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ERC Plus Grant: What You Need to Know
In May 2025, the European Commission's President, Úrsula von der Layen, announced the ERC Plus Grants scheme, within the 'Choose Europe' initiative. Last December 2025, this new...
How LLMs Transform Scientific Production: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Sides
A recent study published in Science offers one of the most comprehensive looks at how large language models (LLMs) are...
Hot Science Topics for 2026: From Innovation to Real-World Impact
Scientific progress is increasingly measured not only by discovery but by its ability to translate into tangible...
Cracking the “la Caixa” Junior Leader Interview
Reaching the la Caixa Junior Leader interview means you are already among the top candidates in your field. This article breaks down the interview format, evaluation criteria, and key insights from evaluators to help you turn a strong application into a successful final outcome.
EIC Pathfinder Challenges 2026: The 3 Topics
We guide you through the logic of the Challenges, explain eligibility rules and evaluation criteria, and show how to design a project that fits a challenge-driven call while retaining genuine breakthrough potential. We also provide a detailed overview of the 2026 Challenges, including their scope, deadlines, and practical guidance on the application forms.