Two French consultants who specialise in European funding calls tell Cristina Gallardo what applicants can do to win over the European Commission and get their projects funded.
Hundreds of proposals from researchers across Europe have passed through the hands of Sophie Le Grand and Claire Boulch. The pair are advisers at WelcomEurope, a French consultancy established 16 years ago to provide advice and training on European funding calls. The firm also helps research teams to structure their budgets and negotiate contracts.
Top tips for applicants