ECCO Pioneer Award
The ECCO Pioneer Award funds innovative research projects that advance the science, understanding, or treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) in Europe.
Funder: European Crohn’s and Colitis Organisation
Due Dates: April 30, 2026 (Stage 1: Letter of Intent) | September 7, 2026 (Stage 2: Full proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to EUR 300,000 per award; 2 awards available; 24-month project duration.
Summary: Supports innovative, visionary research projects in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) across Europe.
Key Information: ECCO membership and country affiliation required for all applicants.
Description
The ECCO Pioneer Award, offered by the European Crohn’s and Colitis Organisation (ECCO), funds groundbreaking basic or clinical research in all areas related to Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) across Europe. The award aims to promote visionary, interdisciplinary projects that advance the understanding, management, or treatment of IBD. Both single-centre and multicentre project groups are eligible, provided the proposed work can be completed within a 24-month timeframe. The program emphasizes originality, feasibility, and potential impact on the IBD field.
