LEO Foundation — Strategic Research Grants 2026
LEO Foundation · Denmark
Overview
LEO Foundation’s Strategic Research Grants are multi-year, large-scale awards for biomedical research focused on skin diseases, dermatological conditions, and skin biology. This is distinct from the LEO Serendipity Grants (exploratory; May 21 deadline): these are hypothesis-driven, multi-year strategic projects. LEO funds international applications with strong scientific foundations in dermatology and adjacent biomedical fields.
Eligibility
Open to researchers worldwide at universities or research institutes. Requires a PI with a track record in dermatology, skin biology, or closely adjacent biomedical disciplines. International collaborations welcomed.
Priority areas
Biomedical research focused on skin diseases, dermatological conditions, and skin biology.
How to apply
Via the LEO Foundation online portal. Full proposal required; check the 2026 call documentation for page limits, budget templates, and eligibility criteria.
Application & forms on the funder's page