Overview

2024 marks 40 years since the launch of the EU's first funding programme dedicated to science, research and innovation. Over the last four decades, scientists, researchers and innovators have helped the EU maintain its competitive edge in the global economy. Learn how the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) have helped brilliant researchers develop their skills and achieve scientific breakthroughs, including 18 Nobel Prize laureate and 3 winners of the European Prize for Women Innovators. Read how MSCA has supported 18 Nobel Prize laureates Learn more about the scientific breakthroughs backed by MSCA Read the interview to Anne L'Huillier, 2023 Nobel Prize Laureate in Physics and former MSCA beneficiary Read the interview to Rana Sanyal, winner of the 2024 European Prize for Women Innovators

Interested in applying to the MSCA Staff Exchanges 2026 call? Watch the Information Session recording to learn about the key features of the action, the application process and practical tips for preparing a strong proposal.

The MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships Feedback to Policy Report 2026 gathers insights from fellows on the implementation of the programme under Horizon Europe.Focusing on the non-academic placement introduced in the current framework programme, the report explores motivations, barriers and experiences of fellows, helping inform future developments and strengthen intersectoral mobility in the MSCA.

Interested in the MSCA Staff Exchanges 2026 call?The RADIANCE handbook provides step-by-step advice to help organisations prepare competitive proposals and make the most of international research collaboration opportunities.

The MSCA Co-funding of regional, national and international programmes (COFUND) 2026 call is currently open. The deadline for submission of proposals is 8 April 2026.Under this call, the European Commission will award €105.5 million to support institutional, regional, national and international training and career development programmes for researchers.

The MSCA Staff Exchanges 2026 call is currently open. The deadline for submission of proposals is 16 April 2026.Under this call, the European Commission will allocate €97.9 million to fund projects promoting cooperation between organisations in the EU and around the world in the field of research and innovation.

Are you a current or former MSCA fellow looking for a unique opportunity to connect with Nobel Laureates and 600 young researchers from around the world?The European Commission is offering a limited number of spots for MSCA fellows to participate in the interdisciplinary meeting of Nobel Laureates from 28 June to 3 July 2026.

The European Commission’s annual science fair Science is Wonderful! returns to Brussels from 18 to 20 March 2026 at the Maison de la Poste, Brussels, Belgium. More than 150 researchers from across the world will showcase their work through hands-on experiments, interactive activities and science shows, giving pupils, families and science enthusiasts a chance to discover the excitement of EU-funded research.

The Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA) Annual Conference 2026 will take place on 22–25 April in Brussels, Belgium, and online under the theme “Research careers beyond borders: 30 years of the MSCA.” The flagship event will bring together researchers, policymakers and innovators from around the world to exchange ideas, network and discuss the future of research careers. European Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation, Ekaterina Zaharieva, will deliver a keynote speech on 22 April.

The MSCA Staff Exchanges is the most international and intersectoral initiative within MSCA, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing among academic and industrial organizations across borders.The 2025 Call Information Session aims to provide in-depth information about the key features of the Staff Exchanges Action and how to apply to the call for proposals.