Fostering balanced brain circulation – ERA Talents
The ERA Talents action, part of Horizon Europe, aims to boost the interoperability of careers and employability of research and innovation talents across various sectors, with a strategic focus on widening countries. It addresses the need for structured cross-sectoral talent circulation and academia-business collaboration to foster balanced brain circulation and strengthen research and innovation capacities. This initiative stands out by promoting innovative inter-sectoral exchanges and supporting the professional development of diverse R&I staff.
Who is Funded – ERA Talents for R&I Mobility
The ERA Talents program targets consortia of academic and non-academic organizations, with a strong emphasis on fostering talent mobility and strengthening research and innovation capabilities in widening countries across the EU and Horizon Europe Associated Countries. The primary goal is to achieve a more balanced circulation of talents and enhance collaboration between academia and business sectors.
What is Funded – Supporting R&I Talent Development
The ERA Talents program funds projects focused on intersectoral training and mobility for research and innovation talents across a wide array of scientific and industrial sectors. It supports various activities aimed at enhancing skills, fostering entrepreneurship, and strengthening academia-business collaboration, covering specific costs related to these exchanges and professional development.
Type and Scope of Funding – ERA Talents Financial Support
The ERA Talents program offers grants for Coordination and Support Actions, providing substantial funding amounts per project over a duration of up to four years. The financial support is specifically designed to cover expenses related to inter-sectoral mobility and talent development.
Conditions and Requirements for ERA Talents
Participation in the ERA Talents program is governed by comprehensive conditions and requirements that align with the broader Horizon Europe framework. These stipulations cover consortium composition, application procedures, budgetary allocations, and other operational provisions to ensure effective implementation and maximize impact, especially for widening countries.
Application Procedure for ERA Talents
The application process for ERA Talents involved specific submission procedures and a defined evaluation and selection process. Applicants were required to use call-specific forms and estimate the number of talents involved, with evaluation results communicated after a thorough assessment.
Legal Basis of ERA Talents
The ERA Talents funding program is firmly rooted in the legal framework of Horizon Europe, established by specific EU regulations and detailed work programmes. Access to these foundational texts is provided through official European Union publications and dedicated portals.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
3,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
24,000,000 €
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States and Horizon Europe Associated Countries, with a particular focus on Widening Countries. Cross-border secondments from widening countries require a mandatory return phase. Same-country exchanges are possible if they reinforce regional innovation ecosystems.
Sectors:
Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
ALDA - ASSOCIATION EUROPEENNE POUR LA DEMOCRATIE LOCALE, ASOCIATIA DE STANDARDIZARE DIN ROMANIA, C4G - CONSULTING AND TRAINING NETWORK, LDA, ACROSSLIMITS LTD, SYNYO GmbH, Kreativna laboratorija, ZNANSTVENORAZISKOVALNI CENTER SLOVENSKE AKADEMIJE ZNANOSTI IN UMETNOSTI, VENUSROUZES LABSOLUTIONS, GRANT GARANT SRO, Flow Analysis and Simulation Team, NEVIANA BOUMBAROVA, UNIVERSIDAD DE JAEN, UNIVERSITA TA MALTA, OPENCOM I.S.S.C.
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