ERC overview and basics

6 min read Risk is probably the most important aspect of ERC. Unfortunately, it also happens to be the most elusive one. Many researchers often wonder what high-risk research means and how to express it in their application. Consequently, they struggle to assess whether their project entails the level and type of risk Read more…

2 min read The ERC Synergy Grant (SyG) was reintroduced in the 2018 ERC work program. Based on the work program and our past experience in the previous rounds of the ERC Synergy Grant in 2012 and 2013, this is what you should know about this unique grant: The concept ERC Synergy Grant (SyG) Read more…

2 min read It is summertime and the ERC AdG (Advanced Grant) deadline is fast approaching. Many ERC AdG applicants are distinguished and excellent researchers proposing excellent science. Still – there are a few critical points which are often more challenging when it comes to AdG applications compared to ERC Consolidator Grant (CoG) Read more…

4 min read Now that the ERC 2018 Advanced Grant deadline is behind us, it is important for us to highlight and share some of the lessons learnt. This is because our ongoing efforts is to learn from past deadlines, track significant trends, and report on them. In this way – future applicants, Read more…

2 min read Shall I apply to ERC as CoG or AdG? Researchers in the upper limit of the CoG eligibility window, tend to ask the following question: “Shall I apply as CoG now or as AdG next year?”. Just as a reminder – The eligibility window for Consolidator (CoG) applicants is 7 Read more…

2 min read When it comes to ERC, a prior screening process (by Research Managers and Administrators) or self-assessment (by the PI) of potential applicants is highly recommended. Indeed, there is a positive correlation between an efficient screening process and better success rates. The process of self-assessment or candidate screening can be challenging and Read more…

2 min read ERC for Social sciences and Humanities (SH) is an incredible opportunity. Unfortunately, most Social sciences and Humanities (SH) researchers are choosing not to apply for ERC grants for all the wrong reasons. Contrary to common belief, Social Sciences and Humanities (SH) disciplines have much to offer for advancing science and Read more…

3 min read ERC is Europe’s most prestigious research grant, supporting excellent researchers in carrying out ground-breaking, high-risk, high-gain, frontier research projects. When a researcher applies for an ERC grant – whether Starting, Consolidator or Advanced funding schemes – it is important to adjust the proposal to the unique ERC requirements. This can Read more…