Call for applications: FRONTIERS Science Journalism Residency Program (Call 4)

Home Funding Calls for proposals Call for applications: FRONTIERS Science Journalism Residency Program (Call 4) Call for applications: FRONTIERS Science Journalism Residency Program (Call 4) FRONTIERS Grant Cascade funding Internal navigation General information Submission & evaluation process Further information Task description General Information Opening date 25 February 2026 Deadline model multiple cut-off Deadline dates 06 March 2024 07:00 (Brussels time) 26 September 2024 06:00 (Brussels time) 06 May 2025 20:00 (Brussels time) 25 May 2026 19:00 (Brussels time) Open For Submission Expected duration of participation 3-5 months Total funding available 600 000,00 € Project acronym FRONTIERS Full name of the EU funded project Fellowship Residencies Offering science News professionals Tools and training for Independent and Ethical Reporting on Science Grant agreement number 101121863 Topic ERC-2023-SJI-1 - ERC Science Journalism Initiative Submission & evaluation process All documentation necessary for application submission is available at the FRONTIERS website (https://frontiers.media/). Please refer to FRONTIERS Residency Program Guide (https://frontiers.media/residencies/program-guide/) for detailed information about the eligibility, and the submission and evaluation process. Eligibility Criteria For Journalists Professionals at all career levels: early-career (up to 5 years of experience), mid-career (6 to 9 years of experience), and established (10+ years of experience) Professionals across various media formats producing independent journalistic content Commitment to full-time engagement during the residency For Host Institutions Located in EU Member States or Horizon Europe Associated Countries Hosts cutting-edge research groups across any scientific field Committed to providing essential support and full independence to resident journalists Application Structure a) Applicant Journalist Name Nationality Email Phone number Career level Gender Country of residence Date of birth b) Host Institution(s) Host Institution(s) Name Country Name of FRONTIERS Manager at Host Institution Email of FRONTIERS Manager at Host Institution c) Residency Project Length of the residency (Tentative) Project title Project Description Frontier research Impact on the communication of frontier research Names of scientists’ collaborators Scientific Domain (Physical Sciences and Engineering, Life Sciences, and/or Social Sciences and Humanities) Specific sub-domains (optional) d) Budget Budget justification Requested Grant e) Documentation Work samples: in a single PDF file, provide up to 10 relevant work samples from the last two years. Choose samples that best illustrate your interests and abilities. For audio and video samples, you may provide links, ensuring they are open. Please provide a summary translated into English for any work not produced in English. Commitment letter by the science journalist: provide a commitment letter, based on this template signed by the applicant journalist. Commitment letter by the host institution: provide a commitment letter, based on the text of this template, signed by a representative on the letterhead of the candidate host institution. How to Apply Eligible journalists should: Find and contact an eligible host institution Complete the application form and submit all required documentation for evaluation, through the online form available on the FRONTIERS website Evaluation Procedure Applications will undergo a two-step evaluation process, focusing on project quality, journalist credentials, and societal impact. The final selection aims for diversity in gender, nationality, and career stages. The evaluation committee will include members of the FRONTIERS consortium and of the Advisory Board. Selection committee members will be invited to disclose all potential conflicts of interest that should arise, and the committee as a whole will deal with them appropriately. A more detailed description of the evaluation procedure can be found in the FRONTIERS Residency Program Guide. Financial Support Selected fellows will receive a grant of up to 6,000 EUR per month, adhering to EU rules. More details about the Financial Support for Third Parties (FSTP) mechanism for the FRONTIERS grants can be found here. Note: The subgrants are not given by the European Union or by the European Research Council. Neither the EU nor the ERC Executive Agency can be held responsible for them. Additional Resources -FRONTIERS Residency Program Guide (PDF) -Tips to submit a successful proposal -Frontier Science crash course -Info Day (call 1 and 2) recordings. (Check our website and social media for the announcement of future Info Days.) -FRONTIERS Database of Host Institutions Show more Further information Program Objectives The FRONTIERS initiative aims to empower science journalists to bridge the gap between complex scientific discoveries and public understanding. As an essential link between scientific endeavours and society, journalists play a crucial role in communicating high-risk/high-reward frontier research responsibly and accurately. By fostering independent journalism, this initiative wants to give journalists opportunities to learn and work on in-depth reporting projects by immersing themselves in the research environment and interacting with scientists and scholars. The main aims are to: Enhance journalists’ professional development Foster critical thinking and ethical reporting Bolster public trust in scientific institutions Promote curiosity about frontier research Strengthen mutual learning of scientists and journalists What We Offer Selected journalists will embark on residencies at European research institutions, pursuing independent reporting ideas or delving into specific frontier research fields. Participants benefit from: Fellowship residencies of 3 to 5 months Unrestricted access to diverse research areas Networking and training activities Opportunities for cross-institutional experiences Independence and credibility in reporting Task description -