INTERACT Announces Results of Pilot Access Call for Early-Career Researchers
INTERACT is pleased to announce the successful completion of the scientific and logistic evaluation for INTERACT’s pilot Access Call dedicated to Early-Career Researchers (ECRs). Out of 26 eligible proposals, 8 were recommended for funding, with 2 research projects granted access for the 2026 field season.
The pilot INTERACT Access Call for Early-Career Researchers is one of INTERACT’s key efforts to provide free access to world-class research stations. This new Access Programme (coordinated entirely by the INTERACT Non-Profit Association) was launched to support early-career scientists, who often need field experience the most but face the greatest challenges in accessing research infrastructures. The initiative builds on feedback collected during the INTERACT TA Programme (EU-funded, 2011–2024). INTERACT aims to expand its access funding pool in the coming years as the financial structure is tested and the long-term funding strategy continues to develop.
The funded projects will take place at Alpine and Arctic research stations.
The International Foundation HFSJG is a member of INTERACT.