by Laura Martin | 01/04/2026 | Grants
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 scheme was presented by ERC executives, led by María Leptin, then...
by Marc Font | 29/01/2026 | Scientific writing
Scientific progress is increasingly measured not only by discovery but by its ability to translate into tangible benefits for society. Over recent years, research and innovation have steadily moved closer to real-world application, addressing complex challenges in...
by Laura Martin | 14/01/2026 | Grants
What is the EIC Pathfinder funding scheme? The EIC Pathfinder funds research that develops the scientific foundations of breakthrough technologies. The focus is on the early stages of scientific, technological, or deep-tech R&D, with the aim of building new...
by Laura Martin | 14/01/2026 | Grants
What is the EIC Pathfinder funding scheme? The EIC Pathfinder funds research that develops the scientific foundations of breakthrough technologies. The focus is on the early stages of scientific, technological, or deep-tech R&D, with the aim of building new...
by Laura Martin | 24/07/2025 | Grants
Applying for an ERC Starting, Consolidator, Advanced, or Synergy Grant in 2026? In that case, read this first. The ERC Work Programme 2026 brings several significant changes. Specifically, it introduces a new proposal structure, updated eligibility rules, and...
