Open Call for Grant Applications

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COST Action AFFECT-EVO “An Evolutionary View to Understanding Affective States Across Species” is pleased to announce the 2nd Grant Period.

We invite applications from researchers at all stages, with special encouragement for:

  • Early-career researchers and innovators (YRI)
  • Participants from Inclusiveness Target Countries (ITC)


Available Funding Opportunities

Grant Type
Purpose
Minimum Grants
Total Budget
Short-Term Scientific Missions (STSMs)
Research visits to a host organization in a different country for specific work
5
€10,500
Virtual Mobility (VM) Grants
Online collaboration, knowledge exchange, learning new techniques
3
€3,725
YRI Conference Grants
Presentation (oral/poster) at high-level third-party conferences for researchers under 40
5
€6,000
ITC Conference Grants
Oral presentations at high-level third-party conferences by participants from ITC/Near Neighbour Countries
5
€6,000
Dissemination Conference Grants
Presenting AFFECT-EVO work at high-level third-party conferences
2
€2,300

Key Dates

  • First application deadline: 9 January 2026
  • Subsequent evaluations: First Monday of each month until funds are exhausted

How to Apply

  1. Submit your application via the e-COST platform: https://e-services.cost.eu
  2. Include all required documentation, in accordance with COST guidelines.
  3. Follow instructions and templates provided in the COST Grant Awarding User Guide.

Recommendation for Applicants:
Engage with your Working Group (WG) leaders early in the application process. Their guidance can significantly enhance the quality and impact of your proposal, particularly for STSM and VM grants.

Contact

For further information or assistance, please contact the Action Grant Awarding Coordinator:
Dr. Uroš Savkovićsavkovic.uros@ibiss.bg.ac.rs

Apply Now

Take advantage of these opportunities to advance your research and contribute to the AFFECT-EVO network.

Submit Your Application via e-COST

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