ERC publications

This Annual Report portrays the results and achievements of the ERC in 2020, a year of loss and a year of hope, but also a year of faith in science and of trust in the researchers and in the European institutions that support them.

The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in an enormous health, economic and societal global impact. In this context, over 180 ongoing or completed ERC projects generate knowledge and technology that contribute to the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This ERC portfolio of projects forms part of the extensive EU response to the COVID-19 pandemic as regards to the research and innovation efforts.

Annual report on the ERC activities and achievements in 2019

The event will highlight how curiosity-driven research funded by the ERC contributes to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It will take stock of relevant research supported by the ERC and will provide a networking forum for ERC-funded researchers as well as for policy-makers.

This brochure is published on the occasion of the 8th European Conference for Aeronautics and Space Sciences (EUCASS 2019), taking place from 1 to 4 July in Madrid (Spain).

‘Microbiome’ is a term used to describe the community of microorganisms and their genetic information that inhabit a confined environmental niche, such as a host organism, soil or the ocean. The microbiome composition varies substantially depending on the environmental niche and can include different bacteria, archaea, fungi and viruses. Research has shown that these communities of microbes play crucial roles in host physiology and…

Understanding turbulent political times through innovative EU‑funded research

Annual Report on the ERC activities and achievements in 2018

Are you a researcher based in Brazil? Gain experience in Europe, go on a research visit to an ERC team!

Opportunities to visit research teams in Europe