The ERC Plus Grant, introduced in the 2026 Work Programme, represents a new level of ambition in frontier research funding. Designed to support projects that go beyond the scope of traditional ERC grants, it targets ideas that aim to reshape entire research fields. In this article, we break down what the ERC Plus Grant is,...
Future Needs is organising an open workshop as part of Airspace World 2026, taking place in Lisbon on May 27. Participation is free, but registration is required. Register your interest here Picture drones navigating your city, delivering parcels, supporting emergency services, and reducing traffic congestion. It sounds compelling. But would you embrace it?...
The aviation sector is entering a defining moment. Demand is rising, capacity is stretched, and the environmental and social pressures are impossible to ignore. Climate impact, air quality concerns, noise, and public-health implications all demand faster, smarter action. At the same time, the emergence of innovative air mobility (ΙΑΜ) is creating a whole new world...
What changed in the 2026–2027 Work Programme? In our previous articles, we explained two core gender-related requirements in Horizon Europe proposals: Part A: the Gender Equality Plan (GEP) eligibility criterion Part B: the integration of the gender dimension into research and innovation content With the 2026–2027 Work Programme, the European Commission did not introduce...
Future Needs invites healthcare stakeholders across Europe to join upcoming activities focused on healthcare innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange. Healthcare providers, researchers, innovators, educators, policymakers, and NGOs are encouraged to express their interest and become part of a growing community shaping the future of healthcare through EU-funded initiatives. Why join the community? Access EU research...
With the publication of the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2026–2027 (HaDEA), attention across the research and innovation community has predictably shifted to submission deadlines. The calendar quickly fills: major calls cluster in April and September, with additional opportunities appearing in February and October, depending on the cluster and instrument. On paper, this creates a reassuring...
A comprehensive guide to preparing KA2 Cooperation Partnership proposals under the lump-sum funding model – what changes, what stays the same? This handbook answers the most common and critical questions applicants face when preparing KA2 – Partnerships for Cooperation proposals under the lump-sum funding model, introduced for KA2 projects in 2021. It is designed to...
The European Commission has released a revised Standard Application Form (Version 5.0) for Horizon Europe proposals as part of its ongoing simplification agenda. The updated templates apply to Research and Innovation Actions (RIA), Innovation Actions (IA), and Coordination and Support Actions (CSA) under the 2026–2027 Work Programme. This article provides a short, authoritative reference for...
Grant Agreement Preparation (GAP) often starts with a sense of relief. The proposal has passed evaluation, the invitation has arrived, and the project feels secure. This is also the point where projects begin to lose time and room to manoeuvre. GAP compresses legal, financial, and technical decisions into a short window. During this phase, the...
If you’re exploring funding opportunities under Horizon Europe, the European Commission is once again running a series of Info Days across January–March 2026, each dedicated to a specific cluster or programme area. Sessions will be live-streamed, so you can follow along from anywhere. These events help potential applicants and other R&I stakeholders understand what’s coming...
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