You can now watch the full recording of “Towards an ERC Starting Grant: from promising idea to competitive proposal“, held online on 26 June as part of the mERCury network of National Contact Points (NCPs) for the European Research Council (ERC).
This webinar is designed for researchers considering an ERC Starting Grant application and provides practical guidance on developing a competitive proposal.
Leading ERC experts, successful grantees, and experienced panel members share valuable insights into what makes a proposal stand out and how applications are assessed.
The webinar covers:
What makes a research idea truly ERC-level and groundbreaking.
Experiences and advice from ERC Starting Grant recipients.
How ERC proposals are evaluated, including proposal structure, CV and track record.
The evaluation process from the perspective of ERC experts.
A panel discussion on scientific independence, proposal strengths, common weaknesses, and what reviewers look for.
Questions and answers from participants.
Whether you are preparing your first ERC Starting Grant proposal or exploring the programme for future calls, this recording offers practical advice to help you better understand ERC expectations and strengthen your application.
Watch the recording on YouTube below.