Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: October 30, 2025 (opens) | February 11, 2026 (deadline, 17:00 Brussels time)
Funding Amounts: €1,000,000 total; typically funds 3–5 PhD positions per project.
Summary: Supports consortia to create 3–5 PhD positions advancing rail research, focusing on noise barriers, smart grids, and sustainability in collaboration with industry and Europe’s Rail JU.
Key Information: Proposals must be submitted by consortia; topics may be proposed beyond those specified.