ERC Plus Grant - RGO webinar
What
The new funding scheme, ERC Plus Grants, is planned to support outstanding researchers from Europe and anywhere in the world with bold ideas and a vision for transformative research that goes beyond the scope of existing ERC programmes.
Who
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ERC grant schemes are open to researchers of any age and nationality, residing anywhere in the world at the time of application, and wishing to carry out their research in Host Institutions based in the EU or associated country.
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Scholars at all career stages can apply for an ERC Plus Grant if they have an outstanding record of scientific achievement at the forefront of their field. Their intellectual leadership will be evaluated in accordance with their career stage. A researcher will be allowed to hold only one ERC Plus Grant in their lifetime.
When
April 1, 2026 - 10:00-11:00
Where
Online
Further information
ERC Plus Grants are awarded for a minimum of up to seven years and the maximum grant size is €7 million. Every year, only some 30 ERC Plus Grants can be awarded across all fields and all career stages This level of competitiveness should be taken into account when considering whether to submit an application.