European Research Council Synergy Grant

Sponsor’s Website

Visit the European Research Council website for more information on the Synergy Grant.

Internal Contact

Asli Eran: horizoneurope@cunet.carleton.ca

Deadlines

Dates are anticipated and subject to change.

Overview

For projects carried out by a group of two to four Principal Investigators (PIs) jointly addressing ambitious research problems.

Applications can be made in all scientific fields, but must demonstrate that the proposed research cannot be carried out by a single PI working alone. Proposals are evaluated on the sole criterion of scientific excellence which takes on the additional meaning of outstanding intrinsic synergetic effect.

Value and Duration

Up to a maximum of €10 million for a period of six years (pro rata for projects of shorter duration).

An additional €4 million can be requested to cover eligible “start-up” costs for researchers moving from a third country to the EU or an associated country and/or the purchase of major equipment and/or access to large facilities and/or other major experimental and field work costs.

Eligibility

Research must be conducted by all PIs in a public or private research organization. PIs must present a competitive track record as appropriate to their career stage.

For more information on eligibility criteria.

Submitting Your Application

Synergy Grant applications need to include the administrative forms, the research proposal and the supplementary documents.

Proposals are submitted by the corresponding PI (i.e., the PI designated to be the administrative contact point for their group). Completed proposals are submitted through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal.

An internal cuResearch Approval Form is needed prior to submission.