Call for applications: seed funding for collaborative research initiatives
The ENGAGE.EU Research Label is now open for applications, offering dedicated seed funding to support innovative, collaborative scientific initiatives across our European alliance.
This call encourages participation from both senior and early-stage researchers, including PhD students, who want to explore new research frontiers, build long-term partnerships, and make an impact through international collaboration.
The funding targets small-scale, time-limited, bottom-up projects that align with ENGAGE.EU’s mission, with a particular focus on empowering early-stage researchers.
Let your ideas take root with the ENGAGE.EU Research Label, and become part of a growing community of engaged impact-driven scholars.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Information webinar: May 6 12-13
To participate at the information webinar on May 6, please follow this zoom link. - Application deadline: May 31
- Results announced: early July
Who can apply
To qualify, proposed initiatives must:
- Involve at least three ENGAGE.EU partner universities (projects with four or more partners are strongly encouraged).
- Address at least one United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG).
- Not receive funding from Horizon Europe or Erasmus+ for the same initiative.
(Note: The Research Label cannot fund projects aimed at applying for EU funding)
How to Apply
Visit the following pages for more details about the programme and the application process:
- Information about the 2025 research seed funding initiative
- Application form (download)
- Budget template