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Human Analogue Studies 2026
Funding for human spaceflight analogue research
Funding available
$ 300,000
Deadline
October 29, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $300,000 per project to support human analogue studies linked to human spaceflight risks. It funds research by eligible Canadian institutions and non-profit organizations selected through international partner competitions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Human subject analogue studies related to spaceflight risks
- Ground-based studies that support future ISS or space platform research
- Research on countermeasures for human spaceflight health risks
- Studies with potential benefits for health applications on Earth
Documents Needed
- The full proposal, with a completed original application form signed by the duly authorized representative.
- A copy of the document(s) confirming the legal name of the applicant; for not-for-profit organizations, an original or certified copy of their certificate of constitution, letters patent, or other constitutive documents.
- Letters from other funding contributors confirming the level of funding, if applicable; a letter from the PI for Canadian Co-Is associated with an international study; a letter of support from Co-Is; a letter of acknowledgement from a partner agency; and a copy of the complete application submitted to the International Partner, including a complete financial package justifying the total cost of the study, if applicable.
- The curriculum vitae of each member of the team and a Data Management Plan.
- A letter signed by the chairperson of the local Research Ethics Board regarding approval of the experimental protocol using human subjects; the Declaration on Confidentiality, Access to Information Act and Privacy Act form; and, for organizations in Quebec, the M-30 Supporting Documentation form.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian post-secondary institutions
- Canadian universities and colleges, including CEGEPs in Quebec
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations with a research mandate
Who is not eligible
- Postdoctoral fellows as principal investigators
- Individuals paid through someone else’s research grant as PI
- Canadian competition projects not selected through international partner competitions
- Private astronaut mission research projects
Eligible expenses
- Travel, accommodation, and meal allowances
- Equipment, materials, supplies, and data-related costs
- Consulting, laboratory analysis, translation, and communication services
- Student stipends, salaries, benefits, and training costs
- Eligible overhead and taxes net of rebates
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs related to non-Canadian Co-Is or non-Canadian PIs
- University faculty or college professor salaries
- Costs incurred before the funding agreement or after project completion
- Private astronaut mission research projects
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Quebec
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Alignment with CSA and Space Health & Life Sciences priorities
- Link to future space studies and countermeasures
- Benefits on Earth and relevance to Canadian health care
- Equity, diversity and inclusion measures
- Feasibility, risk management, and scientific merit review
How to apply
- Submit an account creation request using the Electronic Proposal Portal.
- Using the temporary password assigned by the CSA, log in to the secured portal to upload protected documents.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first screened for eligibility
- Eligible proposals are assessed against program evaluation criteria
- Applicants receive written decisions and selected projects are announced on the CSA website
- Successful applicants receive a grant agreement before funding is issued
- Payments are made only after the signed agreement requirements are met
Additional information
- Only one designated point of contact per organization per country is allowed, but multiple end-users can be added within the organization.
- Password recovery is available by entering the email associated with the account to receive a reset link.
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- Opera version 40 or later and Safari version 44 or later allow only one file to be uploaded at a time.
Contacts
Availability timeline
2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Human Analogue Studies 2026 Program
What is the Human Analogue Studies 2026?
This program provides up to $300,000 per project to support human analogue studies linked to human spaceflight risks. It funds research by eligible Canadian institutions and non-profit organizations selected through international partner competitions.
How much funding can be received?
Human Analogue Studies 2026 Funds up to $300,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is October 29, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Human Analogue Studies 2026 program?
To be eligible for the Human Analogue Studies 2026 program, you must:
Canadian institution or non-profit
Internationally selected project
Canadian PI, Co-PI, or Co-I
What expenses are eligible under Human Analogue Studies 2026?
Human subject analogue studies related to spaceflight risks
Ground-based studies that support future ISS or space platform research
Research on countermeasures for human spaceflight health risks
Studies with potential benefits for health applications on Earth
Who can I contact for more information about the Human Analogue Studies 2026?
You can contact Canadian Space Agency (CSA) by email at santespatiale-spacehealth@asc-csa.gc.ca.
Where is the Human Analogue Studies 2026 available?
The Human Analogue Studies 2026 program is available across Canada.