23 April 2026 12:49

Funding for your research

Danish Manufacturing Research Award – open for application, deadline 1 June 2026

A new national award of DKK 20,000 for PhDs and postdocs

The Danish Manufacturing Research Award, established by MADE (Manufacturing Academy of Denmark) and DI, recognises researchers who bridge the gap between academia and industry and create solutions ready for the shop floor.

Deadline for application: 1 June 2026.

The winner will be announced at the House of Industry in Copenhagen on 29. September 2026.

You are eligible if you:

  • Are a PhD graduate or postdoctoral researcher within manufacturing technology
  • Are affiliated with a Danish university or Danish industry
  • Have conducted a research project addressing a real industrial challenge
  • Are the primary contributor to the project

Both traditional and Industrial PhDs are eligible.

For further information and submission of application: Danish Manufacturing Research Award - MADE