support for medical research projects in Sweden. The foundation accepts applications digitally through their online system, which opens August 1st and closes September 1st at 23:59. Applications can be submitted in either Swedish or English, and the foundation awards grants up to 250,000 SEK per application. Incoming applications are evaluated by a committee of professors including Håkan Eriksson (chair), Kristina Broliden, Olle Isaksson, Olle Svensson, and Lars Wiklund.

STINT International Postdoc

The STINT International Postdoc program aims to strengthen the quality of Swedish research and higher education by giving recently graduated researchers the opportunity to stay at a foreign host institution. This allows postdoctoral researchers to experience a different scientific environment, become more independent, and expand their international network. The program offers personal grants of 1,000,000 SEK for at least one year of postdoctoral residence. An accompanying grant of 100,000 SEK may be added for up to two accompanying persons, for a maximum grant amount of 1.2 million SEK. The program is available in two variants: STINT International Postdoc for outgoing postdocs and STINT International Postdoc in Sweden for incoming postdocs. For the outgoing variant, researchers must have obtained their doctoral degree at a Swedish university no more than two years before the application deadline, or have a planned doctoral examination within one year of the deadline. The postdoctoral stay must offer a new experience at an institution in a country outside the EU/EFTA (including the UK) and cannot be located in a country from which the grant recipient has a previous academic degree or citizenship.

Fellowships for Americans in the Nordic Countries

The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) offers fellowships to graduate students and academic professionals interested in pursuing research or creative-arts projects in the Nordic region (Denmark, Greenland, Faroe Islands, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sápmi, and Sweden). The program provides year-long fellowships of up to $23,000 and short-term (1-3 months) fellowships of up to $5,000. Priority is given to candidates at the graduate level for dissertation-related research, though awards are made in all fields. The fellowships support project-related costs including roundtrip airfare, room and board in the Nordic region, in-country travel, tuition and fees where applicable, and materials such as books, photocopying, and art supplies. Applicants must be United States citizens or permanent residents who have completed their undergraduate education by the start of their project. First priority is given to applicants who have not previously received an ASF award, and applicants are eligible to receive only two awards within a ten-year period. The program emphasizes full-time commitment to research or creative work, with projects required to begin after April 15th annually.

Mystep Stipendium

Mystep.se offers a scholarship worth 5,000 SEK awarded twice per year to students studying abroad or studying economics in Sweden while writing a bachelor's or master's thesis. The scholarship is provided by Mystep.se, a comprehensive comparison website for finance and loans, aimed at increasing knowledge about loans and savings. The scholarship is awarded to applicants who meet the eligibility criteria and have the best thesis idea or, for international studies, the most compelling application letter. Winners are selected approximately 3-4 weeks after the application deadline by a jury consisting of personnel from Beck Solutions AB.

Tryggas stipendium för utlandsstudier

Trygga offers an annual scholarship for students studying abroad. The scholarship provides 5,000 SEK to support students who are planning to or currently studying outside of Sweden. The scholarship is tax-free and awarded once per year. Trygga is a Swedish financial market actor that helps customers compare loans and lenders. Since its founding in 2015, they have helped over 100,000 Swedes reduce their costs and build stronger personal finances. Through this scholarship, they aim to support students in their international educational pursuits and cultural exchange experiences. Eligible applicants must be full-time students who are registered in Sweden (folkbokförd) and studying abroad at a university or college level. The scholarship winner is selected by Trygga's founder and CEO Olle Gordh together with a jury consisting of Trygga employees. Applications are evaluated from a holistic perspective, and the jury's decision cannot be appealed. Winners receive their prize in January following the December deadline.

Kreditkoll's Scholarship

Kreditkoll's scholarship of SEK 5,000 is awarded twice a year to active full-time students who either complete studies abroad or write an essay on fintech. The scholarship aims to promote digitization and technological innovation in the financial sector. For essay applicants, the work must be a C-, D-level essay or equivalent at any college or university, focusing on fintech aspects such as technology, security, law, or finance with the goal of leading to more efficient and cheaper financial services available to more people. For study abroad applicants, the scholarship supports students who demonstrate clear goals and purpose for their international educational experience. The scholarship promotes Sweden's position in disruptive innovation and recognizes the value of international academic experiences in bringing new innovations and business models.

Din Psykologs stipendium

Din Psykolog offers an annual scholarship of 5,000 SEK to students from colleges and universities in Sweden. The scholarship is available to students writing a bachelor's or master's thesis related to the human psyche, either within psychology education or in other fields such as economics focusing on consumer behavior or similar topics. The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage the development of understanding of the human psyche, which the organization believes can ultimately lead to new and improved treatment options for digital mental health care. Applications are accepted annually from April 30 to October 31, with winners selected by November 31 of the same year by a jury consisting of licensed psychologists and Din Psykolog management.

Brixos stipendium

Brixo offers a scholarship of 10,000 SEK to support aspiring academics and provide an extra boost in their educational journey. The scholarship is available to students who contribute to knowledge development within any subject area. Applicants must be full-time students at a Swedish university or college, registered in Sweden, and writing a bachelor's or master's thesis during the current semester. The scholarship aims to support students whose thesis topics are important for knowledge development and societal benefit. Winners are selected by a jury consisting of Brixo's CEO and CFO, and the decision is based on originality in topic choice, research methods, and clear justification of why the applicant deserves the scholarship.

Kvinnliga Läkares Förenings Stiftelse

The Swedish Female Physicians' Association Foundation (Kvinnliga Läkares Förenings Stiftelse, formerly known as Kvinnliga Läkares Klubbs Hjälpfond) provides financial assistance to female physicians in Sweden. The foundation's primary purpose is to support elderly or sick Swedish female physicians who are in need through financial grants. In particularly urgent cases, assistance can also be provided to foreign female physicians residing in Sweden. Applications are accepted twice per year with deadlines on March 15 and October 15. The foundation prioritizes well-written applications with a clear connection to the foundation's purpose and a detailed cost plan. Recipients must submit receipts and documentation showing how the funds were used within one year of receiving the grant.

Sjukhusläkarnas stipendium om jämlik sjukvård

Sjukhusläkarna (Swedish Association of Hospital Physicians) offers a recurring scholarship for physicians and medical students who are planning or have started a research or development project. The scholarship theme varies from year to year and is based on the association's activity plan. For autumn 2025, the scholarship focuses on equal healthcare. The association welcomes applications from physicians and medical students with various types of projects on the subject. This scholarship aims to contribute to new knowledge about equitable healthcare delivery in Sweden. Previous years have focused on different themes including continuity of care in primary care, physicians' administrative workplaces, sustainable working life, climate and health, and the impact of hospital bed shortages.

Ekonomiskt stöd för vårdpersonal

Cancerfonden offers financial support for healthcare personnel working in cancer care in Sweden. The purpose of this support is to stimulate and increase competence among healthcare staff to improve the quality of cancer care. The goal is to enhance the care of cancer patients. The financial support can be granted for study visits, clinical observation/hospitality at oncology facilities, courses, and participation in cancer-related congresses/conferences. Eligible healthcare professionals include assistant nurses, nurses, physiotherapists, dietitians, and counselors. Physicians can only apply for activities with a palliative care focus. Applications must be submitted at least six weeks before the start date of the activity.

SSEF:s minnesfond

SSEF:s minnesfond is a scholarship provided by the Swedish Nurses Association (Svensk sjuksköterskeförening) for students enrolled in undergraduate nursing education programs in Sweden. The scholarship supports knowledge development activities beyond the standard curriculum requirements, such as international practical training placements. To be eligible, applicants must provide proof of acceptance to an international practical training placement and hold student membership in the Swedish Nurses Association. The scholarship is not paid retroactively, and the application processing time is approximately 9 weeks. This funding opportunity enables nursing students to gain valuable international experience and professional development opportunities that enhance their nursing education.

Örensgårdsfonden

The Örensgårdsfonden is a support fund managed by the Swedish Nursing Association that provides financial assistance to practicing registered nurses for professional stimulation and recreation. The fund's purpose is to enable nurses to attend conferences within Sweden for professional stimulation, or to participate in study trips and short courses for recreation purposes. The fund does not support higher education or credit-bearing courses. Applications are income-tested for recreation grants, with specific income thresholds applied. The fund aims to support nurses' well-being and professional development through non-academic enrichment opportunities.

Stipendium för ukrainska forskare

SSMF (Svenska Sällskapet för Medicinsk Forskning) has allocated 10 million Swedish kronor to support Ukrainian citizens working in medical research who have come to Sweden after the outbreak of war in 2022. The grant provides financial support for Ukrainian students, doctoral candidates, and postdocs to conduct research at Swedish universities or research institutes. The funding can be applied for by doctoral researchers who have ongoing research grants from SSMF with project disposition rights. Support can be granted for a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 12 months with the possibility of extension. The grant recipient must be provided with a research position at a Swedish university or research institute during the project period. The program enables SSMF researchers to host a guest researcher from war-torn Ukraine.

SSMF Travel Grant

The Swedish Society for Medical Research (SSMF) offers travel grants for doctoral students active in preclinical and clinical medical research in Sweden. The grant supports up to 50,000 SEK and can be awarded a maximum of three times to the same individual. The grants are intended to cover personal costs for travel and accommodation in connection with visits to other research institutions or clinics for studies of significance to the doctoral student's own research project. Examples include travel to learn new methodologies, collect research data, or other similar purposes. The grant is tax-free and paid directly to the recipient. Doctoral students registered at a Swedish university with at least one peer-reviewed original publication are eligible to apply. The research article must have been published after registration as a doctoral student or in connection with doctoral studies, and in such cases at most one year before registration as a doctoral student. The grants are not awarded for courses, conference or congress travel, materials, printing or other operational costs, nor for per diem or compensation for food costs during the period.

SSMF Postdoctoral Grant

The SSMF Postdoctoral Grant is a three-year grant designed to provide young researchers with the opportunity to advance their qualifications and establish themselves as independent researchers. The grant is intended for postdoctoral research in medical science and can be applied for on a full-time or part-time basis. Part-time grants are intended for individuals who are clinically active in their regular positions, such as physicians. The grant must be administered by a Swedish university or college, and the grant recipient must be employed by or affiliated with the grant administrator and registered in Sweden throughout the entire grant period. For full-time grants, international applicants spend years 1-2 abroad and year 3 in Sweden, while national applicants spend all 3 years in Sweden. Part-time grants are national only, with 3 years in Sweden combining research with 50% clinical practice. The grant aims at scientific advancement and reaching qualifications such as associate professorship.

SDKO:s Resebidrag

SDKO:s Resebidrag is a travel grant offered by the Swedish Society for Dermatological Surgery and Oncology (SDKO) for its members. The grant is intended to support participation in tumor-focused courses or visits to healthcare units, in Sweden or abroad, where the recipient can gain knowledge and experience that can benefit their own healthcare unit and other SDKO members. The ultimate aim of the travel grant is to increase competence in Swedish healthcare regarding the investigation and treatment of various types of skin tumors and vascular anomalies. The grant does not cover congress travel or aesthetically oriented courses. Recipients are expected to disseminate the acquired knowledge at their own healthcare unit and report to SDKO's board and members, either in writing or orally, through presentations or publications. The grant must be used within 12 months of being awarded, and the recipient must contact SDKO's secretary within this timeframe to discuss the format of the report.

SSDV:s bidrag för EU-tenta

SSDV (Swedish Society for Dermatology and Venereology) offers a grant to support Swedish dermatology specialists who plan to take the European Union examination in dermatology and venereology. The examination is organized by UEMS-EBDV Board of examination and takes place on September 25, 2026. The examination fee is €550, and SSDV provides funding to encourage increased participation from Sweden. The grant is available to SSDV members to help cover the registration fee for 2026. The payment is disbursed after the examination has been completed, regardless of whether the exam is passed or not. Applicants must submit proof of completed examination and a screenshot of the Swedish amount paid for the registration fee to SSDV's office.

SLS projekt

SLS projekt provides funding for medical research projects to early career researchers in Sweden. The grant supports one-year or two-year research projects for physicians who have completed their PhD within the last 10 years and are members of the Swedish Society of Medicine (Svenska Läkaresällskapet) or a member association. One-year projects receive funding of approximately 350,000 SEK, while two-year projects can receive up to 600,000 SEK. The funding can be used for materials, equipment, and personnel costs, though not for salary compensation for the principal investigator or co-applicants. Projects must be conducted at a Swedish university or other relevant authority, and overhead costs are included in the grant amount. The program emphasizes clinical relevance and requires patient benefit to be clearly described in applications. Recipients are required to acknowledge the Swedish Society of Medicine in publications and submit both scientific and financial reports upon project completion.

SLS nätverksstöd

SLS (Svenska Läkaresällskapet) Network Support is a grant program designed to structurally support national clinical treatment research in Sweden. The program aims to promote the organization of Swedish national networks capable of quickly collaborating and conducting nationwide clinical studies. The support is intended as establishment grants to three applications of 150,000 kronor each for two years, with the possibility to apply for an additional year after the grant has been utilized. For networks that wish to do so, there is a possibility to use part of the grant to purchase certain administrative support from SLS, subject to agreement. Eligible applications include at least three universities, preferably regional units, and must contain a description of the network, its goals and purposes, as well as CV from the main applicants.

SLS forskarmånader

SLS forskarmånader is a stipend program designed to enable physicians to take leave from clinical service after obtaining their PhD to conduct research. The stipend provides financial support of up to 75,000 SEK per month for full-time research. The program is offered by the Swedish Society of Medicine (Svenska Läkaresällskapet) to support early-career researchers who have defended their doctoral thesis within the past 7 years. The research must be conducted in Sweden on a full-time basis. The program aims to facilitate the transition from clinical practice to research activities for recently graduated PhDs in medicine. Recipients must be members of SLS or a member society, hold a medical degree, and have completed their doctoral defense no more than 7 years prior to application (with deductions allowed for parental leave).

Paul Frenckners fond resebidrag

Paul Frenckners fond provides travel grants for research stays abroad within the field of ear, nose, and throat (ENT) diseases. The grants support auscultation or research visits at clinics outside Sweden, but not congress travel. The fund supports research related to ENT diseases through both project grants and travel grants for research stays. Applicants must hold a medical degree and be members of the Swedish Society of Medicine (SLS) or a member organization. Travel can start earliest September 1st of the application year. A brief travel report and financial accounting must be submitted no later than one month after the completed trip. The fund requires that previously granted travel grants from Paul Frenckner's fund must be used and reported before a new application can be submitted. Only one travel grant application can be made at each application opportunity. The grant is paid out as a scholarship to a personal account.

Paul Frenckners fond projekt

Paul Frenckners fond projekt provides project grants for research related to ear, nose, and throat diseases. The fund is administered by the Swedish Society of Medicine (Svenska Läkaresällskapet) and supports early-career researchers conducting clinical and translational research in otorhinolaryngology. Projects should be feasible within one year with a budget of approximately 300,000 SEK. The fund aims to support innovative research with clear clinical relevance and patient benefit, helping to advance understanding and treatment of ENT diseases in Sweden and internationally.

Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals

The Swedish Institute awards academic scholarships for master's studies in Sweden to global professionals from a selection of 34 countries who want to contribute to the sustainable development of their home countries. The scholarship is a competitive fully-funded opportunity that supports full-time, one- or two-year master's studies at Swedish universities across a wide range of English-taught programmes in fields including Governance, Public Health, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and STEM. Recipients gain access to world-class education, cutting-edge research, and a vibrant network of peers while developing tools to drive change back home. Scholarship recipients become part of the SI Network for Global Professionals, a platform for collaboration, learning, and lifelong connection with fellow leaders from around the world. The program seeks talented professionals with capability, an existing platform, and ambition to contribute to the further development of their home country and region. After the scholarship period ends, recipients become members of the Sweden Alumni Network, providing unique opportunities for continued networking and professional development.

Celiakifonden Research Grant

Celiakifonden annually distributes research funding to increase knowledge about coeliac disease. The fund supports research conducted in Sweden at universities/colleges or within healthcare. Research may concern the disease's emergence, treatment, complications or other consequences, as well as how it can be prevented, or how society can better provide support to people with coeliac disease. This year, applications concerning coeliac disease and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) are particularly welcomed, as this research area needs more focus. Applications are reviewed based on scientific criteria by the association's scientific council and external international experts. Granted funds can be used over a period of three years, though grants are awarded for one-year research periods. Between 200,000 and 400,000 SEK have been distributed annually in recent years to important coeliac disease research.

Centrum för Tekniker för autonoma svärmar av drönare

The Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research (SSF) is allocating 60 million SEK to establish a Strategic Research Centre (SRC) focused on technologies for autonomous drone swarms. The center aims to advance research on unmanned autonomous drones that are increasingly important for missions in air, water, ground, and space. The technical development is rapid and use cases are expanding. Swarms of many cooperating drones that together solve advanced missions are expected to become increasingly significant in the future. Research focus includes behavior of advanced autonomous drone swarms - how they cooperate, form, communicate, sense and behave to solve sophisticated missions together. The center will also focus on innovative design of lightweight drones, drones for extreme climates, propulsion systems (including battery and motor capacity), sensors and communication systems. The center must have a clear vision of versatile drones and reusable modular drone construction for increased sustainability. The research must support important Swedish and EU-relevant strategies, including the AI Commission's Roadmap for Sweden and the EU AI Regulation, and must be ethically defensible. The center is part of SSF's investment in Strategic Research Centres (SRC), aiming to stimulate collaboration between academia, research institutes, industry and society for stronger results and faster application.