European funder must increase capacity to meet the ambition of scientists

The European Research Council (ERC) — an important funder that is investing €16 billion (US$18.7 billion) in research between 2021 and 2027 — announced changes to its eligibility rules for grant applicants on 16 April. In a letter to researchers , ERC president Maria Leptin explained that the restrictions were necessary to respond to the “sharp increase in applications”. …