The objective of the programme is to support joint research and innovation projects through staff exchanges within partnerships involving universities, research infrastructures, businesses, and other socio-economic actors in Europe and beyond. These collaborations aim to build interdisciplinary, inter-sectoral (academic and non-academic) and international (EU Member States/Associated Countries and non-associated third countries) partnerships, while enabling participating staff to acquire new skills and competences.

Indicative timeline

• 16 December 2025: launch of the call for proposals
• 16 April 2026: deadline for submitting proposals
• September 2026: notification of call results to applicants
• November 2026: grant agreement signature for successful projects
• January 2027: first EU-funded projects start

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