Seminar - How to transform a research idea into an ERC project (2026)

Are you ready to take the NEXT steps towards transforming your research idea into an ERC project?

This workshop, of 2 days, is intended to applicants who have basic knowledge of ERC calls. Researchers who have already participated at our webinars addressing call-related information are welcome.

Learn how to develop a research idea that effectively addresses the objectives and evaluation criteria set forth by the ERC. Take part in our workshop that will enable you to go deep into topics such as Concept Development, Results & Impacts, CV & Panel selection, Feasibility of the approach and more.

To ensure the quality of this seminar a maximum number of 30 researchers will participate. First come/First served policy will apply.

Planning :

02/04/2026 

9:00-12:00
Introduction by Fostering Science
ERC in a nutshell
Concept Development
Outcomes & Impact

12:30-14:00
Interactive lunch with ERC grantees

14:00-17:00
Experience feedback from ERC grantees
CV & Panel selection
Answering remaining questions

03/04/2026 

 9:00-12:00
Feasibility of the scientific approach
Roadmap built by PI for the next steps 
Wrapping and Conclusions

12:30-14:00
Interactive lunch

14:00-16:00
Focus on research idea
How to translate ERC objectives, evaluation criteria & writing instructions into a winning project?
 

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