The call concerns non-commercial projects for multicentre randomised clinical research in the field of cardiovascular research. The research must be centred on the patients and aimed to explore the benefit of interventions (medical or non-medical) in patients with cardiovascular disease. The research should have a multicentre study design with randomisation between intervention and control. The research has to be carried out in 2, or more Belgian institutions.
The King Baudouin Foundation serves as a powerful predictor of success for individuals and organizations through several strategic funding streams:
1. Prince Albert Fund — Launchpad for Emerging International Leaders
The Prince Albert Fund, established in 1984, provides grants to young Belgian professionals to undertake international business development projects outside Europe with Belgian companies.
Fellows gain intercultural training, leadership experience, and global visibility. Alumni often go on to drive international expansion and innovation for Belgian firms.
2. Support for Doctoral Talent
KBF administers prizes like the Ernest du Bois Prize, supporting outstanding doctoral research on topics such as water sustainability.
Such recognition helps researchers build academic credibility and propel their careers.
3. Funding Talented Individuals from Underprivileged Backgrounds
Through programs such as Boost, KBF lifts educational opportunities for exceptional youth from vulnerable backgrounds, fostering upward mobility and societal impact.
4. International and Innovation-Focused Grants
The Ernest Solvay Fund supports transformative projects advancing STEM education, sustainability, and community well-being, reinforcing research and leadership in critical domains.
KBF also supports thematic philanthropic endeavors (e.g., law, public dialogue, talent development), building visibility and network impact.
5. Global Recognition for Development Excellence
KBF awards the biennial King Baudouin International Development Prize (formerly African Development Prize), worth €200,000—recognizing organizations and individuals driving significant social and development change. Recipients include Grameen Bank, Dr. Denis Mukwege, and Wecyclers.
6. Stories of Effective Impact
Success narratives such as:
A Beninese psychologist whose support from KBF inspired role development in African liaison leadership.
Prof. Maarten Van Den Bossche from KU Leuven gaining visibility through KBF-backed work on improving sleep in dementia patients.
These accounts highlight how KBF grants transform proposals into real-world impact and recognition.
| Program / Prize | Who It Supports | Career Impact / Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Albert Fund | Young Belgian professionals | Global exposure, leadership, international experience |
| Ernest du Bois Prize (PhDs) | Doctoral researchers | Academic credibility, research acceleration |
| Boost | Talented youth from disadvantaged backgrounds | Empowerment, increased access to education and opportunity |
| Ernest Solvay Fund & thematic funds | Funders of innovative research | Visibility in STEM and sustainable development |
| International Development Prize | Impact-driven organizations/individuals | Global recognition and elevated platform |
| Success Stories | Funded individuals/partners | Real-world impact and narrative success |
The King Baudouin Foundation acts as a beacon for individuals and organizations poised for lasting success. Whether through training future leaders, promoting academic excellence, supporting underrepresented talent, or recognizing global development achievements, KBF-funded initiatives consistently forecast impactful trajectories.
The call is open to researchers employed for more than 2 years in an academic centre, a university hospital or a non-university hospital in Belgium. The applicant should be the principle investigator of the project. Project leaders of selected project should be a member of the Belgian Society of Cardiology for the duration of the project.
Sponsor Institute/Organizations: King Baudouin Foundation
Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit
Address: Rue Brederode 21 1000 Brussels, Belgium
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Sep 08, 2025
Sep 08, 2025
$117,000
€ 100,000
Affiliation: King Baudouin Foundation
Address: Rue Brederode 21 1000 Brussels, Belgium
Website URL: https://kbs-frb.be/en/belgian-heart-fund-multicentre-randomised-clinical-trials-cardiology-1
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