Towards an ERC Advanced Grant: from groundbreaking idea to successful proposal
April 29 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Online workshop – Save the date: April 29, 2026
mERCury, the network of National Contact Points (NCPs) for the European Research Council (ERC), is organising an online event for researchers interested in the Advanced Grant.
The event will guide participants from shaping a truly “groundbreaking” idea to understanding the evaluation process of the European Research Council (ERC).
Programme highlights
- Offers insights into the ERC’s approach to frontier research.
- Includes a dedicated session on the evaluation process.
- Features testimonials from Advanced grantees across:
- Social Sciences and Humanities
- Physical Sciences and Engineering, and
- Life Sciences domains
- ERC Scientific Officers and ERC Panel Members will also participate and contribute.
Registration is open until 25 April 2026
A valuable opportunity to better align your proposal with ERC expectations!