ERC 2026: What’s New and How to Prepare

ERC 2026: What’s New and How to Prepare

by | 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...
Preparing the perfect ERC cocktail

Preparing the perfect ERC cocktail

by | 17/03/2025 | Grants

Whenever you take the step to start preparing an ERC application, surely you have already collected a lot of information on how to write a successful proposal from various sources. However, we have recently heard new interesting takes on how to conceptualise your...
How to prepare for your ERC interview

How to prepare for your ERC interview

by | 16/03/2025 | Grants

In this post, you will find how the ERC interview process works. You will also find 8 top tips for a great ERC interview. In general, ERC interviews have quite a reputation. For some applicants the experience can be nerve-wracking: you are evaluated by a panel of...
Don’t let these ERC rumours stop you from applying

Don’t let these ERC rumours stop you from applying

by | 15/03/2025 | Grants

In this post, we share with you 6 rumours that you might have heard about ERC grant applications. Make sure they do not stop you from applying! Rumour #1 You can only apply for an ERC grant if you are a highly accomplished scientist. This is not strictly true, and it...