The Swiss 3R Competence Centre announces its 2025 3Rs Project Grant scheme, supporting innovative research that advances the replacement, reduction, and refinement of animal use in scientific procedures. This competitive grant scheme follows a two-stage application process and welcomes proposals across all areas of 3Rs research.
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Research projects advancing any aspect of the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement)
Project duration: 2-4 years
Maximum total funding: CHF 440,000.-
Expected number of projects funded: 3-4 project
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Principal Investigators must hold a position at an eligible research institution (at the indicated start of funding).
The PI is expected to hold a PhD in the relevant scientific discipline; however this is not a strict requirement.
Projects must demonstrate clear 3Rs impact potential
International collaborations are welcome, with the main applicant based in Switzerland
Expenses relevant to the success of the project can be requested
This includes the salary of the PI
Equipment costs are capped at CHF 20'000
Please refer to our funding regulations for details on eligibility and more
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Stage 1: Outline Application
Opening Date: January 2025
Deadline: March 5, 2025, 17:00 CET
Applications must be submitted through our online Grant Portal (funding.swiss3rcc.org).
The outline application includes:
Project summary
3Rs impact statement
Preliminary budget outline
Letters of support (if applicable)
Access the online application system: funding.swiss3rcc.org
Download an outline application template here (note that applications must be completed on our grant portal online)
Project information on currently funded projects can be found here
First-time applicants must register for the Grant Tracker account before starting their application. We recommend registering well in advance of the deadline.
Stage 2: Full Application
Opening Date: June 2025
Deadline: September 1, 2025, 17:00 CET
Requirements: (Only for successful outline applications)
Detailed research proposal
Full methodological approach
Comprehensive budget
Implementation strategy
Risk assessment
Detailed timeline
Outline Stage
Scientific Quality
Research excellence
Methodological rigor
3Rs Impact
Potential for implementation
Scale of impact
Addresses current challenges
Team Capability
Research track record
Required expertise
Project management capacity
Full Application Stage
Additional detailed criteria will be provided to successful outline applicants.
Outline Application Window: January - March 5, 2025
Outline Results Notification: May 2025
Full Application Window: June - September 1, 2025
Final Decision: December 2025
Project Start: February - April 2026
All applications must be submitted through [system name]
Registration required prior to submission
Technical support available at funding@swiss3rcc.org
Contact Information
For general queries about the Swiss 3RCC and its various funding schemes contact us at info@swiss3rcc.org
Notes for Applicants
Refer to our funding regulations in case of any doubt about the application process
Early registration in the submission system is strongly recommended
All deadlines are strictly enforced
Incomplete applications will not be considered
Questions should be submitted at least 5 working days before deadlines
All communication should be through the lead applicant address