Senter for forskning på ekstremisme

This call funds the establishment of a centre for research on extremism, intended to secure updated knowledge about radicalisation and violent extremism in Norway. The centre is expected to carry out theoretical and empirical research addressing phenomena such as right-wing extremism and extreme Islamism, to collaborate across research institutions, to be integrated with higher education, and to disseminate knowledge to policymakers and practitioners. The call sits under the portfolio "Demokrati og global utvikling" (Democracy and global development).

The instrument is a grant. Only approved Norwegian research organisations may apply — the page states "Bare godkjente, norske forskningsorganisasjoner kan søke" (only approved Norwegian research organisations can apply).

The page states that a total of Kr 50 000 000 is available and that the maximum funding is Kr 50 000 000. The maximum project duration is 60 months, with a possibility of a further extension. Applications open on 12 August 2026, and the deadline is 23 September 2026 at 13:00 CEST.

The call page provides the full PDF call text together with templates for the project description, researcher CVs, and relevance. Questions are directed to the Research Council's contact form.