mERCury is a network of National Contact Points (NPCs) of ERC programme
mERCury is a network of National Contact Points aiming to provide guidance, practical information and personalized support on all aspects of participation in the European Research Council (ERC) within Horizon Europe.
Our mission is to strengthen the support system for researchers and institutions between national contact points across Europe.
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Webinar recording: Towards an ERC Starting Grant: from promising idea to competitive proposal
You can now watch the full recording of “Towards an
ERC Starting Grant 2027 – key information
Essential information about the application process, including budget, project duration,
Towards an ERC Starting Grant: from promising idea to competitive proposal
Online workshop June 26th 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Brussels time The
Strengthening ERC participation: from policy to practice through support mechanisms
Online workshop in June 19th 2026. 10 – 13:30 (CET)
Events
Useful Links
Planning to apply for an ERC grant? We’ve gathered essential resources to support you throughout the process.
Training Materials
Preparing an ERC proposal? Here you will find key resources and guidance to support your application.
Evaluation Process
Getting ready for an ERC application? Explore our curated resources designed to help you succeed.