ERC Public Engagement with Research Award 2026
The ERC Public Engagement with Research Award honors ERC-funded researchers for outstanding science communication and public engagement activities that connect their research with wider society.
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Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: January 15, 2026 (Application submission deadline, 17:00 CET)
Funding Amounts: Up to 8 prizes of €10,000 each; total prize pool €80,000.
Summary: Recognizes ERC Principal Investigators for outstanding public engagement and science communication activities linked to ERC-funded research.
Key Information: Only ERC grantees with projects ongoing or ended after 31 Dec 2023 are eligible.
Description
This recognition prize from the European Research Council (ERC) aims to honor Principal Investigators (PIs) who excel at engaging audiences beyond academia with their ERC-funded research. The award seeks to highlight best practices in science communication and motivate more ERC grantees to develop impactful public engagement activities. Eligible activities include citizen science, public outreach, and initiatives that foster consultation and exchange with citizen groups—each intended to raise awareness, address societal challenges, or contribute to public debate based on ERC research outcomes.
