10 Sep 2026
ERC receives 198 proposals for new funding scheme
The ERC has received 198 project proposals for its new funding scheme 'ERC Plus Grants'. The competition, the first of its kind, closed for applications on 2 September 2026. The new funding scheme is designed for 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. The call is part of the ERC Work Programme for 2026 with €210 million earmarked for ERC Plus Grants.
The ERC is now starting the evaluation of the proposals. The selected projects are expected to be announced in spring 2027.
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