Research Innovation Call
Solution focused collaborative projects
BiOrbic is Ireland’s national bioeconomy research centre, supported by Research Ireland. Our vision is for the bioeconomy to become a cornerstone of national and global economies, fostering sustainable regeneration, resilience and
a just future, supporting the planet, communities and industries to thrive.
For collaborative industry research projects, the costs are shared. Projects are structured in a co-funded model saving up to 50% on industry costs.
Project duration can be from 10 months to 4 years, with 12 – 18 months being common for projects with a postdoctoral researcher, and 4 years common for projects with a PhD researcher.
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Small Projects
10–12 months
Medium Projects
1–3 years
Large Projects
2–4 years
Collaboration Opportunity
This call for collaboration is open for joint expressions of interest from researchers and industry partners to drive innovation through collaborative research projects.
Ireland’s bioeconomy has grown rapidly over the past decade with increased innovation and economic transformation. Through BiOrbic Ireland’s leading researchers are working with industry to address industry specific, sector specific and wider sustainability challenges. This call for collaboration provides a catalyst to accelerate that transformation.
Deadline
31 October 2025
Deadline extended due to demand
Accepting Expressions of Interest
Projects with real impact.
All projects will sit within one of BiOrbic’s 15 bioeconomy research Challenges
Project Focus
All projects will be focused on bioeconomy innovation.
Sectoral focus
Eligible projects must align and support key bioeconomy challenge areas.
Collaboration Portal
Collaboration Expression of Interest Requirements
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I have a project that aligns with BiOrbic’s challenges to advance the bioeconomy.
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I am an eligible researcher
This call is open to joint expressions of interest from researchers and companies.
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I am an eligible company
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Brief FAQ
An overview of the most important questions and eligibility criteria can be found below.
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Further Questions?
For any further questions or technical issues please contact us by email.
Innovation Call for Collaboration
Timeline
Open
September 10th
Deadline
October 31st – Extended due to demand
Expressions of Interest
Submit an expression of interest
Follow up
2 – 4 weeks
Fine-tune project plans and budget
Sign Collaborative Research Agreement
All collaborative project teams will be required to sign a collaborative research agreement (between partner institution and industry partner).
Project Start
Gain a competitive edge through research collaboration with Ireland’s national bioeconomy research centre.
f.a.q.
What is the eligibility criteria for projects?
Projects must align with at least one of BiOrbic’s challenges to advance the bioeconomy.
Projects must include an eligible researcher from a BiOrbic partner institution together with an eligible industry partner.
What is an eligible industry partner?
Defined as an entity that is engaged in an “economic activity” (offering a good or service on a market) regardless of its legal status or the way that it is financed.
Can I submit more than one expression of interest?
Yes, organisations may submit multiple expressions of interests if they are for distinct projects.
When will I be notified of the outcome?
Expressions of interest are accepted from September 10th until October 31st 2025. All collaborative teams will be contacted within 2-4 weeks of the call for collaboration closing.
If I am successful in my expression of interest, what are the next steps?
Expression of interest teams will be required to sign a collaborative research agreement (between partner institution and industry partner).