Offers and opportunities of the Ulysseus University Network can be found here: https://ulysseus.eu/academic-offer/
Please note that we are unfortunately unable to offer Erasmus+ short-term mobilities at the University of Münster until further notice and participation in these programmes will not be possible.

Now open: Call #2 (2026) of the Ulysseus Seed Funding Programme for Joint Research & Innovation (R&I) Groups

This call invites researchers from our partner universities to apply for seed funding to either expand existing Ulysseus joint R&I Groups (supported in Call #1, 2025) or to establish new ones aligned with Ulysseus Innovation Hub topics. The call is open to existing joint Ulysseus R&I Groups but also for other researchers from Ulysseus partner universities who are interested in joining these groups or establish new ones (in any IH topic).

Key information:

• Call opening: 4 May 2026 | Application deadline: 31 May 2026 | Implementation period: until 30 June 2027
• Funding: up to 3,000 EUR per new applicant
• The programme supports networking activities such as workshops, meetings, travel, and collaboration development. It aims to foster long-term research cooperation, enhance mobility, and stimulate innovative joint research initiatives across the alliance.
• Due to limited resources, priority will be given to proposals focused on the expansion of existing groups by involving new applicants who bring clear added value and strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration within the Ulysseus community. Please note that there is no budget available in this call for partners from the Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences (Finland) and the University of Genoa (Italy).
• Eligibility highlights, application, and selection procedure can be found in detail in the Call website and document: https://ulysseus.eu/calls/ulysseus-seed-funding-programme-for-joint-research-and-innovation-groups-call-2/

Research Funding Webinar – Entry Points to EU Funding

This webinar will provide a concise overview of key entry points into EU funding, including instruments such as MSCA, COST, and other relevant programmes, with practical guidance to support your future proposals.

When: 27 May 2026 | 09:30 – 12:30 (CET)

Where: Online

Target audience: Ulysseus academic and research staff

Topics include:

• MSCA Doctoral Networks & Staff Exchanges
• COST Actions
• RAISE Doctoral Networks
• Creative Europe & EU4Health

Please register via this link until 22 May 2026.

The Ulysseus European University invites researchers, academics, and professionals to join the Ulysseus Experts Database, a platform designed to foster collaboration and unlock exciting opportunities across Europe. By registering, experts from various fields will be able to connect with initiatives such as European project proposals, cross-country research collaborations, teaching activities, conferences, workshops, and more.

What is the Ulysseus Experts Database?
The Ulysseus Experts Database is an inclusive resource shared by all partner universities within the Ulysseus European University alliance. By completing the registration form, professionals can ensure their profiles are accurately identified. Users can then explore the database and filter profiles based on similar interests or areas of expertise, enabling them to find relevant projects and initiatives.

For further information please visit https://ulysseus.eu/news/experts-database-launch/