Handelsbanken Research foundations

We improve society through support for economic research

Handelsbanken Research Foundations aim to improve society by supporting social science research in business administration, economics, and economic history. We are the leading private funder of Swedish economic research.

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Granted grants 2024

SEK 265m

Researchers funded

+1200

Grants awarded since 1961

SEK 3.9bn

About the foundations

The Handelsbanken Research Foundations aim to improve society by supporting social science research in business administration, economics, and economic history. We are the largest private funder of Swedish economic research.

Applying

Applying for funding

Each foundation operates under its own statutes and has specific purposes. The application processes may vary, but generally follow the same core principles. The aim is to maintain the highest level of diligence when reviewing applications and following up on granted funding.

Autumn application operiod

10 August – 15 September

  • Extension of Browaldh Scholarships

  • Wallander Scholarships

  • Hedelius Scholarships

  • Research Exchange and Dissemination

Spring application period

1 December – 31 January

  • Browaldh Scholarships

  • Extension of Browaldh Scholarships

  • Research Exchange and Dissemination

  • Programs