ERC001 — European Research Council (ERC): Funding Opportunities

Main Organizer: Dr. Georgios Symeonidis (European Research Council Executive Agency (ERCEA), Greece)

Date & Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 — 17:00–18:30

Location: ICM – Room 50 (Seeblick)

Event Overview

Learn about funding opportunities offered by the European Research Council (ERC). This session will provide an overview of ERC grant schemes, eligibility criteria, application tips and timelines. Dr. Symeonidis will present practical guidance for preparing competitive proposals, followed by a Q&A for specific queries.

Who should attend

• Principal investigators and research group leaders
• Postdoctoral researchers planning independent projects
• Research administrators and grant officers

Bring your questions — a valuable opportunity to clarify application details and improve your chance of success with ERC funding.