ERC CONSOLIDATOR GRANTS

The ERC Consolidator Grants are aimed at supporting individual researchers who are in the process of consolidating their independent research teams or programmes. Eligibility is primarily based on the Principal Investigator's career stage and the location of their host institution within the EU or an Associated Country. The overarching objective is to foster frontier research excellence.

The ERC Consolidator Grant supports a wide range of scientific and scholarly endeavors classified under broad disciplinary domains. Funding is provided primarily for direct research costs, with specific exclusions for certain personnel expenses. The grants are designed for projects at various stages of research development, focusing on pioneering scientific inquiry.

The ERC Consolidator Grant provides substantial financial support in the form of grants to individual Principal Investigators. The funding aims to cover research costs over a defined project duration, supporting long-term, ambitious scientific endeavors.

Applicants and host institutions must adhere to specific conditions concerning proposal submission, Principal Investigator commitments, and ethical considerations. These conditions ensure compliance with EU regulations and the integrity of the research process.

The application process for ERC Consolidator Grants is a structured, multi-step online submission, followed by a rigorous two-stage peer-review evaluation. This transparent process ensures that only the most excellent and ground-breaking research proposals receive funding.

The ERC Consolidator Grant operates under a clear legal framework established by specific EU programs and regulations, ensuring accountability and adherence to European research policies.