The TransformEU Mobility Grant provides a fully funded short stay research opportunity for international researchers to spend five days at ESPOL in Lille, France, collaborating on Europe’s green and digital transitions. The programme covers all travel, accommodation, and subsistence expenses and targets both early-career and experienced researchers working on the Triple P dilemma (People, Planet, and Profit).
Hosted by the TransformEU Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence at ESPOL (Université Catholique de Lille), this mobility scheme aims to strengthen international research collaboration and scientific dialogue. The centre focuses on interdisciplinary analysis of the interconnected challenges of Europe’s twin transitions, offering a vibrant academic environment for joint research projects.
TransformEU Mobility Grant Benefits
- Full financial support for travel expenses
- Coverage of accommodation costs during the stay
- Subsistence allowance provided
- Collaboration with TransformEU research team on Europe’s green and digital transitions
TransformEU Mobility Grant Eligibility Criteria
- Open to early-career and experienced researchers
- International researchers from any country
- Research project must align with TransformEU themes (e.g., Triple P dilemma, green and digital transitions)
- Willingness to spend five days at ESPOL
- Applicants must comply with the call’s specific eligibility requirements
How to Apply for TransformEU Mobility Grant?
- Download the official call for applications document from the link provided
- Review the eligibility criteria, research topics, and application guidelines
- Prepare the required documents (e.g., research proposal, CV)
- Submit your application by the deadline stated in the call
- For queries, contact [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the TransformEU Mobility Grant. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply.
What is the TransformEU Mobility Grant?
It is a short stay mobility scheme under the TransformEU Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence that offers a five-day research stay at ESPOL in Lille, France, for international researchers working on Europe’s green and digital transitions.
Who is eligible to apply?
Early-career and experienced researchers from any nationality can apply, provided their research aligns with TransformEU topics such as Europe’s green and digital transitions and the Triple P dilemma.
What does the grant cover?
The grant provides full financial support covering travel, accommodation, and subsistence expenses during the five-day stay at ESPOL.
How long is the research stay?
The mobility scheme covers a five-day research visit, excluding travel days, during one of the specified periods: January–June 2027, September–December 2027, or January–June 2028.
How can I apply?
Interested researchers should download the official call for applications (PDF) from the programme page, review the guidelines, and submit their application as instructed. For questions, email [email protected].
What research topics are accepted?
Applications must focus on the interconnected Triple P dilemma (People, Planet, and Profit) in the context of Europe’s green and digital transitions, or other themes directly related to TransformEU’s research areas.
Is there an application deadline?
The specific deadline is provided in the official call for applications document. Applicants are advised to check the call and submit before the indicated date.
Can PhD students apply?
Yes, the programme is open to early-career researchers, including PhD candidates, as well as experienced researchers.
Where will the stay take place?
The research stay takes place at ESPOL, the School of Political and Social Sciences of the Université Catholique de Lille, in Lille, France.
Who do I contact for more information?
For academic or logistical questions, contact the TransformEU team by email at [email protected].
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