In terms of the prestigious ERC awards, while Swiss-based researchers are currently not eligible for funding for the Starting, Consolidator or Advanced Grants, the door to Synergy Grants remains wide open. Synergy Grants support small teams of principal investigators (between 2 and 4) who aim to jointly address ambitious research problems. These grants are for a maximum of €10 million for projects lasting up to 6 years. Projects are expected to synergistically incorporate different scientific fields to produce new knowledge, methods, techniques, or lines of enquiry. The results and products of a Synergy Grant are expected to be ground-breaking to the point of becoming a new benchmark on a global scale. To replace the ERC grants, for which Swiss-based researchers are not eligible, the SNSF has launched several transitional measures: the SNSF Consolidator Grant is currently open with a deadline of 1 June 2022.
Concerning MSCA, the various Actions are affected differently by the current Swiss status. While the European Postdoctoral Fellowships are off the table for projects hosted by Swiss institutions, researchers can still apply for Global Postdoctoral Fellowships with a Swiss host for the outgoing phase and a European host for the return phase. As part of their transitional measures, the SNSF opened a door to national funding with their SNSF Swiss Postdoctoral Fellowship, inviting excellent researchers from anywhere in the world to compete under the same MSCA criteria for career funding in Switzerland. For the collaborative MSCA projects, such as Doctoral Networks and Staff Exchanges, Swiss institutions can participate as "Associated Partners" and receive direct national funding.
The Swiss government is working toward full association, so while we may be in a temporary drought, we are keeping our eyes fixed on the prize glimmering on the Horizon.
Jennifer McClung, National Contact Point for ERCIsabelle Spühler, National Contact Point for MSCAAlexandra Rosakis, Illustration
The Knowledge Centre on Cancer fosters independent scientific alignment, coordination and support to EU cancer-related policies and activities. It acts as the manager of the European Cancer Information System – developer of European guidelines and quality assurance schemes on cancer - and as the data hub for cancer via the European Health Data Space.
In the first Marie Sklodowska-Curie Action call for Postdoctoral Fellowships, 1156 out of 8247 evaluated proposals will be funded, resulting in an overall success rate of 14%. While Swiss institutions cannot host European Fellowships, 16 out of 102 Global Fellowship proposals with a Swiss host in the outgoing phase were successful and will receive funding.
The ERC has published tentative opening and closing dates of calls under Work Programme 2023. After a 2-year transition to the new Framework Programme, these calls will again follow the usual ERC call calendar (with the Advanced Grant closing in May). The dates will be confirmed with the publication of the Work Programme, expected in July.
The opening of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Doctoral Network and Postdoctoral Fellowship calls have both been postponed to 12 May 2022. Euresearch is offering online information events for both Actions in the coming months, outlining how Swiss institutions can still participate as Associated Partners. We are also offering training for Postdoctoral Fellowship applicants.
The 9th Industrie Forum 2025 revolves around Industry 4.0 and the change that the digital transformation is triggering in companies. Experts will share their knowledge and companies will present their practical experiences. The accompanying exhibition will offer a good opportunity to find out about existing solutions.17.05.2022, Windisch
The Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences (SATW) has released an update of their report "Analysis of the innovative power of Swiss industry". The warning signs detected already in the last update (2018) have been confirmed: although industry sectors are developing heterogeneously, the general negative trends are continuing.
The Swiss Biotech Day is one of the leading biotechnology conferences in Europe. An inspiring programme with thematically focused panel discussions, exhibition, company presentations, and partnering are the cornerstones of this networking event’s lively atmosphere. Register today and come and visit the Euresearch booth.02.-03.05.2022, Basel
Euresearch is pleased to invite all Swiss-based researchers and innovators to its annual event! This will be a unique occasion to discover the many opportunities Horizon Europe offers to support your research and/or innovation project. The day will be filled with interesting presentations and networking possibilities. Have a look at the agenda and register now! Participation is free of charge.14.06.2022, Bern
The European Institute of Innovation & Technology (EIT) Health Summit – "where collective ideas transform the future of healthcare" is a community of world-leading healthcare innovators in Europe. Key industry voices will gather at the summit to work towards a vision of sustainable healthcare transformation that has an impact and delivers better care for all citizens. Be part of the discussions on different healthcare topics and register now.24.-25.05.2022, Stockholm
The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions have funded highly skilled researchers for 25 years. At the Anniversary Event, Euresearch will look back on the history of the MSCA together with speakers from the European Commission. We will also present an overview of Swiss participation and stories of researchers who benefitted from one or even more of the Actions.21.06.2022, Bern
Do not miss the next webinars on IP for both Horizon projects and your business:13.04. – IP in EU-funded projects with a special focus on MSCA20.04. – New Copyright Directive27.04. – IP and AI (advanced)28.04. – Freedom to operate05.05. – IP and AI
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