Step-by-step guide to support your Eurostars-3 application for your R&D project
30th July 2024 at 10:24 am
The Eurostars-3 Call 7 is now open, offering a valuable opportunity for innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to secure public grants for collaborative R&D projects. This European funding programme aims to support the development of new products, processes, or services with global market potential. With an average success rate of approximately 30%, Eurostars offers an attractive opportunity for SMEs seeking funding for their innovative technology, product or service development. This blog post delves into the application process and explains how accelopment can assist you as a sparring partner in preparing a compelling application to increase your chances of success.
The 3 phases of developing a Eurostars application with accelopment
Securing Eurostars funding requires careful planning and execution. This step-by-step guide outlines the typical time plan for writing a Eurostars application with accelopment, which is also visually presented in the flowchart below.
A) Pre-application phase (10 – 8 weeks before submission deadline)
1. Project ideation and consultation: We begin by discussing your project idea with our Eurostars experts and set up an appropriate time plan until the submission deadline tailored to your availability needs.
2. Partner selection and eligibility check: You decide on the best-suited project partner(s) for your project while we do the necessary checks to ensure your consortium meets the Eurostars eligibility criteria. For an overview on this, please read one of our previous blog posts where we concisely summarised the general and country-specific eligibility requirements for the current call or check out our quick and handy online Eurostars eChecker tool!
3. Project registration: Once the EUREKA Eurostars Project Management Platform opens (usually two months before submission deadline) we take care of registering your project application on the Eurostars platform.
B) Application development phase (8 – 2 weeks before submission deadline)
4. Application kick-off: We provide practical tools and support to streamline your application process. This includes tailored templates, comprehensive checklists, and expert guidance to ensure your proposal meets and excels Eurostars standards.
5. Project planning: We discuss the project work plan and the budget composition with you and your partner(s). Here we outline all the specific tasks and responsibilities for each partner and develop a timeline for the proposed project, including identifying task interdependencies. This exercise also helps to identify potential challenges and risks to the project. Once completed, this will serve as a roadmap for your Eurostars project and will ensure efficient execution and collaboration among consortium partners in case your project gets funded.
6. Application writing: You and your partner(s) provide input for the technical and business parts of the application. Our team will focus on the non-technical parts (e.g., communication & dissemination strategy) and create visual elements (e.g. Project GANTT chart, Technical Annex) to make the application stand out to the reviewers.
C) Finalisation and application submission phase (2 – 0 weeks before submission deadline)
7. Consolidation and refinement: Once all application sections have been drafted, we compile them into a coherent and captivating application that clearly articulates the project’s objectives and demonstrates its potential for success.
8. Mandatory documents: We collect and upload all other required documents and forms from you and your partner(s). For a comprehensive overview of mandatory attachments. Read our latest blog posts on ‘Opening of the new EUREKA Eurostars 3 call 7 – Novelties and tips for your application’
9. Final submission: We complete the online forms, upload all documents and submit the application to the EUREKA Eurostars platform.
Make your application stand out with accelopment!
Are you planning to submit a Eurostars application for the current call? Our team at accelopment offers expert proposal writing and review services to maximise your chances of success. Let us leverage our experience in delivering successful Eurostars projects like FP-Catheter, MiniLib, NoCaTS and AirToxMonitor. Contact us today to discuss your project and see how we can help you achieve your goals.
Robin Vanneste
Business & Finance Associate