Editorial – Why public engagement with research matters
The importance of public engagement in research cannot be overstated in an era where scientific advancements shape our world. The ERC’s Public Engagement in Research Award (PERA) plays a significant role in encouraging ERC-funded researchers to…
Breaking waves: science in the Aran Islands
Frédéric Dias integrated local expertise from Ireland’s Aran Islands into ocean wave research, advancing science and strengthening community resilience.‘As part of the HIGHWAVE project, we built a research station on the Aran Islands to observe the…
Helping families through public health crises
Lucie Cluver transformed her evidence-based parenting programme into accessible multimedia resources during the COVID-19 pandemic. By mobilising NGOs, volunteers, and social media influencers, her outreach efforts reached millions of families…
Bringing food science to the public
Mathilde Touvier helps shape the conversation around science and public health. She provides tools for informed food choices and advocates for policies that aim to make healthier options more accessible to all.‘Everyone makes daily food choices,…
How science meets community to create impact
Tobias Hauser has bridged the gap between neuroscience and community needs by co-creating an interactive resource on obsessive-compulsive disorder. Imagine being trapped in a cycle of unwanted thoughts and compulsions, unable to break free. This is…
13 - 14
March
2025
9:00-
16:30
ERC grantees at Science is Wonderful! – 2025 edition
The “Science is Wonderful!” fair is an annual event organised by the European Commission that brings the world of cutting-edge research to young scientists in primary and secondary schools all over Europe.The upcoming edition will take place in…
The “Science is Wonderful!” fair is an annual event organised by the European Commission that brings the world of cutting-edge research to young scientists in primary and secondary…
The “Science is Wonderful!” fair is an annual event organised by the European Commission that brings the world of cutting-edge research to young…
The “Science is Wonderful!” fair is an annual event organised by the European Commission that brings the world of cutting-edge research to young scientists in primary and…
The “Science is Wonderful!” fair is an annual event organised by the European Commission that brings the world of cutting…
Royal Museum for Central Africa in Tervuren, Belgium
Scientific Conference
24
October
2024
18:30-
19:30
ERC Public Engagement with Research Award 2024 Ceremony
The ERC Public Engagement with Research Award is given to ERC grantees who have successfully engaged audiences outside their domain in the design, conduct, or dissemination of research, helping to bridge the gap between science and society.This year…
The ERC Public Engagement with Research Award is given to ERC grantees who have successfully engaged audiences outside their domain in the design, conduct, or dissemination of research…
The ERC Public Engagement with Research Award is given to ERC grantees who have successfully engaged audiences outside their domain in the design,…
The ERC Public Engagement with Research Award is given to ERC grantees who have successfully engaged audiences outside their domain in the design, conduct, or dissemination…
The ERC Public Engagement with Research Award is given to ERC grantees who have successfully engaged audiences outside their…
Le Plaza Hotel, Brussels, Belgium
ERC celebrations
27
September
2024
18:00-
23:00
ERC grantees at the European Researchers’ Night – 2024 edition
Come join us to celebrate science across Europe! The European Researchers’ Night is the largest science outreach event in Europe. In 2024 and 2025, 47 projects will run events in 23 countries.Universities and research institutes across Europe will…
Come join us to celebrate science across Europe! The European Researchers’ Night is the largest science outreach event in Europe. In 2024 and 2025, 47 projects will run events in 23…
Come join us to celebrate science across Europe! The European Researchers’ Night is the largest science outreach event in Europe. In 2024 and 2025,…
Come join us to celebrate science across Europe! The European Researchers’ Night is the largest science outreach event in Europe. In 2024 and 2025, 47 projects will run…
Come join us to celebrate science across Europe! The European Researchers’ Night is the largest science outreach event in…
Multiple locations
The ERC selects partner for its Science Journalism Initiative
The European Research Council has selected a consortium of organisations that will support science journalists’ stays at research institutions across Europe.
The European Research Council has selected a consortium of organisations that will support science journalists’ stays at research institutions across Europe.
The European Research Council has selected a consortium of organisations that will support science journalists’ stays at research institutions across…
The European Research Council has selected a consortium of organisations that will support science journalists’ stays at research institutions across Europe.
The European Research Council has selected a consortium of organisations that will support science journalists’ stays at…
Press release
16 - 17
March
2023
8:30-
17:00
ERC grantees at Science is Wonderful! – 2023 edition
The “Science is Wonderful!” fair is an annual event that brings the world of cutting-edge research to young scientists in primary and secondary schools all over Europe.The upcoming edition will take place in Brussels on 16 17 March 2023 at the…
The “Science is Wonderful!” fair is an annual event that brings the world of cutting-edge research to young scientists in primary and secondary schools all over Europe.The upcoming…
The “Science is Wonderful!” fair is an annual event that brings the world of cutting-edge research to young scientists in primary and secondary…
The “Science is Wonderful!” fair is an annual event that brings the world of cutting-edge research to young scientists in primary and secondary schools all over Europe.The…
The “Science is Wonderful!” fair is an annual event that brings the world of cutting-edge research to young scientists in…
Brussels
