UNDERSTANDING the ERA DIMENSION of HORIZON EUROPE: STRATEGIES, INSIGHTS & REAL PROJECT EXPERIENCES ►
How does the European Research Area (ERA) translate from policy vision into concrete opportunities for researchers and institutions—especially those in widening countries? In this episode of EURAXESS Smart Talks, we dive deep into the ERA dimension of Horizon Europe and explore how to build competitive, high‑impact WIDERA proposals.
You’ll hear expert insights from:
- Siiri Kolka – National Contact Point, ERA specialist
- Damir Hasković – Coordinator of the Next Tech Talents project
- Kārlis Krēsliņš – Project partner and university representative
Together, they unpack the ERA pillars, discuss what makes a successful ERA proposal, and share hands‑on experiences from the recently funded Next Tech Talents initiative—focused on strengthening deep‑tech ecosystems and improving researcher career pathways in Europe.
Whether you’re a researcher, proposal writer, project manager, or institutional leader, this episode helps you understand the ERA logic, avoid common pitfalls, and recognize how ERA‑funded actions support systemic change across Europe.