The Danish Diabetes and Endocrine Academy (DDEA) invites applications for up to three 2/3-financed Industrial PhD Scholarships of 1,100,000 DKK each, covering salary and tuition fees for two years during the three-year PhD period.
🗓️ When is the Application Deadline:
20 August 2025 at 23:59 CET
🎓 Tell Me About The Award:
The Danish Diabetes and Endocrine Academy (DDEA) offers up to three 2/3-financed Industrial PhD Scholarships, each valued at DKK 1,100,000 (~€147,000 / ~$159,000). These scholarships support collaborative research projects in diabetes, metabolism, or endocrinology, linking academic research with life-science industry innovation in Denmark.
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🔬 Which Fields are Eligible?
- Diabetes
- Metabolism
- Endocrinology
📌 Type:
PhD Scholarship | 2/3 Co-Financed | Industrial Collaboration
🌍 Who can Apply?
- Must hold a Master’s degree from a Danish or equivalent foreign university by the application deadline
- Must NOT be enrolled in a PhD program as of 26 November 2025
- Must submit a research proposal showcasing academic–industry collaboration
- The principal supervisor must be a professor or associate professor at a Danish university
- Co-supervisor from the life-science industry is encouraged
✅ How are Applicants Selected?
Applications are reviewed based on how well they address:
- International collaboration
- Interdisciplinary integration
- Cross-sector collaboration
- Patient and/or public involvement (PPI)
Shortlisted candidates are assessed on the project’s academic merit and collaborative impact.
🌐 Which Countries Are Eligible?
Open to candidates of all nationalities with eligible academic backgrounds.
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📍 Where will the Award be Taken?
At a Danish university in collaboration with a life-science industry partner in Denmark.
🎯 How Many Awards?
Up to three (3) scholarships are available for 2025
💸 What is the Benefit of the Award?
- DKK 1,100,000 in total funding
- Covers two years of salary and tuition during a three-year PhD
- The remaining one-third of funding provided by an industry partner
⏳ How Long Will the Award Last?
Three years, with DDEA funding for two years
How to Apply:
- Prepare a detailed project proposal showing collaboration between a Danish university and a life-science company
- Confirm eligibility of your Master’s degree and supervisory team
- Apply via the official DDEA application portal
🔗 Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
👉 https://ddeacademy.dk/grantlist/industrial-phd-scholarships-2025/
