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 

9:00-12:30

Introduction by Fostering Science
ERC in a nutshell by Mette Skraastad (Yellow research)

Workshop

• Main Research question
• Context / Gaps of knowledge
• Main scientific objectives
• High risk/high gain 

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

14:00-17:00

Scientific approach 

• Methodology in details and novel and unconventional aspects
• Feasibility analysis: preliminary results / risk mitigation and contingency plans
• Outcomes and impact analysis in view of the project goals 

03/04/2026 

 9:00-11:30
Silent reading of ERC proposals
11:30-12:30
Roundtable: Open discussion on ERC evaluation criteria with ERC grantees and panel members

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

14:00-15:30
CV / Track record and Roadmap for the next steps 
15:30-16:00
Wrapping and Conclusions 

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