Türkiye and Spain Launch Joint R&D Project Call
The bilateral initiative supports market-oriented industrial research projects between companies in both nations.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Remote Work
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TÜBİTAK has opened a bilateral R&D project call aimed at fostering cooperation between Türkiye and Spain through the EUREKA Network. The initiative supports industrial activities with commercialization potential across all thematic areas.
Why it matters
This program aims to strengthen international ties and facilitate joint industrial advancements by leveraging expertise from both Turkish and Spanish firms. By requiring market-oriented project designs, the call ensures that resulting research has clear pathways to commercial application.
Projects must adhere to the regulations of the TÜBİTAK 1509 International Industrial R&D Projects Support Programme. All applications require collaboration between at least one Turkish company and one Spanish partner.
The players
TÜBİTAK
The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye is a government agency that supports research and development through various funding programs.
EUREKA Network
This is an international intergovernmental organization that provides a platform for market-driven industrial R&D projects involving partners from multiple countries.
The details
Applicants must be capital companies, while universities and research institutes are permitted to participate only as service providers. The two-stage submission process requires participants to complete an online EUREKA application alongside a national submission.
Timeline
The international project call opened on October 21, 2026.
The international call is scheduled to close on March 3, 2027.
Market Landscape
This bilateral call mirrors ongoing efforts to integrate regional industrial research into the broader EUREKA Network ecosystem. It positions participating companies to leverage cross-border resources to gain a competitive edge in international markets.
Companies in Türkiye looking to engage in international partnerships should prepare their preliminary documentation for the two-stage application process. Potential applicants should monitor their email for specific national submission dates from TÜBİTAK.
The takeaway
Businesses interested in international R&D should ensure their project proposals demonstrate clear commercial viability to qualify for support. Organizations are encouraged to identify Spanish collaborators early to navigate the two-stage application process effectively.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Scientific And Technological Research Council.
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