Tuesday, 24. March 2026
Digital Health Austria: New FZÖ funding initiative from FFG, aws and LBG to launch in 2026
Funding info
The "Digital Health Austria" initiative starts in 2026 and promotes digital innovations in the healthcare sector with a focus on concrete benefits for patients and care. It is being implemented jointly by FFG, aws and the Ludwig Boltzmann Gesellschaft. Two funding streams are planned: large flagship projects from June 2026 and explorative Ideas Labs from 2027. The focus is on interdisciplinary solutions with a high impact, especially for structurally weak regions. The aim is to sustainably improve the healthcare system through digital approaches.
Support from the KL Research Service
- Strategic advice on the project application and any issues relating to your research project
- Searching for suitable cooperation partners
- Assistance with developing your ideas and proposal checking
- Assistance with meeting the requirements of the funding guidelines and internal KL guidelines
- Administrative support with obtaining approval for research projects from the KL rector’s office
If you intend to submit a proposal, please contact the Research Management Unit as soon as possible, at least 2 weeks before the deadline.