It is the occasion for a Europe-wide public and media event for the promotion of research careers, in particular focused on young people and their families. Specifically, it targets attracting people regardless of the level of their scientific background, with a special focus on families, pupils and students, and notably those who do not have easy access to, and thus are less inclined to engage in STEAM fields or research activities.

Activities can combine education with entertainment, especially when addressing young audiences, and where appropriate, engagement with educational institutions should be sought in order to encourage formal and informal science education with the aim of improving the scientific knowledge base. Specifically, Researchers will engage with teachers and pupils on challenges related to climate change, sustainable development, health and other issues related to the European Commission priorities and main orientations, such as the European Green Deal or the EU Research and Innovation Missions.

These activities can take various forms, such as exhibitions, hands-on experiments etc.

Partnerships and coordination at regional, national or cross-border levels will be strongly encouraged aiming at a good geographical spread and avoiding overlaps. Activities carried-out in non-associated third countries are not eligible for funding. Also, applicants are encouraged to submit proposals covering two successive editions (2022 and 2023) of the European Researcher’s Night.

Involvement of researchers funded by Horizon Europe or previous Framework Programmes, notably by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, is highly encouraged.

 Applications may be submitted by one or more legal entities established in an EU Member State or Horizon Europe Associated Country. These Legal entities created under EU law may be eligible to receive funding, unless their basic act states otherwise. International European research organisations are eligible to receive funding.

Activities carried-out in non-associated third countries are not eligible for funding.