Unlocking ERC and EIC Pathfinder funding

The European Commission has long been a leader in scientific excellence and technological innovation, providing researchers and institutions with the support needed to bring their ideas to life. Among its funding programs, the European Research Council (ERC) and the European Innovation Council (EIC) stand out, each offering unique opportunities tailored to different types of research.

However, one of the key challenges is determining which program best suits a particular project. Is your idea a groundbreaking concept aimed at advancing the frontiers of knowledge in your field? Or is it focused on turning a fundamental discovery into disruptive technology? While both programs embrace risk and ambition, they differ significantly in their scope and purpose. Understanding these differences is essential to making the most of these funding opportunities and answering the question: ERC or EIC Pathfinder—which one is right for you?

Find all the answers you need in our next webinar.

When and where?

Thursday 6 March, at 12.00 a.m. on our GoToWebinar platform – Sign up here!

Agenda

12.00 h. – Welcome and Introduction – Germán Zango, Science & Education Knowledge Area Leader at Zabala Innovation

• Introduction to Zabala Innovation and its role in European R&D&I funding
• Understanding ERC and EIC Pathfinder programs and their funding opportunities

12.05 h. – Key Insights on ERC and EIC Pathfinder – Germán Zango, Science & Education Knowledge Area Leader at Zabala Innovation

• ERC: Focus on scientific excellence and frontier research. Key features, eligibility criteria and funding opportunities – Germán Zango, Science & Education Knowledge Area Leader
• ERC Success Story – Miriam Osés, ERC Starting 2022 grantee, Universidad Pública de Navarra
• EIC: Supporting breakthrough innovation and disruptive technologies. Differences between Pathfinder Open and Pathfinder Challenges – Sara Mateo, Entrepreneurship Knowledge Area Leader at Zabala Innovation
• EIC Pathfinder Success Story – Javier Uranga, META-BRAIN project partner at Zabala Innovation

12.25 h. ERC vs. EIC Pathfinder: Which is the right fit for your project? Closing remarks and next steps – Javier Uranga, Entrepreneurship Consultant at Zabala Innovation

12.30 h. Q&A Session

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