European Liaison Office of the German Research Organisations
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The European Liaison Office of the German Research Organisations (KoWi) informs, advises and trains on EU research funding.
🚀 #GoGAIN26 is underway! The Pre-GAIN session has officially kicked off an exciting weekend of networking, inspiration, and transatlantic exchange. Next up: the Talent Fair! Stop by the KoWi booth to explore European funding opportunities through #ERC, #MSCA, and #HorizonEurope.🇪🇺🔬#KoWi
Japan is now officially associated to Pillar II ("Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness") of Horizon Europe. This enables Japanese universities, research organisations and companies to participate in collaborative projects and to receive EU funding. ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
Japan officially joins Horizon Europe
As of today, Japan is officially associated to Horizon Europe. Home to 123 million people, Japan is the most populous country associated to the programme, adding one of the world\'s most advanced rese...
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📢 Calling all professionals in Research & Development! We invite you to take part in the survey of the Research and Innovation Careers Observatory (ReICO) on career pathways in R&D. It takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. 🔗 Survey: oe.cd/RD2026 📅 Deadline: September 25, 2026
OECD-EU Research and Development Careers Survey 2026
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Planning a PhD or postdoctoral career in Germany and the EU? Looking for funding opportunities? 🎓 Join Research in Europe, an English-language info day on 8 October on-site at Uni Kassel @unikassel.bsky.social. ✅ More infos & registration: www.kowi.de/en/kowi/news...
📢 Interested in the MSCA Doctoral Networks 2026 call? Join KoWi's online info event to learn more about the programme and the evaluation process. 📅 14 July, 10:00–11:30 💻 Online 🌐 In English More infos & registration 👉 www.kowi.de/en/kowi/news...
Our KoWi Annual Conference #BuTa2026 at Leipzig University @unileipzig.bsky.social comes to an end - thank you for sharing your interesting insights and new ideas! We look forward to seeing you all at our next BuTa2027 at University of Lübeck @uniluebeck.bsky.social
#KnowledgeValorisation continues to be a hot topic at #BuTa2026. Whilst structures & competences are not coherent or consistent across the EU research ecosystem, different activities in the #HorizonEurope clusters aim to prepare researchers & support systems for #KV to become more central.
Our final panel at #BuTa2026 explored strategies for participation in EU research funding programmes ✅ Build networks & international collaborations early ✅ Make use of the support at your institution ✅ Engage with funding opportunities proactively ✅ Learn from experienced applicants & coordinators
Wrapping up day one of #BuTa2026 in #Leipzig: inspiring people, meaningful exchanges, and a vibrant reception to close the day. A fitting finish — let’s keep the momentum going tomorrow! #UniLeipzig #HorizonEurope #KoWi
Scenes from the #BuTa2026 evening reception 📸 Opened by State Minister Sebastian Gemkow and kindly hosted by the Saxon State Ministry for Science, Culture, and Tourism. #GRASSIMuseum
How can we uphold or extend international R&I cooperation 🌎 in the light of geopolitical tensions 🌩️?At #BuTa2026, the German National Working Group of EU Funding Advisors at German Universities (BAK) discussed what has changed in recent years and how universities and RTOs can handle this in practice
Evidence-informed policy, Science4Policy, Fredback2Policy aus Horizon Projeken, dass sind unsere Buzzwords für das #BuTa2026 Seminar mit Lasse Simon Stötzer vom Joint Research Centre JRC.
Full house to talk about high proposal numbers in our funding systems: ⬆️Proposals ⬆️Delays in the review process ⬆️Stress in the research (management) system ⬆️Waste of resources ⬆️Frustration Why? 👉overall less money at different levels 👉higher resubmissions due to low success rates 👉AI And now?
Today, the KoWi Annual Conference started at Leipzig University. ✨ Together with Prof. Dr. Obergfell, Rector of Leipzig University, State Secretary Prof. Dr. Graßmann, and Dr. Ahrens, Chair of the KoWi Supporting Association, KoWi welcomed participants from across the community. 🚀 #BuTa2026
🎉 Today, we officially kicked off our KoWi Annual Conference in the beautiful city of Leipzig! It was great to start with an informal get-together, connect with colleagues, and set the stage for the days ahead. ✨ Stay tuned! #BuTa2026
Yesterday, the KoWi team spent a wonderful day together in Liège ✨ We explored the city's historic centre, shared lunch, and rounded off the day with a visit to the Maison de la Science. A great opportunity to learn something new, strengthen team spirit, and enjoy time together outside the office 🌟
🎙️ Neue Podcastfolge "KoWi Talk" zum Thema Koordination eines MSCA Doctoral Networks veröffentlicht Wir geben einen kompakten Überblick und teilen praktische Hinweise aus der Beratung ✨ Die Folge richtet sich an alle, die ein DN planen oder koordinieren: 🔗 www.kowi.de/kowi/service...
👉 ERC & EIC Short Talk: From Frontier Research to Application How can excellent research be translated into real-world impact? What role do ERC Proof of Concept and EIC Transition play in this journey? 📅 9 June 2026 | 11:00–12:00 | Online 👉 Join us: www.ffg.at/veranstaltun...
The updated list of eligible projects for the EIC Transition 2026 Call is now available 🚀📄 Eligibility has expanded to include collaborative projects & Research Infrastructures. 🔗 eic.ec.europa.eu/eic-funding-...
EIC Transition
Building on promising research results to demonstrate and mature the technology and develop business plans for specific applications
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The EU Commission updated its Living Guidelines on the Responsible Use of Generative AI in Research 📚 The guidance highlights transparency, human accountability, research integrity, IP & data protection, and risks like bias or hallucinations 🔍 research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/document/dow...
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Looking back at our "Research in Europe" Career Day today at Uni Münster! 💡 Together with German research organisations, we offered participants insights and networking opportunities in the world of research funding. ✨
🇪🇺 EU Kompakt I – done! An inspiring introduction to EU research funding at the Wissenschaftszentrum Bonn: Horizon Europe, ERC, MSCA, EIC, project management & hands-on exercises – plus a lot of great exchange 🤝 Big thanks to all participants, organisers & speakers! 👏✨
🎉 MSCA at 30: Research Mobility & Bridging Gaps Across Europe 🇪🇺 📍 Brussels | 🗓️ 21 May 2026 Full-day on-site event with high-level speakers, discussions and networking on research mobility, careers & EU collaboration. Register by 11 May 👉 forms.cloud.microsoft/e/yKWMGedK5Z
🎥 The ERC has published a new video series on ERC grants! Six short videos cover key financial & administrative aspects, incl. PI responsibilities, time recording, personnel costs, amendments & more. 📺 Watch the playlist: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
ERC Grant management explained - YouTube
This series provides clear, practical guidance on managing the financial and administrative aspects of an ERC grant under Horizon Europe, across six key topics.
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🎉 30 years of MSCA! Over 150,000 researchers supported across Europe – advancing health, green & digital innovation. 🔬🌍 Did you know? KoWi informs, advises & trains on MSCA. MSCA 30 years 🔗 marie-sklodowska-curie-actions.ec.europa.eu/30th-anniver... KoWi services 🔗 www.kowi.de/kowi/horizon...
🚀 Join the European Innovation Summit in Brussels on 3–4 June! 🇪🇺 Dedicated workshops for EIC grantees on Day 1, plus opportunities for innovators, researchers & deep tech stakeholders to connect and exchange 💡 🔗 eic.ec.europa.eu/eic-summit-2...
EIC Summit 2026
EIC Summit 2026
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Are you an early-career scientist?🧑🎓👩🎓 It's your chance to speak up in a servey on Global Equity and Wellbeing in Science! Explored topics: wellbeing & mental health in academia, bullying, harassment & discrimination, career challenges and barriers to reporting! 👉 www.soscisurvey.de/equityandwel...
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EIC Tech-To-Market now open to Horizon projects 🚀 The programme provides entrepreneurial training, support to shape a potential venture & connections to relevant actors in the European innovation ecosystem 🌐 🔗 eic.ec.europa.eu/eic-funding-...
EIC Tech to Market Programme
Is your research ready for the next step? This programme bridges the gap between scientific breakthrough and market success.
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🚀 Horizon Europe WP 2026–27 supports research transfer across many topics! 🔎 Key areas: Cluster 4 (Digital, Industry & Space) and WIDERA 💡 Transfer oriented approaches can also be found in specific call topics in other clusters 📊 Overview via the Knowledge Valorisation Platform: shorturl.at/KetD3
Knowledge valorisation in Horizon Europe Work Programme for 2026-2027
The Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025 contains several topics addressing new and innovative actions to support knowledge valorisation.
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