The European Union has been at the forefront of promoting gender equality plans (GEPs) in research organizations for over a decade. With the launch of Horizon Europe, it has now made GEPs a prerequisite for eligibility. As such, it has become crucial for institutions to adopt GEPs to receive funding for research and innovation projects.…
The document on SSH-flagged topics within Horizon Europe is prepared by TheNet4Society and provides valuable information for prospective applicants seeking funding opportunities within the program. The document offers a comprehensive list of topics with substantial SSH aspects, allowing researchers to easily identify relevant areas for their proposals. Interested parties from Kosovo seeking further information and…
This article provides valuable insights and guidance for researchers and organizations in Kosovo who are interested in applying for funding under Horizon Europe. By carefully following the tips and recommendations provided in this article, researchers and organisations in Kosovo can increase their chances of successfully securing funding under Horizon Europe. From familiarising themselves with the…
The European Commission has awarded 1,235 post-doctoral researchers funding to work at top universities, research centers, private and public organizations,s and small and medium-sized enterprises. The European Research Executive Agency (REA) received 7,044 applications for this call, 17.5% of which were selected for funding. Female applicants represent 43% of the awardees. Selected applicants represent nearly…
The December 2022 issue of the MSCA Newsletter has been released. The latest issue includes information on the following: The new MSCA Work Programme for 2023-2024 COFUND and Staff Exchanges 2022 calls Seal of Excellence scheme in Romania Funding scheme for MSCA alumni in Sweden MSCA Staff Exchanges Info Day recording MSCA-NET and MSCA Matchmaking…
This topic aims at supporting activities that are enabling or contributing to one or several impacts of destination 1 “Staying healthy in a rapidly changing society”. To that end, proposals under this topic should aim for delivering results that are directed at, tailored towards and contributing to all of the following expected outcomes: > Citizens…
. The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) are the European Union’s flagship funding programme to stimulate innovation, transfer knowledge, and boost researchers’ careers. During this info session, dedicated to the 2022 MSCA Staff Exchanges call for proposals, participants will receive key information on: The main features and impact of the Staff Exchanges Action. The application process…
MSCA NET organized two workshops in Bologna on the promotion and marketing, and evaluation procedure topics. NCPs from Associated and Partner Countries participated in these intensive and informative workshops. Experiences on promotional activities were shared and best practices were drawn. Furthermore, NCPs learned from evaluators about the evaluator perspective. Active learning exercises consisted of understanding…
KOSOVO NCP encourages those interested in capacity building for Horizon Europe Project Proposal Writing to consider the “Training of Researchers for Preparation of Applications and Implementing Projects in Horizon Europe” offered by RIINVEST INSTITUTE in the scope of the Policy Answers Project. Application for this call (10 working days training) can be accessed via this…
KOSOVO NCP encourages those who have applied to Horizon Europe to benefit from the HORIZON EUROPE PROPOSAL APPLICATION FUND offered by HERAS Plus. The main objective of this grant scheme is to stimulate cooperation and joint project proposals in the frame of Horizon Europe programme between R&I actors from the European Union (EU) and Kosovo.…
Kosovan researchers and management of higher education institutions had the opportunity to attend two info sessions, organized in cooperation with the European Research Executive Agency (REA). In the premises of the Ministry of Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation, the REA expert Amir Spahic presented two of the actions, namely Staff Exchanges and Doctoral Networks. During…
MSCA COFUND co-finances new or existing doctoral programmes and postdoctoral fellowship schemes with the aim of spreading the best practices of the MSCA including international, inter-sectoral and interdisciplinary research training, as well as international and cross-sectoral mobility of researchers at all stages of their career. MSCA COFUND provides complementary funding for doctoral or postdoctoral programmes…