Horizon Europe Infoday:
The Widening Work Programme 2026–2027
Funding Opportunities for the Research Community
- Upcoming events
The University of León, in collaboration with FECYT and EURECA-PRO, is pleased to invite researchers from across Europe to participate in the upcoming Horizon Europe Infoday. This online event will focus on the Widening Work Programme 2026–2027, offering an invaluable opportunity to explore funding opportunities, understand programme objectives, and expand international research networks.
The Widening Programme under Horizon Europe is designed to strengthen research excellence in countries and institutions that are underrepresented within the European Union. By supporting collaboration, capacity-building, and participation in cutting-edge research projects, the programme aims to ensure that talented researchers across Europe have equal opportunities to contribute to scientific innovation.
Relevant for researchers
This Infoday is particularly relevant for researchers and institutions who want to:
- Gain a clear understanding of the main objectives and priorities of the Widening Programme.
- Identify and prepare for funding opportunities available under the 2026–2027 work programme.
- Strengthen their international collaborations and research networks.
What to Expect
- Participants will receive practical guidance and insights on several key areas, including:
- Navigating the Widening Programme: Understanding its structure, objectives, and target participants.
- Identifying relevant calls: Tips for selecting the most suitable funding opportunities for your research area.
- Enhancing proposals: Guidance on how to design strong applications to increase participation in Horizon Europe projects.
- Learning from experience: Real-life success stories from researchers who have successfully secured Horizon Europe funding.
Event Details:
- Date: November 26th, 2025
- Time: 10:00 – 12:00 h (CET)
- Format: Online (link provided upon registration)
- Language: English
- Registration Deadline: November 23th, 2025
Agenda:
- 10:00 h: Opening
- 10:05 h: Thematic content of the Horizon Europe Widening Programme (Work Programme 2026–2027) – Anselmo Sosa Méndez (NCP Widening – FECYT)
- 11:00 h: Presentation of two success stories:
Dr. Theocharis Tsoutsos (Technical University of Crete, HI-EURECA-PRO project)
Prof. Dr. Aylin Poroy Arsoy (Bursa Uludag University, REMODEL project) - 11:30 h: Q&A session
- 12:00 h: Closing
Why Attend?
Attending this Infoday is a strategic opportunity to:
- Gain a comprehensive overview of Horizon Europe’s Widening Programme and upcoming calls.
- Learn best practices and success strategies directly from experienced researchers.
- Establish new international connections and collaborations.
- Increase your institution’s visibility and competitiveness in European research funding.
Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your research impact and expand your network within the European research community.

