EUPopLink Call for Virtual Mobility Grants

By elnes , 7 September, 2026
EUPopLink

The COST Action EUPopLink (CA23102) announces a call for applications for Virtual Mobility. Virtual Mobility Grants support online collaborative activities aimed at strengthening cooperation among EUPopLink partners and advancing the dissemination activities of EUPopLink across participating countries.

Duration and Location

All Virtual Mobility activities must be completed by October 5, 2026.

Financial Support

Successful applicants may receive a grant of up to €1500.

Obligations

Virtual Mobility should contribute to the objectives of the EUPopLink Action and foster scientific collaboration, knowledge exchange, and networking among researchers within the Action.

Reporting and Grant Claims

Within 30 days of completing the activity, grantees must submit the following via the e-COST system:

  1. A formal claim for the payment of the grant.
  2. A scientific report to the Action MC detailing the main achievements and planned future follow-up activities.

Eligibility

Virtual Mobility Grants are open to:

  • Open to Young Researchers and Innovators (YRI) and Senior Researchers.
  • Applicants must be enrolled in an official research program (PhD/Postdoc) or be employed by/affiliated with a research-performing institution.
  • The proposed Virtual Mobility must contribute to the scientific objectives of the EUPopLink Action. 

Priorities

Priority will be given to:

●       Young Researchers and Innovators (YRI) and researchers from Inclusiveness Target Countries (ITC).

●       Members of EUPopLink Working Groups (gender balance will also be considered).

Timeline

  • Application Deadline: September 15, 2026 (12:00 PM Brussels time).
  • Results Announcement: September 16, 2026.

How to Apply

Submit your application via e-COST. You may need to create an account first. Select Action Number CA23102. For detailed guidance, please consult the COST Action Grant Awarding Guide.

Required Documents:

  1. Virtual Mobility Grant Application (e-COST template).
  2. CV.

Questions? Contact Grant Awarding Coordinator Dr Egle Butkeviciene (egle.butkeviciene@ktu.lt) or the EUPopLink Scientific Secretaries (eupoplink@polsci.auth.gr).

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