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Published on 21 January 2025

BRIDGE Proof of Concept call for projects

The BRIDGE Proof of Concept call for projects is aimed at young researchers who are hoping to transform the results of their research into practical applications. This support offer provides financial support for a period of 12 months, covering the salary and costs directly associated with implementation of the project, up to a maximum of CHF 130,000 per year. Applicants must have recently graduated from university and be affiliated with a Swiss research institution.

BRIDGE Proof of Concept call for projects

BRIDGE is a joint initiative between Innosuisse and the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF). The programme offers two support offers for researchers in Switzerland.

Submission deadlines:

  • 3 March 2025
  • 16 June 2025
  • 15 September 2025
  • 1 December 2025

More information:

More information, including the criteria to be met as well as the application process, can be found on the call for projects page.

Further information:

Innosuisse supports young researchers through the BRIDGE support offer

BRIDGE projects

As a researcher, whether young or experienced, transform the results of your research into innovative products and services. BRIDGE is a joint programme of Innosuisse and the Swiss National Science Foundation.

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