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Human Analogue Studies 2026
Funding for human spaceflight analogue research
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Funding available
$ 300,000
Deadline
Unspecified
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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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
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
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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Contacts
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.
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.
Is the Human Analogue Studies 2026 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Human Analogue Studies 2026 is a Grant and Funding