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Are you currently an MSCA fellow in the field of physiology or medicine? Apply for the opportunity to attend the 76th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting, taking place from 27 June to 2 July 2027 in Lindau, Germany.

The meeting will bring together Nobel Laureates and young scientists from around the world for scientific exchange, networking and inspiration. Apply by 4 October 2026 at 13:00 CEST for the chance to take part.

Through training, mobility and international collaboration, the MSCA supports research and innovation across space science, space-enabled applications and technologies.

The recently published MSCA Factsheet on Space Research showcases how the programme contributes to the field, featuring key figures and examples from over 360 MSCA projects and €215 million in funding for space-related research.

What difference does an MSCA doctorate make? A new study comparing MSCA and non-MSCA doctoral programmes finds that more than 9 in 10 participants recognise the added value of MSCA doctoral training.

The findings show that 90% of MSCA PhD graduates are employed within one year and are 3.5 times more likely to work beyond academia. Their international, interdisciplinary and intersectoral experience also helps equip them with the skills needed for a wide range of careers.

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Planning to apply to the MSCA Doctoral Networks 2026 call?

The Doctoral Networks handbook offers practical guidance for applicants, including tips on preparing strong proposals and understanding the key requirements of the Doctoral Networks scheme.

Get ready for a night of science! On 25 September 2026, the European Researchers’ Night will bring research closer to the public through events taking place across 40 countries.

Meet researchers and enjoy experiments, workshops, demonstrations and science shows for all ages. Save the date and stay tuned – the map of activities across Europe and beyond will be updated in due course with more information on events near you.

More than a century after Marie Skłodowska-Curie transformed our understanding of radioactivity, her belief in science that crosses disciplines and borders continues to resonate with researchers today.

Horizon Magazine looks at her lasting legacy and how the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions have carried this spirit forward by supporting researchers, international mobility and collaboration across Europe and beyond for 30 years.

As Europe increases its reliance on renewable energy, finding efficient ways to store power from sources such as wind and solar is becoming increasingly important for a stable and resilient energy system.

EU-funded researchers are developing new energy storage technologies that could help balance supply and demand, make better use of renewable electricity and support the EU’s transition towards climate neutrality.

In the second edition of Letter to my younger self, former MSCA fellow Barbara Milutinovic writes to her 12-year-old self about the curiosity, self-doubt and resilience that shaped her journey as a scientist.

She reflects on moving abroad, finding her own research path and how her MSCA fellowship gave her the space to take risks and pursue unconventional ideas.

In the first edition of Letter to my younger self, former MSCA fellow and neuroscientist Rui Rodrigues looks back at the curiosity that led him to study the brain and the doubts he faced along the way.

In his letter, he reflects on impostor syndrome, ambition and finding confidence in his own ideas, and how receiving an MSCA fellowship became a turning point in his research career.

The May edition of MSCA Fellow of the Month features Aldo Ricardo Almeida Robles, whose research uses moss to investigate how plants form the tissues that transport water and provide structural support.

By studying these fundamental biological processes, his MSCA research could help us better understand wood formation and contribute to more sustainable ways of producing and using wood-based resources.

The June edition of MSCA Fellow of the Month features Daniela Portella Sampaio, whose research explores how international cooperation can help protect Antarctica and strengthen the governance of a continent that belongs to no single country.

Through her MSCA-funded POLARPOL project, she examines how states and other actors work together within the Antarctic Treaty System, and what this cooperation means for the future protection of one of the planet’s most unique and vulnerable regions.

Inspired by diving birds, former MSCA fellow Prof. Raphael Zufferey developed robots capable of moving between air and water. His MSCA-funded research was recently featured on the cover of Science and laid the foundations for his current work at MIT.

In this interview celebrating 30 years of the MSCA, he reflects on his research journey and how the fellowship gave him the freedom to pursue ambitious ideas.

The MSCA Doctoral Networks 2026 call is open for submissions, with €593 million available to fund doctoral programmes in all scientific fields.

MSCA Doctoral Networks support partnerships of organisations from different socio-economic sectors across Europe and beyond to train highly skilled doctoral candidates, enhance their innovation capacities and boost their long-term employability.

We spoke with Prof. Philippe Aghion, Professor at the Collège de France, former MSCA researcher and scientific coordinator, and recipient of the 2025 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel.

As part of the 30th anniversary of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA), he shares his views on why Europe must continue investing in fundamental research, scientific excellence and research talent to remain at the forefront of global research and innovation.

The European Commission is inviting young people, organisations and stakeholders to contribute to the public consultation on the next EU Youth Strategy.

Open until 16 July 2026, the consultation will help shape future EU youth policies and priorities, ensuring that the voices of young people across Europe are reflected in the strategy beyond 2027.

Through training, mobility and international collaboration, the MSCA has long supported research and innovation in quantum science and technologies.

The recently published MSCA Factsheet on Quantum Science showcases how the programme contributes to advancing the field, featuring key figures and examples from nearly 600 MSCA projects helping drive Europe’s leadership in quantum research and innovation.

Through training, mobility and international collaboration, the MSCA has long supported research on equality, diversity and inclusion across Europe and beyond.

The MSCA Factsheet on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) showcases how the programme contributes to advancing the field, featuring key figures and examples from around 600 MSCA projects addressing topics such as gender equality, non-discrimination, migration and integration, social inclusion and access to opportunities.

The recently updated MSCA Factsheet highlights nearly 30 years of EU support for researchers’ skills development, mobility and career growth.

Discover the latest figures and milestones from the programme, which has supported more than 150,000 researchers worldwide, including 23 Nobel laureates.

The 2026 edition of IRRADIUM, the annual magazine of the Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA), is now available.

This year’s edition features a wide range of articles reflecting on the impact of the MSCA on researchers’ careers and the growing role of the MCAA within Europe’s research and innovation ecosystem.