ERC AdG 2026: Senior PI Success Strategy

Live Webinar · 1 July 2026 EUR 747 million in funding. Around 294 grants expected. A success rate of just 8–10%. For ERC Advanced Grants, the scientific idea matters — but the Principal Investigator’s track record is often what determines whether a proposal progresses beyond Step 1. Many applications are effectively filtered out before feasibility is even discussed. This focused 90-minute webinar explains how ERC AdG evaluation works in 2026, what evaluators look for in the PI profile, and how successful applicants structure their Part I and Part II documents. With the 27 August 2026 deadline approaching — and the August holiday period reducing preparation time — this session helps senior researchers sharpen their positioning before submission.

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ERC AdG Proposal Success Lab Live Course
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ERC AdG Proposal Success Lab

Half-Day Live Course · 8 July 2026

Three and a half hours of focused writing on your B1 extended synopsis and PI track record under live coaching from a former ERC evaluator. This lab works directly on your draft — not on generic templates.

Book my seat — EUR 350

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, 8 July 2026
Time: 11:00 – 14:30 CET
Format: Live workshop on Zoom
Price: EUR 350

Why Attend

ERC Advanced Grant proposals are often decided on two elements:

  • The B1 extended synopsis

  • The Principal Investigator’s track record

Both require a very specific style of writing — one that demonstrates intellectual ambition, high-risk/high-gain thinking, and scientific leadership.

This live 3.5-hour workshop gives you direct evaluator-style coaching on both sections, using mark-ups based on funded proposal patterns and the updated 5-page Part I structure.

You leave with:

  • A stronger B1 narrative

  • A clearer positioning of novelty and ambition

  • Better framing of high-risk/high-gain methodology

  • A more strategic presentation of your track record

  • A refined institutional support narrative

  • A free pre-submission evaluation before submission

This is live proposal work, not a lecture.

Is This For You?

A good fit if you are:

  • A senior Principal Investigator with 10+ years of post-PhD experience preparing an ERC Advanced Grant application

  • A university or research institute office supporting ERC AdG candidates

  • Ready to bring at least:

    • The research concept, and

    • A draft outline of the B1 section

Not the right fit if:

  • The candidate’s profile aligns better with ERC Starting Grant (StG) or Consolidator Grant (CoG)

In that case, the introductory webinar is the better place to confirm programme fit.

What You Walk Out With

01 — Structure of the Two Core Parts

Clear guidance on how to build the two sections that drive ERC AdG evaluation success.

02 — B1 Extended Synopsis Review

Your synopsis reviewed and marked up live against evaluator expectations.

03 — Track Record Positioning

Strategic sectioning of the 10-year record, including how to frame achievements and select signals that matter.

04 — High-Risk / High-Gain Methodology Framing

Language and positioning strategies for presenting ambitious and unconventional research convincingly.

05 — Host Commitment Letter

A stronger institutional commitment narrative that demonstrates genuine backing and support.

06 — Resources & Budget Positioning

A realistic and evaluator-aligned budget strategy within the EUR 2.5 million framework.

How the 3.5 Hours Run

01 — Part I (5 Pages): Structure, Opening & Novelty Positioning

40 min

02 — Part II / B1 Extended Synopsis: Live Mark-Up

50 min

03 — Track Record: 10-Year Window & Scoring Signals

35 min

04 — Methodology Language for High-Risk Framing

30 min

05 — Host Commitment Letter & Resources Budget

25 min

06 — Action List & Free Evaluation Booking

10 min

Included Bonus

Free Pre-Submission Evaluation

Every participant receives one free in-depth evaluation of their complete ERC application before submission.

  • Delivered approximately 10 days before the submission deadline

  • Booked after the workshop

  • Included in the EUR 350 fee

You also receive:

  • Full workshop recording (available for 30 days)

  • Free pre-submission evaluation session

EUR 350 — Book My Seat

Who Runs It

Nikolaos Floratos

EU funding consultant since 2002 with more than 20 years of experience as a European Commission evaluator across H2020, Horizon Europe, and EIC programmes.

  • 50,000+ researchers and innovation actors trained

  • Experience across 45+ countries

  • Ranked among the top Google results for EU funding expertise

What You Will Not Get

No copy-paste template.
No guarantee of funding success.
No proxy writing service.

Your proposal remains your own work — professionally reviewed, challenged, and strengthened.

If the current track record does not yet align with ERC Advanced Grant expectations, you will be told directly during the first hour and refunded on the spot.

Common Questions

Do I need a finished draft?

No. Three sections at first-draft level are enough. Bring what you have.

Can two people from the same organisation attend on one ticket?

Yes. Two named participants are included per ticket. Additional seats are EUR 100 each.

Is the recording shared?

Yes. The recording is sent within 24 hours and remains available for 30 days. Your draft is never shared.

What if I cannot attend on the date?

You may transfer your seat to the next cohort of the same course at no additional cost.

Refund policy?

Full refund up to 7 days before the event. After that, your ticket may be transferred to the next cohort or to a colleague.

Questions?

Email: nf@cyberall-access.com

EUR 300 (+ 19% VAT)

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ERC AdG 2026: Senior PI Success Strategy
Full Price ERC AdG 2026: Senior PI Success Strategy Webinar

Live Webinar · 1 July 2026 EUR 747 million in funding. Around 294 grants expected. A success rate of just 8–10%. For ERC Advanced Grants, the scientific idea matters — but the Principal Investigator’s track record is often what determines whether a proposal progresses beyond Step 1. Many applications are effectively filtered out before feasibility is even discussed. This focused 90-minute webinar explains how ERC AdG evaluation works in 2026, what evaluators look for in the PI profile, and how successful applicants structure their Part I and Part II documents. With the 27 August 2026 deadline approaching — and the August holiday period reducing preparation time — this session helps senior researchers sharpen their positioning before submission.

ERC AdG 2026: Senior PI Success Strategy

Live Webinar · 1 July 2026

EUR 747 million in funding. Around 294 grants expected. A success rate of just 8–10%.

For ERC Advanced Grants, the scientific idea matters — but the Principal Investigator’s track record is often what determines whether a proposal progresses beyond Step 1.

Many applications are effectively filtered out before feasibility is even discussed.

This focused 90-minute webinar explains how ERC AdG evaluation works in 2026, what evaluators look for in the PI profile, and how successful applicants structure their Part I and Part II documents.

With the 27 August 2026 deadline approaching — and the August holiday period reducing preparation time — this session helps senior researchers sharpen their positioning before submission.

Webinar Details

Date: Wednesday, 1 July 2026
Time: 11:30 – 13:00 CET
Format: Live Zoom + 14-day recording access
Price: EUR 50

Reserve Your Seat — EUR 50

Why Attend

ERC Advanced Grants are among the most competitive funding instruments in Europe.

The evaluation process places exceptional weight on:

  • The PI’s achievements over the last decade

  • Intellectual leadership

  • Research independence

  • Groundbreaking ambition

  • Track-record signals that demonstrate field-shaping influence

This webinar explains:

  • The updated Part I and Part II structure

  • What “feasibility assessed only at Step 2” means in practice

  • Which track-record indicators evaluators score highly

  • Patterns seen in previously funded ERC AdG proposals

You will leave with a clearer understanding of how to position both your scientific vision and your academic profile competitively.

What You Will Walk Away With

1. Understand the New Part I and Part II Structure

Learn how the revised ERC AdG application structure changes proposal strategy and emphasis.

2. Clarify What Step 1 Evaluation Really Focuses On

Understand how feasibility assessment has shifted and what evaluators now prioritise during the first stage.

3. Identify the Track-Record Signals That Score 5/5

Discover the publication, leadership, supervision, and recognition patterns associated with successful applications.

4. Learn What Successful ERC AdG Applications Have in Common

See recurring characteristics and positioning strategies found in funded proposals.

Who Runs the Webinar

Nikolaos Floratos

EU funding consultant since 2002 and European Commission evaluator with more than 20 years of experience across Horizon 2020, Horizon Europe, and EIC programmes.

  • 50,000+ researchers and innovation actors trained

  • Experience across 45+ countries

  • Extensive ERC evaluation and proposal-coaching background

Who Should Attend

This webinar is designed for:

  • Senior principal investigators

  • Researchers with 10+ years of post-PhD experience

  • University research offices

  • Research infrastructures

  • Grants and funding-support professionals

  • ERC AdG candidates preparing for the August 2026 deadline

Included with Your Registration

Your EUR 50 registration includes:

  • Live webinar access

  • 14-day webinar recording

  • Q&A session

  • EUR 50 discount toward the ERC AdG Proposal Success Lab

Next Step: ERC AdG Proposal Success Lab · 8 July 2026

A 3.5-hour live workshop focused on strengthening your ERC AdG proposal under evaluator-style guidance.

Includes:

  • B1 extended synopsis development

  • PI track-record positioning

  • Proposal framing and narrative refinement

  • Live coaching from a former evaluator

  • In-depth evaluation before submission

Webinar participants receive EUR 50 off the EUR 350 follow-up course.

Frequently Asked Questions

I cannot attend live. Will I receive the recording?

Yes. The recording is sent within 24 hours and remains available for 14 days.

Is this only for first-time applicants?

No. Resubmissions benefit equally. Most unsuccessful ERC applications fail because of positioning and presentation strategy rather than scientific ambition.

Can the EUR 50 webinar fee be applied to the course fee?

Yes. Attendees receive a EUR 50 discount code for the follow-up course.

Questions?

Email: nf@cyberall-access.com

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