Fifty-seven research groups will receive a total of €571 million to address some of the most complex scientific problems, covering a wide range of disciplines. The ERC Synergy Grants foster collaboration between outstanding researchers, enabling them to combine their expertise, knowledge and resources to push the boundaries of scientific discovery. This funding is part of the EU’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme.

Iliana Ivanova, Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth, said:

‘Innovation thrives on collaboration, especially when tackling the pressing scientific challenges of our time. The ERC Synergy Grants work with Horizon Europe funding to connect brilliant minds across borders and disciplines, enabling them to push the frontiers of knowledge together. I am particularly delighted to see researchers from countries with historically fewer ERC grants among the awardees, reflecting our mission to foster scientific excellence across Europe.’ 

President of the European Research Council, Prof. Maria Leptin, said: 

‘It is so inspiring to see how the Synergy Grants bring together remarkable researchers from many disciplines, countries and even continents, united by their ambition to tackle difficult research questions. Many of the teams include a researcher based outside Europe, which shows the global and open character of these grants. Congratulations to all the winners – I much look forward to following their progress as they push our boundaries of knowledge.’ 

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