The Go/No-Go service includes the following aspects for all grant schemes:
Our “Go/No-Go” service is our unique screening process which assists in evaluating whether the project’s concept is in line with the requirements and expectations of the targeted grant.
Before heading out on the meticulous process of preparing the grant application – a proper and focused review of project’s ideas will save time, effort, and the potential frustration in preparing a project proposal with low chances of success.
The Go/No Go evaluation will assess the profile of the applicants on one hand, and the project idea on the other hand.
The feedback that we provide is qualitative constructive feedback, based on our experience. This feedback can either help you make a decision on the next steps or point you to the aspects you can strengthen in your application, should you choose to apply.
We may provide a ‘No-Go’ feedback in cases where we recognize critical “show-stoppers”. Such critical “show-stoppers” can be either in regards to the applicants’ profile or the project idea. In such cases, we may recommend not to apply.
Learn how this service applies to each unique grant:
ERC Go/No-Go service
ERC is highly competitive and has a list of unique requirements and “unwritten” rules that should be followed to ensure your proposal is successful. During the evaluation process, the team will review the following important aspects of your potential project and proposal:
Academic CV and Track record:
ERC is looking to fund investigator-driven projects that are lead by creative and independent researchers with an outstanding track record. In order to make sure your CV and track record is up to par for ERC standards, we will review your profile from an ERC point of view and help you identify your weak and strong points. If applicable, we will also comment on any relevant eligibility issues or any errors that may lead to technical rejection.
Research Project:
We will review the following items –
- Research idea and its novel aspects
- Hypothesis or new approach of your project
- High-risk & high-gain aspects of your research proposal
- And the interlinks between the above
The outcome of this evaluation will enable you to reach one very important conclusion about your research project at this point in time: is the project a go or no-go?
If you would like to have your project evaluated in the form of “Go/No-Go” simply contact us below.
Horizon Europe Collaborative Projects Go/No-Go service
Horizon Europe Collaborative Projects brings together research and innovation while putting a strong emphasis on excellent science, industrial leadership, and tackling societal challenges. Winning a Horizon Europe grant is no easy task, and the preparation process requires understanding the fine details of what this funding scheme is looking for.
During this free screening process, we will evaluate the compatibility of the project’s concept in light of the relevant topic and project requirements. As well, we will screen for any relevant eligibility issues or errors that may lead to technical rejection.
The Horizon Europe free-of-charge Go/No-Go service also applies to the EIC Pathfinder Challenges, Transition Challenges, and Accelerator Challenges & the Clinical Trials variants of this funding scheme.
If you would like to have your project evaluated in the form of “Go/No-Go” simply contact us below.
MSCA Go/No-Go service
The free MSCA “Go/No-Go” service is in line with the distinct aspects of each MSCA grant, and serves as an initial “screening process”. We will alert in case we detect any show-stopper or major issues with the presented CV and project, to allow readjustments for a competitive proposal.
This free Go/No-Go service is relevant to the following types of MSCA grants:
- Doctoral Networks (DN)
- Post-doctoral fellowships (PF): support for experienced researchers undertaking mobility between countries
During the evaluation process, the Enspire Science team will cover and review the following aspects of your potential project:
DN: Eligibility check for all participating organisations; Assessing the project’s suitability for the DN key evaluation criteria (namely novelty, training and supervision).
PF: Researcher’s eligibility check; Assessing the researcher’s profile based on the MSCA evaluation criteria; Assessing the project’s suitability for the PF fellowship (based on novelty, mobility, training and career development prospects).
The feedback provided will enable you to reach one very important conclusion about your research project at this point in time: is the project a go or no-go?
If you would like to have your project evaluated in the form of “Go/No-Go” simply contact us below.
EIC Go/No-Go service
EIC Pathfinder Open free Go/No-Go service:
If you are considering to apply to the EIC Pathfinder (previously FET-Open) funding scheme (under the Horizon Europe programme), our dedicated review will assess/ensure the proposal addresses the following distinct EIC Pathfinder features, in addition to the regular features of Horizon Europe collaborative projects:
- Radical vision – expressing fundamentally uncharted lines of technology
- Breakthrough technological target – an identified science-to-technology breakthrough
- Ambitious interdisciplinary research – a heterogenous consortium which extends past your discipline to elevate your ambitious research project
If you would like to have your project evaluated in the form of “Go/No-Go” simply contact us below.
If you are looking for ongoing assistance throughout the entire grant writing process, check out our Deep Dive service.
Please refer to our Timeline & Deadline Policies to learn about the best time to start and our deadline for accepting new applications.
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