Industrial PhD Call 2025

Health Holland has officially launched the Industrial PhD Call 2025, inviting companies and research organizations to collaborate in advancing the Life Sciences & Health sector. This initiative aims to support PhD candidates who will conduct practice-oriented research, combining academic expertise with industrial innovation. The call offers a unique opportunity for Dutch research organizations and companies,…


Health Holland has officially launched the Industrial PhD Call 2025, inviting companies and research organizations to collaborate in advancing the Life Sciences & Health sector. This initiative aims to support PhD candidates who will conduct practice-oriented research, combining academic expertise with industrial innovation.

The call offers a unique opportunity for Dutch research organizations and companies, including SMEs and large corporations, to join forces and supervise PhD candidates working across both sectors. With a maximum subsidy of €400,000 per project, this program strengthens the Netherlands’ position as a global leader in scientific research and innovation.

Key Dates:

Pre-application deadline: May 20, 2025

Full application deadline: October 7, 2025

For more details on the application process, consortium requirements, and funding, visit the official page here:  https://www.health-holland.com/industrialPhD2025.


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