ERA Chairs
The ERA Chairs program, part of Horizon Europe, is designed to significantly enhance research and innovation performance in eligible Widening countries. It achieves this by attracting outstanding researchers and innovators to lead new research teams and implement structural changes within host institutions. The program aims to foster brain circulation and strengthen human capital in less-developed European regions.
Who is Funded
The ERA Chairs program is specifically designed to fund universities and research organizations in European Widening countries, aiming to boost their research excellence and attract top scientific talent. The program's core objective is to reduce disparities in research and innovation across Europe by fostering 'brain gain' and promoting institutional reforms.
What is Funded
The ERA Chairs program funds activities centered around establishing a strong research group led by an ERA Chair holder within a beneficiary institution. The scope covers a wide range of scientific and innovation domains and specifies eligible cost categories, including personnel, recruitment, and certain research-related expenses. The projects primarily aim to advance institutional research capacity and performance.
Type and Scope of Funding
The ERA Chairs program provides grant funding with a 100% reimbursement rate for direct costs, complemented by a flat rate for indirect costs. The indicative funding amount per project ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 million EUR, and projects can last up to five years, promoting sustained institutional development.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to specific conditions for application, team formation, and financial management. Key requirements include strict formatting for submissions, rules for consortium composition, and limitations on budget allocation. The program also emphasizes compliance with broader ERA principles and gender equality.
Application Procedure
The application process for the ERA Chairs program involves a single-stage submission followed by a unique rebuttal mechanism, allowing applicants to respond to evaluator comments. The evaluation is conducted by expert evaluators, and results are communicated within a defined timeframe, with specific prioritization for equally ranked proposals.
Legal Basis
The ERA Chairs program is firmly rooted in the European Union's legal framework, drawing its authority from comprehensive Horizon Europe regulations and associated financial and procedural guidelines. These foundational documents ensure transparency, fairness, and compliance throughout the program's lifecycle.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
Indicative range of 1,500,000 € to 2,500,000 €; actual amounts determined during evaluation.
Allocated Budget:
EUR 80.00 million
Deadline:
15.03.2022
Open Until:
15.03.2022
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Widening countries (for coordinators); any country except the coordinator's country (for partners).
Sectors:
Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
EducationalandResearch
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Partner institutions (e.g., current employer of the ERA Chair holder) are possible.
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