{"id":18286,"date":"2026-06-17T08:52:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T07:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/?p=18286"},"modified":"2026-06-17T08:52:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T07:52:00","slug":"international-research-funding-circular-12-june-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/2026\/06\/17\/international-research-funding-circular-12-june-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"International Research funding Circular -12 June 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Please see the latest European and International research funding information, event and opportunity updates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"x_MsoNormal\">\n<hr align=\"left\" size=\"1\" width=\"100%\" \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><u>\u00a0<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><u>News<\/u><\/b><b><u><\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><u>\u00a0<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>1. NEW:\u00a0<\/b><b>Event Report on \u201cR&amp;I in the next EU budget: Investing in Europe\u2019s Prosperity and Competitiveness\u201d, co-organised by the Coimbra Group:\u00a0<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.coimbra-group.eu\/more-funding-for-ri-needed-in-the-next-eu-budget\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.coimbra-group.eu%2Fmore-funding-for-ri-needed-in-the-next-eu-budget%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506705652%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2Fmrls9zX1RQNyfLvcBHktVnypm1aQp2cpcYA0auBRcc%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">https:\/\/www.coimbra-group.eu\/more-funding-for-ri-needed-in-the-next-eu-budget\/<\/a><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The event gathered together different voices from across the R&amp;I landscape to demonstrate strong alignment around a key message:\u00a0<b>FP10 needs a high and ambitious budget<\/b>\u00a0to create a collaborative R&amp;I framework that will help Europe strengthen its competitiveness and prosperity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>2. NEW:\u00a0<\/b><b>Draft Horizon Europe Work Programme Part With New Horizontal Activities Now Published:\u00a0<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.ukro.ac.uk\/news\/draft-work-programme-for-horizontal-bridging-actions-now-published\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ukro.ac.uk%2Fnews%2Fdraft-work-programme-for-horizontal-bridging-actions-now-published%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506728530%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=KXhtOxfKcQf4yQ%2B2Uy4vrWSwA3%2BX1lfzgYurg8Q0v1A%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"1\">https:\/\/www.ukro.ac.uk\/news\/draft-work-programme-for-horizontal-bridging-actions-now-published\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The European Commission has published the\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/ec.europa.eu\/transparency\/comitology-register\/screen\/documents\/114172\/3. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fec.europa.eu%2Ftransparency%2Fcomitology-register%2Fscreen%2Fdocuments%2F114172%2F3&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506739463%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=lH8GbTaO5ApApeh%2B%2FHi%2FV1vL%2BHCRbPdrMYZoeYQCKKw%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"2\">draft Horizon Europe Work Programme part for \u2018Horizontal Activities\u2019<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 which includes new calls for proposals \u2013 on its Comitology Register. These new funding opportunities include calls on Biodiversity and Bridging Actions, and\u00a0are in addition\u00a0to existing calls in the\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/funding\/funding-opportunities\/funding-programmes-and-open-calls\/horizon-europe\/horizon-europe-work-programmes_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Ffunding%2Ffunding-opportunities%2Ffunding-programmes-and-open-calls%2Fhorizon-europe%2Fhorizon-europe-work-programmes_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506749944%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=HxAyB9PDT77xUEGvXedfOpzAmFK7O%2F80OEe7vatFlYA%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"3\">2026-27 Work Programme<\/a>\u00a0published in December 2025.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><u>\u00a0<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><u>Events<\/u><\/b><b><u><\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>3. REMINDER:\u00a0<\/b><b>MSCA Doctoral Networks (DN) Workshop 2-Thursday 25 June 2026, 13:00\u201314:30,\u00a0 PGR Learning Lab (HDB.6.19)<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Researchers planning to apply to the MSCA Doctoral Networks are invited to attend this practical workshop, which will provide a step-by-step walkthrough of the proposal. The session will guide participants through the structure and key sections, offering useful insights for preparing a strong submission. To register your interest, please email\u00a0<a title=\"mailto:Jarlath.mckenna@newcastle.ac.uk\" href=\"mailto:Jarlath.mckenna@newcastle.ac.uk\" data-linkindex=\"4\">Jarlath.mckenna@newcastle.ac.uk<\/a>\u00a0 indicating your wish to attend.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p><b>4. NEW:\u00a0<\/b><b>FMS Horizon Europe Symposium 2026, Date: Thursday 9th July, Dame Margaret Barbour Building, 3.17, (10.00-12:30)<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Interested in European funding for research and innovation? Join us at the FMS Horizon Europe Symposium to explore collaborative funding opportunities. The event will provide an overview of Horizon Europe, how to identify and interpret relevant call topics, and build effective EU partnerships. You will also hear first-hand from colleagues with experience of Horizon Europe projects during a panel discussion, sharing insights on working in consortia, delivering impact, and lessons learned. The session will be followed by lunch and a chance to network.\u00a0 Please register your attendance using this\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=yRJQnBa2wkSpF2aBT74-h3XL--ohL39EtoAoDeTG0axUMTZLNFNWOUpYRFBHQlFPNUEwWFBYRElJOS4u&amp;route=shorturl. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fpages%2Fresponsepage.aspx%3Fid%3DyRJQnBa2wkSpF2aBT74-h3XL--ohL39EtoAoDeTG0axUMTZLNFNWOUpYRFBHQlFPNUEwWFBYRElJOS4u%26route%3Dshorturl&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506760568%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=d1%2B9h2VBQ8qYiOZmApMBPwD6HA810cfKb3nVsXBOfl8%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"5\">form<\/a>\u00a0so we can manage numbers and share follow-up materials and information. Full agenda available on the\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/forms.office.com\/e\/05F4Mc4yKZ. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fe%2F05F4Mc4yKZ&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506770810%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=bNn5zH%2Bs87QEXDeUup12ZAzbclvcG65f5fNLUS%2F0wik%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"6\">registration form<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>5. Getting Started with COST Actions, Tuesday 14th July, 12:00-13:00, Online,\u00a0<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.cost.eu\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cost.eu%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506781106%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=OfRvAuD4H1Gec9PRGMZ5g34EbIOJnb329X9TA6qZIYU%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"7\">https:\/\/www.cost.eu\/<\/a><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Join us for a one-hour online session exploring COST Action networking grants and how they can help researchers, especially early career, build international networks and get started with European funding. The session will include input from the UK Representative on the COST Scientific Committee, along with short talks from academics sharing their experiences of taking part in COST Actions. This session is aimed at researchers who are interested in developing international collaborations and future funding opportunities. Full agenda on the\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/forms.office.com\/e\/67UtPSUcUL. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fe%2F67UtPSUcUL&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506790991%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=HARLa3LdUWkNFMGigjnS4WadmAWnyYb8y0eF7%2B9fP18%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"8\">registration form<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>6. The British Academy, Social Sciences and Humanities in Horizon Europe Pillar 2 Workshop, Tuesday 30<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0June, In-person or online (places limited):<\/b>\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/social-sciences-and-humanities-opportunities-in-horizon-europe-pillar-2-tickets-1990447377688?aff=oddtdtcreator. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.co.uk%2Fe%2Fsocial-sciences-and-humanities-opportunities-in-horizon-europe-pillar-2-tickets-1990447377688%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506801198%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=au2ePhXOUWs4bqngmnlts90ErA15QL2CEKd%2B1Q%2FOP%2BU%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"9\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/social-sciences-and-humanities-opportunities-in-horizon-europe-pillar-2-tickets-1990447377688?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The British Academy will host a one-day workshop on 30 June 2026 for UK-based social sciences and humanities (SSH) researchers interested in Horizon Europe Pillar 2 opportunities under the 2026\u201327 Work Programme. The session will explore how SSH expertise contributes across Pillar 2 clusters, with input from the European Commission (DG RTD) and stakeholders on building competitive proposals and navigating the programme. Open to researchers and research support staff, the workshop can be attended in person or online (places limited). Registration closes\u00a0<b>29 June 2026.<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>7. June Free Webinar Week: Practical Insights for EU-Funded Projects, 22\u201326 June, 11:00 CES:\u00a0<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/freewebinars.europamediatrainings.com\/2026-june-free-webinars?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=June%20Free%20Webinar%20Week:%20Practical%20Insights%20for%20EU-Funded%20Projects&amp;utm_campaign=EMTNL20260602. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffreewebinars.europamediatrainings.com%2F2026-june-free-webinars%3Futm_source%3DActiveCampaign%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_content%3DJune%2520Free%2520Webinar%2520Week%3A%2520Practical%2520Insights%2520for%2520EU-Funded%2520Projects%26utm_campaign%3DEMTNL20260602&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506810937%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=u94KbrXGs4MMd52v2hKw9HtvY9Qf74hKX2YABry%2BzdA%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"10\">https:\/\/freewebinars.europamediatrainings.com\/2026-june-free-webinars?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=June%20Free%20Webinar%20Week:%20Practical%20Insights%20for%20EU-Funded%20Projects&amp;utm_campaign=EMTNL20260602<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Europa Media have prepared a special week of free live webinars where they will share practical lessons learned directly from their own experience managing, coordinating and implementing Horizon Europe projects:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Mon 22 June- Stress-free Communication &amp; Dissemination Reporting<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Tue 23 June- Why Nobody Wants to Talk About Exploitation: Creative Methods to Engage Horizon Europe Partners<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Wed 24 June- Designing and Managing Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP) in Horizon Europe<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Thu 25 June- Personnel Cost Calculation Challenges Across Horizon Europe, Digital Europe and Other EU Funding Programmes<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Fri 26 June- From the Detailed Lump Sum Budget to the Integrated Part A Forms: A New Challenge Ahead<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Feel free to join one session that matches your immediate needs or attend multiple. Please register\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/freewebinars.europamediatrainings.com\/2026-june-free-webinars?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=June%20Free%20Webinar%20Week:%20Practical%20Insights%20for%20EU-Funded%20Projects&amp;utm_campaign=EMTNL20260602. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffreewebinars.europamediatrainings.com%2F2026-june-free-webinars%3Futm_source%3DActiveCampaign%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_content%3DJune%2520Free%2520Webinar%2520Week%3A%2520Practical%2520Insights%2520for%2520EU-Funded%2520Projects%26utm_campaign%3DEMTNL20260602&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506821418%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=ZWIdVAINw6gr8q92SPMavC%2FI%2F%2B5FSSTRmwYiKLNDrBY%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"11\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>8. mERCury\u2019s Project\u2019s ERC Starting Grant Webinar, 26 June 2026, 10:00-12:00, UK time,\u00a0<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.ukro.ac.uk\/events\/mercurys-erc-starting-grant-webinar\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ukro.ac.uk%2Fevents%2Fmercurys-erc-starting-grant-webinar%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506834802%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=tMljo%2B57dQXHzPCiEfSVRcmuIq1Oqe9r8Tuc05r2BhE%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"12\">https:\/\/www.ukro.ac.uk\/events\/mercurys-erc-starting-grant-webinar\/<\/a><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The network of ERC National Contact Points (mERCury) is organising an online event for researchers interested in the ERC Starting Grant. This webinar provides guidance for researchers preparing an ERC Starting Grant proposal, including insights into the application process, evaluation criteria and tips for success. Suitable for early-career researchers planning to apply.\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=FgjCosZ-ekmt7riw9-RScUBx_wcNzJBAoEasmikwm1tUNTczNTBTWk5RNUU1UFBKWlpaU1FTQ1o2UC4u&amp;route=shorturl. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fpages%2Fresponsepage.aspx%3Fid%3DFgjCosZ-ekmt7riw9-RScUBx_wcNzJBAoEasmikwm1tUNTczNTBTWk5RNUU1UFBKWlpaU1FTQ1o2UC4u%26route%3Dshorturl&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506850722%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=uKfo%2BCKE%2Fso0Y0q79VDI1GEm%2FE9%2BlJOycHvyGRcqXD8%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"13\">Register<\/a>\u00a0to attend.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>9. ERC Starting Grant 2027 Webinar, 2<sup>\u00a0<\/sup>July 2026, 10:00-12:00:<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.ukro.ac.uk\/events\/erc-starting-grant-2027-webinar\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ukro.ac.uk%2Fevents%2Ferc-starting-grant-2027-webinar%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506861858%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=KUFPoj9suiwdxBPGCAZ9AEcBoNyE7p7I5%2FMDzlDGkHo%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"14\">https:\/\/www.ukro.ac.uk\/events\/erc-starting-grant-2027-webinar\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">This webinar provides guidance for researchers preparing for the ERC Starting Grant 2027 call, including eligibility, application requirements and the evaluation process.<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/events.teams.microsoft.com\/event\/d511f656-f2cf-4fa7-ad31-f330b2339245@8bb7e08e-daa4-4a8e-927e-fca38db04b7e. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fevents.teams.microsoft.com%2Fevent%2Fd511f656-f2cf-4fa7-ad31-f330b2339245%408bb7e08e-daa4-4a8e-927e-fca38db04b7e&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506872377%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=HGkti51OWaVSJBkIYR8U84%2BvECEmTxdsT0ps6%2B8uKD8%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"15\">\u00a0Register<\/a>\u00a0to attend.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>10. ERC Advanced Grant 2026 Webinar, 8 June 2026, 10:00-12:00:\u00a0<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.ukro.ac.uk\/events\/erc-advanced-grant-2026-webinar\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ukro.ac.uk%2Fevents%2Ferc-advanced-grant-2026-webinar%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506882522%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Z4YqPhCdJ0J0cWVCRi2F2PK83hZ3FuqED54FZYYFMJM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"16\">https:\/\/www.ukro.ac.uk\/events\/erc-advanced-grant-2026-webinar\/<\/a><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The UK National Contact Point for the European Research Council (ERC), is organising a webinar for UK researchers interested in applying for the 2026 ERC Advanced Grant call (ERC-2026-AdG). The webinar will provide information on the submission process, how proposals are evaluated and other elements to consider when designing a project for your research excellence idea. Also joining is Professor Adam Carter from the University of Glasgow, who will share details of his journey towards getting an ERC Advanced grant.\u00a0<b>Registration<\/b>\u00a0for the webinar is required.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>11. British Academy ERC Advanced Grants Webinar, Friday 19 June 2026,\u00a010:30-12:00 UK time:\u00a0<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/forms.office.com\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=mNaqV-vazkuTDP-jhsLUf9kLpzhfw55CkU-5X4zalJVUNDU2RFZUR002MzZHNDEyUzdDR0I5VDhBQy4u. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2FPages%2FResponsePage.aspx%3Fid%3DmNaqV-vazkuTDP-jhsLUf9kLpzhfw55CkU-5X4zalJVUNDU2RFZUR002MzZHNDEyUzdDR0I5VDhBQy4u&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506893163%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=knIRBE%2BTVdBek26zp7gUwHf90eFHJllEvOtzwNis7jU%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"17\">https:\/\/forms.office.com\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=mNaqV-vazkuTDP-jhsLUf9kLpzhfw55CkU-5X4zalJVUNDU2RFZUR002MzZHNDEyUzdDR0I5VDhBQy4u<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The British Academy will be hosting its next webinar on\u00a0Friday 19 June 2026,\u00a010:30-12:00 UK time for UK based researchers in the humanities and social sciences interested in applying for European Research Council (ERC) grants. The webinar will focus on the ERC Advanced Grants.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>12. Register: COST Info Day \u2013 16 June 2026, Online, 16 June 2026, 10:00 CEST<\/b>,\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.cost.eu\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cost.eu%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506905012%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=aOYBHr6ExiYBskU6wGRiLuzRylMK47n%2FlAxQqfIEBpM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"18\">https:\/\/www.cost.eu<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) is a funding organisation for research and innovation networks. An online session open to researchers and innovators at any career stage and from all disciplines will take place 16th\u00a0June. The event will explain how to join or propose a COST Action, outline programme impacts, and highlight the benefits for early\u2011career researchers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\u00a0\u00a0<b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"x_MsoNormal\">\n<hr align=\"left\" size=\"1\" width=\"100%\" \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><u>\u00a0<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><u>European related funding<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>13. REMINDER:<\/b>\u00a0<b>Horizon Europe Travel Fund:<\/b>\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/forms.office.com\/e\/R7Swf3Ag2X. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fe%2FR7Swf3Ag2X&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506915548%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=wVtcxX8JZvR7lAc2cGJL3u%2BovYCFhKZCeWXdRKFq%2Fkg%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"19\">https:\/\/forms.office.com\/e\/R7Swf3Ag2X<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">A small pot of funding has become available for the Horizon Europe Travel Fund and is now open to support Newcastle University staff developing grant proposals. The fund offers small awards (e.g. \u00a3500-\u00a31,000) to cover travel and subsistence for meeting EU partners, National Contact Points or brokerage events. We will consider requests in two rounds, the first deadline is 17 June 2026 and the second is 8 July 2026 (if funds are still remaining). All expenditure must be made by\u00a0<b>31 July 2026<\/b>, even if trips occur afterwards. Please submit your request\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/forms.office.com\/e\/R7Swf3Ag2X. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fe%2FR7Swf3Ag2X&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506925534%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=RyCOLitnsOUiOSW%2F9m7JyNKUhhFhlhP7mCthyWK6qwY%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"20\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">If you have any questions, please contact\u00a0<a title=\"mailto:sarah.urquhart@newcastle.ac.uk\" href=\"mailto:sarah.urquhart@newcastle.ac.uk\" data-linkindex=\"21\">sarah.urquhart@newcastle.ac.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>14. NOW OPEN:\u00a0<\/b><b>Marie Sk\u0142odowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026:<\/b>\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/marie-sklodowska-curie-actions.ec.europa.eu\/actions\/postdoctoral-fellowships. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmarie-sklodowska-curie-actions.ec.europa.eu%2Factions%2Fpostdoctoral-fellowships&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506935408%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=b8vmycA8dA%2FNfQiHRlx4myvsRPqcr4FwdXJpTld0Eps%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"22\">https:\/\/marie-sklodowska-curie-actions.ec.europa.eu\/actions\/postdoctoral-fellowships<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The\u00a0MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 call will open in April. Postdoctoral Fellowships (PF) target researchers holding a PhD with up to eight years of research experience who wish to carry out their research activities abroad, acquire new skills and develop their careers. PFs help researchers gain experience in other countries, disciplines and non-academic sectors.\u00a0 If you are interested in hosting (as named supervisor) a MSCA Postdoctoral Fellow currently based overseas we encourage you to reach out to them and get in touch with\u00a0<a title=\"mailto:sarah.urquhart@newcastle.ac.uk\" href=\"mailto:sarah.urquhart@newcastle.ac.uk\" data-linkindex=\"23\">sarah.urquhart@newcastle.ac.uk<\/a>.\u00a0Deadline:\u00a0<b>9 September 2026.<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>15. NEW:\u00a0<\/b><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">Wiko Early Career Fellowships Open for Researchers Across Disciplines Worldwide:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.wiko-berlin.de\/en\/becoming-a-fellow\/wiko-early-career-calls. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wiko-berlin.de%2Fen%2Fbecoming-a-fellow%2Fwiko-early-career-calls&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506945043%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2BuJ0kwpGyl0g7UHp2PeDB9UtcJtxNjiMMPRsOshp1z8%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"24\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/www.wiko-berlin.de\/en\/becoming-a-fellow\/wiko-early-career-calls<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The Institute for Advanced Study Berlin (Wiko) is inviting applications for its Early Career Fellowship Programme, which offers residential fellowships in Berlin for outstanding postdoctoral researchers aiming to advance a defined research project. The programme includes two streams: humanities and social sciences, and life and natural sciences. Applicants must hold a PhD and demonstrate strong publication records, such as a monograph for humanities scholars or multiple high-impact articles for science and social science candidates. Fellowships last 10 months for humanities and social sciences, and three to five months for life and natural sciences, with financial support provided through teaching replacement costs of up to \u20ac60,000. Deadline:\u00a0<b>1 September 2026<\/b>\u00a0for humanities and social sciences, and\u00a0<b>1 November 2026<\/b>\u00a0for life and natural sciences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">16. NEW:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">Virtual Institute for the Carbon Cycle (VICC) &#8212; Notice of upcoming Expressions of Intent (EOI):<\/span><\/b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.schmidtsciences.org\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.schmidtsciences.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506954756%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=QtxQ2776xdDLYxoUCQw6ziQgrlyIyME77qDR72KMH4E%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"25\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/www.schmidtsciences.org\/<\/span><\/a><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">The goal of VICC is two-fold: (a) improve understanding and reduce uncertainty of both natural and anthropogenic components of the global carbon budget to inform (detect\/attribute) mitigation in carbon emissions, and (b) improve understanding and reduce uncertainty on future changes in the global carbon cycle, including carbon-climate feedbacks, to inform climate policies. VICC is soliciting short EOIs for projects that will enable these two goals. They aim to support several multidisciplinary and international teams of researchers by providing sustained funding for up to 5 years and networking support to pursue research with revolutionary promise. Projects may hinge on improving mechanistic understanding of key components of the carbon cycle, modeling, observational, or data assimilation improvements, or any combination thereof. Anticipated EOI release is mid-June 2026 with anticipated deadline in mid-August 2026. For any questions about this notice, email\u00a0<\/span><a title=\"mailto:carbon@schmidtsciences.org\" href=\"mailto:carbon@schmidtsciences.org\" data-linkindex=\"26\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">carbon@schmidtsciences.org<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0 with &#8220;VICC EOI&#8221; in the subject line. Anyone wishing to be informed when the EOI submission period officially opens may do so by filling out this form.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>17. 80 new COST Actions, that will officially start in Autumn 2026:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.cost.eu\/80-new-cost-actions-oc20251\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cost.eu%2F80-new-cost-actions-oc20251%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603506964402%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=pxMm0eSzvNY6qpa2k1vGHyIHT2E7bb75IT0Rkq8eNxM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"27\">https:\/\/www.cost.eu\/80-new-cost-actions-oc20251\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">These new networks cover topics as wide and varied as phychosis prevention, silent fans, neuromorphic computing, vaccines for overall health benefits, artificial intelligence, conservation of modern art, and parental and children well-being. On\u00a0Friday 12 June 2026\u00a0these new COST Actions (OC- 2025-1), including all Memorandums of Understanding, will be available on the COST website, so\u00a0if you see a network that is of interest then you can apply to join. In the meantime, a booklet covering the actions is able to be\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.cost.eu\/80-new-cost-actions-oc20251\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cost.eu%2F80-new-cost-actions-oc20251%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507303953%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Hki96iZ61VXQetl6xnD5IiZb0WJY4ZV3TdqLR9FK7lo%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"28\">downloaded<\/a>. Potential applicants are also reminded that the\u00a0COST 2026 Open Call\u00a0opens on\u00a031 July at noon CET\u00a0and closes\u00a028 October at noon CET\u00a0with the COST Association advising applicants to ensure familiarity with the\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.cost.eu\/open-call-2026-whats-new\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cost.eu%2Fopen-call-2026-whats-new%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507344143%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=rJLf3ITr%2BIPFFpjsGQ1pAQW6otkrqOrhZHhV6LWIg5g%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"29\">changes to the application process<\/a>\u00a0since the 2025 Open Call.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>18. J\u00e9r\u00f4me Lejeune Foundation \u2013 Autumn 2026 Call (Down Syndrome Research):<\/b>\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.fondationlejeune.org\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fondationlejeune.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507365612%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=gtuXXWlHICzWEP%2BAHax8mSOB4ToYsdEF4AOaxlFDNeQ%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"30\">https:\/\/www.fondationlejeune.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The J\u00e9r\u00f4me Lejeune Foundation invites applications for its Autumn 2026 call supporting research on Down syndrome (trisomy 21). Grants fund fundamental, translational and clinical projects aimed at advancing understanding or developing new therapeutic approaches. Two grant types are available: pilot grants (up to \u20ac50,000) and advanced grants (up to \u20ac80,000). Applicants must hold a PhD, MD (or equivalent) and a permanent position at an academic institution. Open internationally. Deadline:\u00a0<b>14 August 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>19. ERC Plus Grant Launched 2026:<\/b>\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.ukro.ac.uk\/news\/erc-plus-grant-2026\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ukro.ac.uk%2Fnews%2Ferc-plus-grant-2026%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507384817%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=7qaqC%2FSq500pdRyxbZfxGMr40OG84xOxyx93aDwZ9C0%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"31\">https:\/\/www.ukro.ac.uk\/news\/erc-plus-grant-2026\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The European Research Council has introduced the ERC+ Grant 2026 to provide additional support to leading researchers building on ERC-funded projects. The scheme aims to strengthen research impact and capacity. Further details on eligibility and implementation are expected. The submission deadline is on\u00a0<b>2 September 2026.<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>20. Henry Jacques Le M\u00eame Architecture Writing Prize 2026<\/b>:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/sfa.wiin.io\/fr\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsfa.wiin.io%2Ffr%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507403444%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=0A3VCFeZkVUqLIxma8wAm1a5NXdDMhn4Vfp6Sid8vDU%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"32\">https:\/\/sfa.wiin.io\/fr\/<\/a><br \/>\nThe Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 fran\u00e7aise des architectes (SFA) invites submissions for the 2026 Henry Jacques Le M\u00eame Prize, an architecture writing competition exploring the relationship between writing and the built environment. Applicants must submit a text (max. 20,000 characters, in French) offering a detailed depiction of a place centred on a constructed building; entries may be in any literary genre and submitted individually or in teams of up to three. The competition is open to all, regardless of nationality. Prizes are \u20ac2,500 for first place, \u20ac1,000 for second, and \u20ac500 for third.\u00a0<b>Deadline: 7 September<\/b>\u00a0<b>2026.<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">21. SPRIND Launches FUNKE Quantum Challenges for Sensing Data Integration:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.sprind.org\/en\/actions\/challenges. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sprind.org%2Fen%2Factions%2Fchallenges&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507422106%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=4%2FruVModU6GBgA1XhBhggPAJu4hyWhZ9hXUH3ynF14g%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"33\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/www.sprind.org\/en\/actions\/challenges<\/span><\/a><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Bundesagentur fur Sprunginnovationen (SPRIND, German Federal Agency for Disruptive Innovation) has opened applications for two FUNKE challenges focused on quantum sensing and data use. The\u00a0<\/span><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.sprind.org\/en\/actions\/challenges\/funke-quantum-driven-intelligence. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sprind.org%2Fen%2Factions%2Fchallenges%2Ffunke-quantum-driven-intelligence&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507440878%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=CnREKkuSwvkeN6jfOwgfpkb%2FprticQPlS3zXKzXFBmI%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"34\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">FUNKE Quantum-Driven Intelligence Challenge<\/span><\/b><\/a><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0focuses on connecting high-precision quantum sensor data with existing data sources, models and sensor systems to derive decision-relevant information that is not otherwise accessible. Supported projects are expected to develop practical applications or scenarios where quantum sensing integration materially improves existing systems, models or analytical methods. Stage 1 will support 15 teams for four months at \u20ac200,000 per project. Stage 2 will support 10 teams for two months at \u20ac100,000 per project. The\u00a0<\/span><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.sprind.org\/en\/actions\/challenges\/funke-quantum-sense-exploration. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sprind.org%2Fen%2Factions%2Fchallenges%2Ffunke-quantum-sense-exploration&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507459244%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=YZ62k9lwvY%2FGgU6nr91HkJr3Zl59Q3CR6oLL2G9W4bI%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"35\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">FUNKE Quantumsense Exploration Challenge<\/span><\/b><\/a><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0supports teams developing methods to identify and leverage new quantum sensors or quantum systems for sensing applications more rapidly, systematically and at greater scale. Possible approaches include AI-supported exploration based on physical simulations and systematic, AI-assisted analysis of cross-disciplinary scientific literature. This second challenge will support 10 teams in Stage 1 for five months at \u20ac450,000 per project, followed by Stage 2 support for seven teams for two months at \u20ac150,000 per project.\u00a0<\/span>Deadline:\u00a0<b>6 September 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">22. SPRIND Launches Orbital Bioworks Challenge:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.sprind.org\/en\/actions\/challenges\/orbital-bioworks. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sprind.org%2Fen%2Factions%2Fchallenges%2Forbital-bioworks&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507480899%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=QfCakCUAeYzZXtQP9fJrfmmoGpk03HX1%2BlviLMvfkXk%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"36\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/www.sprind.org\/en\/actions\/challenges\/orbital-bioworks<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Bundesagentur f\u00fcr Sprunginnovationen (SPRIND &#8211; German Federal Agency for Breakthrough Innovation) has opened its Orbital Bioworks Challenge to support the development and validation of the first commercially viable use cases for orbital biotechnology with a clear microgravity advantage. Projects should create experimental and technological foundations in the three focus areas of cell-free peptide manufacturing, differentiation of stem cells and organ-on-a-chip for drug testing. The goal is to implement biopharmaceutical production processes in LEO in a reproducible, scalable, and economically assessable manner. These developments are intended to be the starting point for the build-up of a European, commercially oriented industry in the field of in-space biomanufacturing. Financial support is stated as up to \u20ac250,00 in Stage 1 and up to \u20ac1.4 million in Stage 2<\/span>. Deadline:\u00a0<b>3 July 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>23.\u00a0Horizon Europe &#8211;\u00a0FINAL\u00a0Work Programmes 2026-27 published<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The European Commission has published the final versions of the 2026-27 call topics for all the clusters and missions and a number of the other main funding instruments (to download work programmes see here:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/funding\/funding-opportunities\/funding-programmes-and-open-calls\/horizon-europe\/horizon-europe-work-programmes_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Ffunding%2Ffunding-opportunities%2Ffunding-programmes-and-open-calls%2Fhorizon-europe%2Fhorizon-europe-work-programmes_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507495948%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=jqOPHye4rj%2FRGUjzDeQnjxZOYR5dGx7E3iHst%2Bc1wZg%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"37\">https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/funding\/funding-opportunities\/funding-programmes-and-open-calls\/horizon-europe\/horizon-europe-work-programmes_en<\/a>\u00a0). For convenience, we have put together summary tables of all call topic titles in the \u200b\u200b<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/newcastle.sharepoint.com\/:x:\/s\/EUandInternationalResearchFundingDevelopment\/IQAI6QRm8HpGTp4uMmIW-Q-NAaSov3qqCNL-wNZ47EMvDL0?e=qzyk0K. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/newcastle.sharepoint.com\/:x:\/s\/EUandInternationalResearchFundingDevelopment\/IQAI6QRm8HpGTp4uMmIW-Q-NAaSov3qqCNL-wNZ47EMvDL0?e=qzyk0K\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"38\"><span class=\"x_MsoSmartlink\">\u00a0linked Excel spreadsheet<\/span><\/a>\u200b\u200b<u>\u200b<\/u><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/newcastle.sharepoint.com\/:x:\/s\/EUandInternationalResearchFundingDevelopment\/IQAI6QRm8HpGTp4uMmIW-Q-NAaSov3qqCNL-wNZ47EMvDL0?e=qzyk0K. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/newcastle.sharepoint.com\/:x:\/s\/EUandInternationalResearchFundingDevelopment\/IQAI6QRm8HpGTp4uMmIW-Q-NAaSov3qqCNL-wNZ47EMvDL0?e=qzyk0K\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"39\"><span class=\"x_MsoSmartlink\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><u>\u200b<\/u>which has been updated to reflect the final work programmes \u2013 please use these to browse any topics that are of interest to you and that you may be able to contribute to (if you have looked at earlier versions, please check in case of changes). Once you have identified a topic(s) of interest, please search their call reference within the relevant full Work Programme PDF for full details. Many of the 2026 call topics have deadlines in March-April with some later around September &#8212; while we advise you to already start taking action for the 2027 calls. [For reference, you can find historic and future draft work programmes at:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/sciencebusiness.net\/horizon-papers. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsciencebusiness.net%2Fhorizon-papers&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507507654%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=RfOcAy8sUGfHPKgc5%2FZwH4JFV1mVnUidnjXK65wKW80%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"40\">https:\/\/sciencebusiness.net\/horizon-papers<\/a>] They include:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Cluster 1 &#8211; Health:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/36c7287d-d38f-4a96-94ca-0dfce1375a48_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F36c7287d-d38f-4a96-94ca-0dfce1375a48_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507518752%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=1hAoojU6tHjxNpWpJ1b8rgdGo%2FLgtI0CFV4qCxBOh8Y%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"41\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Cluster 2 &#8211; Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/c57a75c6-f935-4e99-b18b-b8c107a3605d_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2Fc57a75c6-f935-4e99-b18b-b8c107a3605d_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507529663%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=qd1W83HeOq%2FSEg6C9UJYzHhEPRzRUaz24OuGk34T52w%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"42\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Cluster 3 &#8211; Civil security for society:\u00a0\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/1a172722-bf60-4efc-b996-c7e51c90fcf0_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F1a172722-bf60-4efc-b996-c7e51c90fcf0_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507541877%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=uh1rOIqoXrQvIIuZcn45iPX1PVremJKHvSgiFKkPELQ%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"43\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Cluster 4 &#8211; Digital, industry, space:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/87a8c19b-2643-49ec-8d07-37781ceb516e_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F87a8c19b-2643-49ec-8d07-37781ceb516e_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507553652%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=TQcLmxeDlHu1KnhHtzPbUj7BiamxcCoHJNaSevQOZCE%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"44\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Cluster 5 &#8211; Climate, energy and mobility:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/1e480813-74f9-4ebf-a189-3c743de95e7e_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F1e480813-74f9-4ebf-a189-3c743de95e7e_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507565010%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=pG%2BAMPs%2BJskg2Go3jI6gWnQN3VdhXzqOzVht%2B1R6Lhc%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"45\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Cluster 6 &#8211; Food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture and environment:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/44106caa-ed7a-42bf-ae57-aaab91778602_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F44106caa-ed7a-42bf-ae57-aaab91778602_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507575042%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=GlMo%2Bv3HzCITElaVAfpkN25iakwN7o8UdVzIxpIsE%2Fg%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"46\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Missions:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/862c1a9c-99c2-4fce-add2-b9e04ff1e63c_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F862c1a9c-99c2-4fce-add2-b9e04ff1e63c_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507585012%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2BrwJEI4sMWYIl8ncul5HMBdjpXQ5UNGAxXdhHeHT8kI%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"47\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">New European Bauhaus Facility:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/272c77e3-d92b-424c-b26e-3abb20ae5a36_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F272c77e3-d92b-424c-b26e-3abb20ae5a36_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507594798%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=d4gpmKOj%2B8d6KH16EUy9YyCKKJbTLS1cQzL4NZlmY%2Fc%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"48\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Marie Sk\u0142odowska-Curie Actions:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/31f45742-380d-4096-9faa-e078cf55d7f7_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F31f45742-380d-4096-9faa-e078cf55d7f7_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507606003%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Z0BCFdPt9j3PXqmiz4%2Fc%2FYa%2BCwNQLIL2%2BAttPIllKzk%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"49\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">European Research Council:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/ec.europa.eu\/info\/funding-tenders\/opportunities\/docs\/2021-2027\/horizon\/wp-call\/2026\/wp_horizon-erc-2026_en.pdf. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fec.europa.eu%2Finfo%2Ffunding-tenders%2Fopportunities%2Fdocs%2F2021-2027%2Fhorizon%2Fwp-call%2F2026%2Fwp_horizon-erc-2026_en.pdf&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507617142%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=8fVrRRfoCi678Aou5%2BP135qCMoEfB2Kmy7s5JUdp%2Bd0%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"50\">2026<\/a>\u00a0(2027 is expected around May 2026)<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">European Innovation Council:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/ec.europa.eu\/transparency\/comitology-register\/screen\/documents\/110454\/1\/consult?lang=en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fec.europa.eu%2Ftransparency%2Fcomitology-register%2Fscreen%2Fdocuments%2F110454%2F1%2Fconsult%3Flang%3Den&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507633645%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=AWk1zQ8HHhwqogCUAtw0Yes%2B42clloXYlyaShBoEcCE%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"51\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">European Innovation Ecosystems:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/2049ffe7-b712-4da8-98a9-72b45606e72d_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F2049ffe7-b712-4da8-98a9-72b45606e72d_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507645002%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=rwuhL29xBGZLzZVvwfqbh5EWec6%2BhItZ2C03WPlnnqI%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"52\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">WIDERA (Widening, European Research Area):\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/3253f6b5-26f8-41f3-b34a-3d17e929e568_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F3253f6b5-26f8-41f3-b34a-3d17e929e568_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507655172%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=ruQRu5zrwcUDlbQcIuEeBeIo0vgW3hD1PPrS4ASXlkA%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"53\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Research infrastructures:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/2cfb4384-7ce4-4bbf-8394-ac64f1aef453_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F2cfb4384-7ce4-4bbf-8394-ac64f1aef453_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507665164%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=yap5G4Xf6jdJkV5fAswqzxrQmSlsfahePimduIhIZEE%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"54\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Horizontal activities:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/01964d0c-a8eb-4f23-baa4-87d96812dca6_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F01964d0c-a8eb-4f23-baa4-87d96812dca6_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507675141%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=2thXt6Nv%2F03KZX%2FBAeUHLhSWbyOosvpsF6a5SSLQ0gw%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"55\">FINAL<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">For reference:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/8fbc7e8e-6db4-4f6e-a533-1b383a9e5dfb_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F8fbc7e8e-6db4-4f6e-a533-1b383a9e5dfb_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507684960%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=tmGCRdulsGLmwRZQWWTYMXTl8z7IK3Q4xqWUS5A0LlE%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"56\">General Introduction<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/document\/download\/7318fc15-13a4-484b-a74e-7c403f88fee2_en. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu%2Fdocument%2Fdownload%2F7318fc15-13a4-484b-a74e-7c403f88fee2_en&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507694878%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=w2qtTsHFX1s9RCcol8WXcViA8tV8w4LQI2uW%2F2vL0%2FE%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"57\">General Annexes<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">**Please do reach out to the Research Funding Development team for support:\u00a0<a title=\"mailto:jarlath.mckenna@newcastle.ac.uk\" href=\"mailto:jarlath.mckenna@newcastle.ac.uk\" data-linkindex=\"58\">jarlath.mckenna@newcastle.ac.uk<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a title=\"mailto:sarah.urquhart@newcastle.ac.uk**\" href=\"mailto:sarah.urquhart@newcastle.ac.uk**\" data-linkindex=\"59\">sarah.urquhart@newcastle.ac.uk**<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>24.\u00a0Opportunities for Researchers from the Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) in Horizon Europe:\u00a0<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/horizoneuropencpportal.eu\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-01\/ssh-opportunities_2026-27_final.pdf. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhorizoneuropencpportal.eu%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2F2026-01%2Fssh-opportunities_2026-27_final.pdf&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507704807%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=m%2BYUkw4Q%2FaWIDUfvfOrzZVi7YA3NPXHVWkieRZEDMHM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"60\">https:\/\/horizoneuropencpportal.eu\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-01\/ssh-opportunities_2026-27_final.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">A guide that maps all Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) funding opportunities for 2026\u20132027, including an in\u2011depth analysis of SSH\u2011relevant topics across the entire Work Programme\u00a0has been released.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>25. NOW OPEN:\u00a0<\/b><b>Marie Sk\u0142odowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Networks 2026:<\/b>\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/marie-sklodowska-curie-actions.ec.europa.eu\/actions\/doctoral-networks. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmarie-sklodowska-curie-actions.ec.europa.eu%2Factions%2Fdoctoral-networks&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507714530%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Nf7yWF0udSsVfyDEq3E3dGvLqmqUC%2FeX%2B2lw8Rmafj8%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"61\">https:\/\/marie-sklodowska-curie-actions.ec.europa.eu\/actions\/doctoral-networks<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">MSCA Doctoral Networks fund doctoral programmes, consisting of a European consortium recruiting up to 15 PhD studentships, designed to respond to identified needs in various research and innovation areas.\u00a0MSCA Doctoral Networks design doctoral programmes to develop entrepreneurial, innovative doctoral candidates. The aim is to equip these candidates with the right combination of research-related and transferable competencies, enhancing their career perspectives both within and outside academia. The funded Doctoral Networks will hold open recruitment procedures throughout the course of the maximum 48-month project and the recruited candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria outlined in the MSCA Work Programme. Please reach out to\u00a0<a title=\"mailto:jarlath.mckenna@newcastle.ac.uk\" href=\"mailto:jarlath.mckenna@newcastle.ac.uk\" data-linkindex=\"62\">jarlath.mckenna@newcastle.ac.uk<\/a>\u00a0if interested with the next annual\u00a0<b>deadline 24 November 2026.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>26. \u00a0European Innovation Council calls 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/universitiesuk.us6.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=4db2235512f3ee2993ceaec5a&amp;id=0363a5b2d5&amp;e=177c73917d. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Funiversitiesuk.us6.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D4db2235512f3ee2993ceaec5a%26id%3D0363a5b2d5%26e%3D177c73917d&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507724459%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=SzGqze7AMnmko%2BAVbr8K7U1NATfVO6ew4fL10%2FoR4Lo%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"63\"><b>EIC Pathfinder<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b>\u00a0EIC Challenges, deadline\u00a0<b>28 October 2026<\/b>.\u00a0Through both open and challenge calls: For multi-disciplinary research teams to undertake visionary research with the potential to lead to technology breakthroughs (grants up to \u20ac4 million).<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/universitiesuk.us6.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=4db2235512f3ee2993ceaec5a&amp;id=d83f4d045d&amp;e=177c73917d. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Funiversitiesuk.us6.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D4db2235512f3ee2993ceaec5a%26id%3Dd83f4d045d%26e%3D177c73917d&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507734249%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=bomdiexl7jhtSpcS9gdirz2u5bAEwrkh44DVuNP2w7w%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"64\"><b>EIC Transition<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b>\u00a0Deadline:\u00a0<b>19 September 2026<\/b>.\u00a0To turn research results into innovation opportunities, following up on results generated by EIC Pathfinder, European Research Council Proof of Concept, Horizon Europe Pillar 2 (societal challenges) collaborative projects and Research Infrastructures projects (grants up to \u20ac2.5 million).<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/universitiesuk.us6.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=4db2235512f3ee2993ceaec5a&amp;id=2b1a637adc&amp;e=177c73917d. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Funiversitiesuk.us6.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D4db2235512f3ee2993ceaec5a%26id%3D2b1a637adc%26e%3D177c73917d&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507744038%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=bAzgwukpyr%2B87gPIbKmJbangfWBFNI7FPcyMWEZtb58%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"65\"><b>EIC Accelerator<\/b><\/a><b>:\u00a0<\/b>Deadline:\u00a0<b>Rolling until November 2026<\/b>.\u00a0Through both open and challenge calls:\u00a0 For start-ups and SMEs to develop and scale up innovations with the potential to create new markets or disrupt existing ones (UK applicants eligible for grants only, worth up to \u20ac2.5 million).<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Applicants must first submit a short proposal, which will be reviewed and if successful applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>27. ZiF Visiting Research Groups Call (Bielefeld Centre for Interdisciplinary Research),<\/b>\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.uni-bielefeld.de\/(en)\/zif\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uni-bielefeld.de%2F(en)%2Fzif%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507754018%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2FEaIljO46P%2FgaPaXhxlcNDtVNe3QkRaAlENC9sc%2FtJM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"66\">https:\/\/www.uni-bielefeld.de\/(en)\/zif\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The Zentrum f\u00fcr interdisziplin\u00e4re Forschung (ZiF) at Bielefeld University is inviting applications for its Visiting Research Groups scheme. The programme supports innovative interdisciplinary collaborations, enabling groups of at least three post\u2011doctoral researchers\u00a0to explore new topics, develop partnerships, finalise interdisciplinary publications, or conduct small research projects over 1\u20133 months. The scheme is open to researchers from all disciplines and all countries, with international participation strongly encouraged. ZiF provides \u20ac50,000\u00a0to cover travel, accommodation, workshops, and conferences. Deadline:\u00a0<b>29 October 2026<\/b><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>28.\u00a0NETIAS Opens Constructive Advanced Thinking Call for 2027-2029 Research Teams:\u00a0<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/netias.science\/calls-for-applications\/constructive-advanced-thinking-cat\/open-call-constructive-advanced-thinking. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnetias.science%2Fcalls-for-applications%2Fconstructive-advanced-thinking-cat%2Fopen-call-constructive-advanced-thinking&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507764670%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2FDAHw41jSOhWdyN4qvKXOrU1JPk%2FHVQQjhhqUkUAQuM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"67\">https:\/\/netias.science\/calls-for-applications\/constructive-advanced-thinking-cat\/open-call-constructive-advanced-thinking<\/a><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The NETIAS Constructive Advanced Thinking (CAT) programme supports teams of 3\u20135 early-career researchers working collaboratively on innovative ideas to address societal challenges. Teams must be international and include members with PhDs awarded from 2017 onwards, with the PI holding a stable position. Successful teams benefit from funded short research stays over up to three years to develop ideas and build networks, with applications for the 2027\u20132029 call closing. Deadline:\u00a0<b>13 September 2026<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">29. Global Research Initiative on Open Science Call for Evidence Synthesis Projects:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.esf.org\/grios-launches-open-call-for-evidence-synthesis-on-open-science\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.esf.org%2Fgrios-launches-open-call-for-evidence-synthesis-on-open-science%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507775157%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=3kCipbVaT5ufR7PeZjVdWxoG3pyuFLwDt4VzI6jdcyY%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"68\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/www.esf.org\/grios-launches-open-call-for-evidence-synthesis-on-open-science\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">The Global Research Initiative on Open Science (GRIOS) Call for Evidence Synthesis Projects, managed by the European Science Foundation, offers up to \u20ac80,000 in funding over a 12\u2011month period to support in-depth evidence synthesis reviews on priority Open Science policy topics. The call is open internationally and focuses on incentives for Open Science uptake and the effectiveness of research data\u2011sharing policies. Deadline:\u00a0<b>20 July 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>30. Total of 29 Positions Available in the FIAS 2026 Fellowship Programme<\/b>:\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.fias-fp.eu\/fellowships\/call-applications-20272028. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fias-fp.eu%2Ffellowships%2Fcall-applications-20272028&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507791883%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=yJSe9FZqahDZvKDQGRyoM5o%2BZrwQXDbigKxKcQxZTJs%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"69\">https:\/\/www.fias-fp.eu\/fellowships\/call-applications-20272028<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">FIAS administers a Fellowship Programme to strengthen scholarship and mobility in the social sciences and humanities by offering academic residencies in France to experienced international researchers. The programme is now accepting applications for the 2027\/2028 academic year, with a total of 29 positions available across the institutions. Researchers from all countries are eligible to apply, as long as they have spent no more than 12 months in France during the three years immediately prior to the application deadline. Eligible applicants must hold a PhD and have at least two years of full-time research experience at the time of the application. Fellows will each receive a minimum net income of \u20ac2,200 per month for the duration of the 10-month fellowship. Social security, support for accommodation and travel expenses and a \u20ac2,500 research and training budget will also be provided.<b>\u00a0<\/b>Deadline:\u00a0<b>25 July 2026<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"x_MsoNormal\">\n<hr align=\"left\" size=\"1\" width=\"100%\" \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><u>\u00a0<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><u>General international\u00a0<\/u><\/b><b><u><\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">31. NEW:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><b>Senior Research Fellowships at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO):\u00a0<\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.grtd.fcdo.gov.uk\/call-for-applications-eleven-senior-research-fellowships-at-the-fcdo\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.grtd.fcdo.gov.uk%2Fcall-for-applications-eleven-senior-research-fellowships-at-the-fcdo%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507802742%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=0gOVNzpJo%2B518zgDwdFW82piUeauHU%2BdYw%2BwhfPT1Jc%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"70\">https:\/\/www.grtd.fcdo.gov.uk\/call-for-applications-eleven-senior-research-fellowships-at-the-fcdo\/<\/a><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">These fellowships are offering senior researchers the opportunity to contribute directly to UK international development policy by integrating research and evidence into policymaking. Fellows will collaborate with policymakers on key global challenges, helping to strengthen evidence-based decision-making. To support applicants, two identical information webinars will be held on 22 June and 25 June at 10:00 AM, covering the fellowship call, application and selection process, insights from a current fellow, award management, and a live Q&amp;A session.\u00a0<\/span>To register for the webinar, please complete the registration form\u00a0\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/forms.gle\/V9R6xrFC2uouXwYA9. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FV9R6xrFC2uouXwYA9&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507814407%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=3WZtiGBQ3sZmRot14zOjADCmHVWMGibUJDCg5OE07yA%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"71\">here<\/a>. Please note that the deadline for registration is\u00a0<b>18 June 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>32. NEW:\u00a0<\/b><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">Funding to Promote Cultural Collaboration Between the UK and Japan:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.gbsf.org.uk\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gbsf.org.uk%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507824754%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=8V0T0Tt9pAIziUzxmwFd1C5rHHZMvDOJ0LrJ03yE8CE%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"72\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/www.gbsf.org.uk\/<\/span><\/a><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">The Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation is offering grants of up to \u00a35,000 to support cultural and educational activities that strengthen relations between the UK and Japan by promoting mutual understanding of each country\u2019s culture, society, and achievements. Funding is available across a wide range of areas, including arts and culture, science and technology, humanities, Japanese language, health, education, and sport, and can support initiatives such as research collaborations, academic exchanges, workshops, language development, and creative projects. Priority will be given to proposals in areas such as science, health, environment, social issues, and Japanese studies. Applications from the UK and Japan are reviewed separately. Deadline:\u00a0\u00a0<b>15 September 2026<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">33. Up to $300,000 Available Through 2026 Kenneth Rainin Foundation Innovator Awards:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/krfoundation.org\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkrfoundation.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507834436%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=quWvygDO3k%2FMQKVgaXCbz16%2Fk1MFgOXjXQt252h6%2BZM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"73\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/krfoundation.org<\/span><\/a><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">The Foundation offers Innovator Awards to support research by individual investigators and collaborative teams to advance the understanding of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).Grants of up to $150,000 for projects by individual researchers and up to $300,000 for collaborative projects involving multiple investigators are available. The initial award period is 12 months, however recipients who demonstrate significant progress may receive up to two additional years of support. Deadline: Letters of Inquiry must be submitted between 3 August 2026 and\u00a0<b>30 September 2026<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">34. Gruber Prizes 2027 (Cosmology, Genetics, Neuroscience):<\/span><\/b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/gruber.yale.edu\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgruber.yale.edu%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507844460%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=wWT0PHIjppMkHVJLCsoHXlTZDJXK%2BBLsUO6FGo1OfRc%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"74\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/gruber.yale.edu\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">The Gruber Foundation invites nominations for its 2027 prizes recognising individuals whose groundbreaking research has led to fundamental advances in cosmology, genetics or neuroscience. Each prize includes a gold medal and an unrestricted award of $500,000. Nominations are open globally with no nationality restrictions and can be submitted by individuals, organisations or institutions. Deadline:\u00a0<b>15 December 2026.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">35.\u00a0Pre-announcement: Enhancing resilience to wildfires in the wildland-urban interface:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.ukri.org\/opportunity\/enhancing-resilience-to-wildfires-in-the-wildland-urban-interface\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ukri.org%2Fopportunity%2Fenhancing-resilience-to-wildfires-in-the-wildland-urban-interface%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507854219%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=yo%2Fs%2BFJQEl0frGYg%2B1fXSK%2BLJWmhPDu%2BCzmPerxC1%2BY%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"75\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/www.ukri.org\/opportunity\/enhancing-resilience-to-wildfires-in-the-wildland-urban-interface\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Apply for funding to deliver collaborative research projects with partners from the US, Canada or both to improve understanding of and resilience to wildfire occurrence and impacts in the wildland-urban interface. The full economic cost (FEC) of the UK component can be up to \u00a31.58 million (for 36 months). Matched equivalent resources are anticipated from participating funders (NSF, NSERC, SSHRC and CIHR) for US and Canada applicants. Deadline:<b>\u00a0to be confirmed.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">36.\u00a0NERC Environmental sciences: Global Partnerships Seedcorn Fund 2026:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.ukri.org\/opportunity\/environmental-sciences-global-partnerships-seedcorn-fund-2026\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ukri.org%2Fopportunity%2Fenvironmental-sciences-global-partnerships-seedcorn-fund-2026%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507864347%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=5KMdwQIG00oZhfB8Fll63MylMIsdtMYV2E3pGqKU8yo%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"76\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/www.ukri.org\/opportunity\/environmental-sciences-global-partnerships-seedcorn-fund-2026\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Apply for funding to create new and sustainable global partnerships within NERC remit. Applications must: include at least one new international partner, focus on activities that require international expertise, and show long-term potential. The full economic cost (FEC) of your project can be up to \u00a3100,000. NERC will fund 80% of the FEC, for up to two years. Applications including partners in Brazil or Taiwan may be eligible for co-funding from FAPESP or NSTC, respectively. Deadline:<b>\u00a016 July 2026<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">37.\u00a0Wellcome and Nature Launch $1 Million Prize for Mental Health Science:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/wellcome.org\/insights\/articles\/worlds-largest-global-prize-mental-health-science-launches. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwellcome.org%2Finsights%2Farticles%2Fworlds-largest-global-prize-mental-health-science-launches&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507874077%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2BEBjYMjxoVD2XlbHfMmUsjf5mLwxXmog34%2B%2Fxxmum04%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"77\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/wellcome.org\/insights\/articles\/worlds-largest-global-prize-mental-health-science-launches<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Wellcome has launched the world\u2019s largest global prize for mental health science-a $1 million award recognising breakthrough interventions for conditions such as depression, anxiety and psychosis. Open to researchers, teams and SMEs worldwide, the prize aims to accelerate innovations with real-world impact and scalable benefits, judged on criteria including novelty, effectiveness and engagement with lived experience. Three finalists will each receive $250,000. The awards are intended to further the recipients&#8217; research. The prize also includes exposure, networking and hands-on support to assist interventions moving towards adoption and incorporation into policy. Deadline:<b>\u00a018 September 2026<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">38.\u00a0Darwin Plus Opens Grants for Environmental Projects in UK Territories:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/darwinplus.org.uk\/. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdarwinplus.org.uk%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507884236%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=MDlYG4CSSz3rZW%2BfZghsawPRwF0SnOMn1wx0BHkrQvk%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"78\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">https:\/\/darwinplus.org.uk\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Applications have opened for the latest round of Darwin Plus grants supporting environmental projects across the UK Overseas Territories (UKOTs). The UK government initiative provides financial support for activities focused on biodiversity conservation, climate resilience and environmental capacity building. The scheme welcomes applications from UKOT governments, NGOs, research institutions, private sector organisations and other stakeholders. The deadlines for applications are\u00a0<b>15 June 2026<\/b>\u00a0for Darwin Plus Main Projects;\u00a0<b>25 June 2026<\/b>\u00a0for Darwin Plus Local;\u00a0<b>7 September 2026<\/b>\u00a0for Darwin Plus People and Skills; and\u00a0<b>14 September 2026<\/b>\u00a0for Darwin Plus Strategic.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>39.\u00a0NIHR Launches New Global Health Research Programme with Call on Antimicrobial Resistance:<\/b>\u00a0\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.nihr.ac.uk\/funding\/tackling-bacterial-and-fungal-antimicrobial-resistance-sub-saharan-africa-and-south-asia\/2026402. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nihr.ac.uk%2Ffunding%2Ftackling-bacterial-and-fungal-antimicrobial-resistance-sub-saharan-africa-and-south-asia%2F2026402&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507894055%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=3LcXbTJDSJ40YETum8AhWS%2BUEyZXEsuMCVbC7o%2B3JkA%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"79\">https:\/\/www.nihr.ac.uk\/funding\/tackling-bacterial-and-fungal-antimicrobial-resistance-sub-saharan-africa-and-south-asia\/2026402<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">Projects may address prevention, detection, treatment, stewardship and health\u2011system strengthening, including research involving maternal and neonatal groups. Grants range from \u00a3500,000 to \u00a35 million. The call opened\u00a0on 22 April 2026, with a webinar on 12 May. Deadline:\u00a0<b>8 July 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"x_MsoNormal\">\n<hr align=\"left\" size=\"1\" width=\"100%\" \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\"><b>Project Initiation Form (PIF):<\/b>\u00a0<a title=\"Original URL: https:\/\/www.cognitoforms.com\/NewcastleUniversity1\/NewcastleUniversityNuTHProjectInitiationFormV2. Click or tap if you trust this link.\" href=\"https:\/\/eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cognitoforms.com%2FNewcastleUniversity1%2FNewcastleUniversityNuTHProjectInitiationFormV2&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAlison.Brown%40newcastle.ac.uk%7C1f9d6e6689734e4009e108dec8755619%7C9c5012c9b61644c2a91766814fbe3e87%7C1%7C0%7C639168603507904101%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=2zYANATw%2Fb80z3%2BDafBSuSHSgxlRVQnw6z1cJNQxckw%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"80\">https:\/\/www.cognitoforms.com\/NewcastleUniversity1\/NewcastleUniversityNuTHProjectInitiationFormV2<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">If you\u2019re in the process of developing a research proposal please ensure you submit a PIF as soon as possible. The PIF is not just a mechanism to initiate a costing, it enables the research support team to identify and engage on your behalf the varying types of research and business support beneficial to your bid. Please note you don\u2019t need to define all resources required before engaging with the team. To maximise the support available to you, PIF submission is advised at your earliest convenience.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"x_MsoNormal\">\n<hr align=\"left\" size=\"1\" width=\"100%\" \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"x_xxmsonormal\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Please see the latest European and International research funding information, event and opportunity updates. \u00a0 News \u00a0 1. NEW:\u00a0Event Report on \u201cR&amp;I in the next&#8230; <br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/2026\/06\/17\/international-research-funding-circular-12-june-2026\/\" rel=\"bookmark\"><strong>Read more<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11659,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[1014,895],"class_list":["post-18286","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-research","tag-funding-circular","tag-international-research-funding"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18286","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11659"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=18286"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18286\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":18288,"href":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18286\/revisions\/18288"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18286"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=18286"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=18286"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}