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ERC Grants from Draft to Interview
A 3-hour hands-on workshop for all ERC grant types — Starting Grant, Consolidator Grant, Advanced Grant, and Synergy Grant.
About ERC 360
ERC 360 is a focused preparation workshop developed by Dr. Shiri Yaniv and Meital Salmor to help researchers craft competitive ERC proposals and prepare for interviews. The workshop bridges scientific writing and presentation strategy to help participants align with ERC reviewer expectations.
Designed for researchers at all career stages, ERC 360 provides practical tools and strategies that translate complex scientific ideas into compelling grant narratives. Our approach combines rigorous academic standards with strategic communication techniques that resonate with ERC evaluation panels.
Whether you're preparing your first Starting Grant application or refining an Advanced Grant proposal, ERC 360 offers actionable insights that enhance both written submissions and interview performance.
Workshop Format
  • 3-hour intensive session
  • On campus or online delivery
  • Interactive group exercises
  • Individual feedback opportunities
  • Reusable templates and checklists
What You'll Gain
ERC 360 equips you with concrete skills and strategic insights that directly improve your proposal quality and interview confidence. Our workshop focuses on practical, immediately applicable techniques.
Stronger Proposal Structure
Master the art of organizing B1 and B2 sections with clarity and coherence. Learn how to construct narratives that guide reviewers through your research vision while maintaining scientific rigor and innovation focus.
Targeted Grant Strategy
Align your narrative with ERC evaluation criteria including ground-breaking nature, methodology, and potential impact. Understand what reviewers prioritize and how to address evaluation dimensions effectively.
Interview Readiness
Practice your 10-minute presentation and navigate challenging Q&A scenarios. Develop techniques for articulating complex ideas concisely while demonstrating scientific leadership and project feasibility.
Insights That Stick
Take home practical writing templates, presentation frameworks, and evaluation checklists. These reusable tools support your current application and future grant endeavors across funding agencies.
Workshop Curriculum
ERC 360 is structured as three complementary modules that build comprehensive grant preparation competencies. Each module combines instruction, practice, and feedback.
01
Writing the ERC Proposal
Develop compelling narrative flow that captures reviewer attention from the opening paragraphs. Identify and avoid common pitfalls in B1 and B2 sections, including insufficient problem framing, unclear methodology, and weak impact statements. Learn structural techniques that enhance clarity while preserving scientific depth.
02
Interview Simulation & Feedback
Practice presenting your research vision in a timed 10-minute format that balances breadth and depth. Participate in Q&A simulations that mirror actual ERC interview dynamics. Receive constructive feedback on presentation structure, slide design, and response strategies while developing reviewer mindset awareness.
03
ERC Evaluation Mindset
Understand how reviewers assess proposals against ground-breaking criteria and scientific excellence standards. Learn to translate technical research into compelling stories that demonstrate innovation, feasibility, and transformative potential. Apply evaluation frameworks to strengthen your own application.

Suitable for all ERC schemes: Starting Grant, Consolidator Grant, Advanced Grant, and Synergy Grant. Available in on-campus or online format to accommodate institutional preferences and participant locations.
Meet the Instructors
ERC 360 is led by two experts who bring complementary expertise in scientific writing and research communication, with extensive experience supporting successful ERC applications.
Dr. Shiri Yaniv
Scientific writer specializing in ERC and Horizon Europe grants with over 15 years of experience in grant strategy and proposal development. Shiri has supported researchers across disciplines in crafting competitive applications that align with European funding frameworks.
Her expertise spans proposal architecture, evaluation criteria interpretation, and strategic narrative development. She brings deep understanding of what makes proposals stand out in highly competitive ERC selection processes.
Meital Salmor
Science communication and presentation strategist with specialized expertise in ERC interview preparation and research storytelling. Meital coaches researchers on translating complex scientific concepts into accessible, compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
Her approach combines communication theory with practical presentation techniques, helping researchers develop confidence and clarity in high-stakes interview settings. She understands the psychology of evaluation panels and how to craft messages that resonate.
Get Started with ERC 360
Contact Information
Dr. Shiri Yaniv
Strategic Science Writing
Meital Salmor
SciCom Skills
Workshop Details
Duration: 3 hours intensive
Format: On campus or online
Group Size: 10–25 participants
Schemes: All ERC grant types
Next Steps
  1. Reach out to discuss your institution's needs and timeline
  1. Receive a customized workshop proposal
  1. Schedule your ERC 360 session
  1. Empower your researchers with winning strategies
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