Publication of the new ERC Work Programme 2026

KoWi, as part of the NCP ERC, offers information and advice on the work programme and on all ERC funding lines.

Save the date: "Research in Europe" at the University of Augsburg on 25 September 2025

Are you planning your doctorate or postdoc phase? Looking for suitable funding opportunities? The info day provides a concise overview of funding opportunities available in Germany and in the EU.

Save the date: EU Kompakt I on 18-20 November 2025

Participants may expect essential knowledge about the structures, procedures, programme content, and funding instruments of Horizon Europe.

Reminder: registration for the ERC-CoG interview trainings starts on 9 July 2025

Interview candidates for the ERC CoG call 2025 will be supported in their interview preparation.

EIC-Board calls for Increased budget and strengthening of the Deep Tech sector

The EIC Board has published recommendations to reinforce Europe’s leadership in deep tech innovation.

New online platform with AI tools for researchers and industry

The EU Commission has launched an AI-on-Demand platform with new tools to support researchers and industry.

EU Commission seeks AI experts for scientific panel

This panel will support the implementation of the AI Act.

Opportunity to shape new Horizon Results Platform

As the EU Commission is steadily increasing its work to boost knowledge valorisation in Horizon Europe, there are now plans to create a single digital entry point for European innovators and investors.

ERC Starting and Consolidator Grant – Online info event of the German NCP ERC on calls under the ERC work programme 2026

Participants can expect an introduction to both funding lines with special regard to the already announced novelties concerning the proposal template.

Looking back at the 36rd KoWi Annual Conference in Hannover

We would like to thank all participants and look forward to welcoming you next year at the 37th KoWi Annual Conference at Leipzig University from 16 to 18 June 2026.