European Research Council

Robert-Jan Smits says move by scientific council sends the wrong message, particularly given the agency is pushing for a bigger budget

Dramatic U-turn by Europe’s premier research agency casts doubt on feasibility of scheme to make scientific papers free to read as soon as they are published

The proposed cut to Horizon Europe draws further criticism, as a parliament analysis warns funding will ‘plunge below current levels’ after pandemic recovery money is spent in 2024

Waldemar Kütt given job 10 months after taking interim role following surprise resignation of his predecessor

ERC confirms it is seeking return of €190,000 in first case of fraud recorded at agency

After the sudden resignation of Mauro Ferrari, EU science administrators fault ‘inadequate’ selection process at European Research Council. It’s all ‘In the rear-view mirror’ now, adds Ferrari

Ex-ERC chief defends his record and says he remains a supporter of the ERC’s objectives