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    “The Future of Science is Decided Now,” an interview with the NCN Director

    Tue, 02/25/2025 - 14:30

    “We are now at the crossroads. A certain development model of countries such as Poland is coming to an end and new economy engines must be focused on,” says Prof. Krzysztof Jóźwiak. In an interview published in “Forum Akademicke,” he underlines the… czytaj dalej
    “A certain development model of countries such as Poland is coming to an end and new economy engines must be focused on,” says Prof. Krzysztof Jóźwiak. In an interview published in “Forum Akademicke,” he underlines the importance of basic research for the development of competitive economy.
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    Podcast 2, 2025: ERC evaluation processes discussed by experts and grant recipients

    Tue, 02/18/2025 - 11:00

    What determines ERC call success? What does the ERC evaluation process entail and how does it differ from our domestic approach? These issues are discussed by our guests today, Prof. Grażyna Jurkowlaniec and Prof. Ewelina Knapska. Our new podcast… czytaj dalej
    What determines ERC call success? What does the ERC evaluation process entail and how does it differ from our domestic approach? These issues are discussed by our guests today, Prof. Grażyna Jurkowlaniec and Prof. Ewelina Knapska.
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    CHIST-ERA Call 2025 SOL

    Mon, 02/17/2025 - 16:00

    The National Science Centre, in cooperation collaboration with the CHIST-ERA network, has launched the call “Science in Your Own Language” for international research projects on the automatic translation of scientific knowledge in order to overcome… czytaj dalej
    The National Science Centre, in cooperation collaboration with the CHIST-ERA network, has launched the call “Science in Your Own Language” for international research projects on the automatic translation of scientific knowledge in order to overcome language and cultural barriers.  
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    Dioscuri Centres in Poland five years later

    Thu, 02/13/2025 - 10:00

    It is the fifth anniversary of the first two Dioscuri Centres for Scientific Excellence in Poland. Forum Akademickie featured an interview with Aleksandra Pękowska and Grzegorz Sumara, Dioscuri Centre leaders, who discussed the work conditions in Poland,… czytaj dalej
    It is the fifth anniversary of the first two Dioscuri Centres for Scientific Excellence in Poland. Forum Akademickie featured an interview with Aleksandra Pękowska and Grzegorz Sumara, Dioscuri Centre leaders, who discussed the work conditions in Poland, achievements and plans for the next five years.

  • Weave-UNISONO launch of a call for proposals with the Czech GAČR as the lead agency

    Wed, 02/12/2025 - 08:30

    We are pleased to announce that the Czech agency GAČR will conduct a call for proposals under the Weave programme between 12 February 2025 and 3 April 2025, with the Czech agency acting as the lead agency. Under the Weave-UNISONO call, if a joint… czytaj dalej
    We are pleased to announce that the Czech agency GAČR will conduct a call for proposals under the Weave programme between 12 February 2025 and 3 April 2025, with the Czech agency acting as the lead agency.
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    Social Transformations and Resilience Partnership: Next Steps

    Thu, 02/06/2025 - 11:03

    On 30 January, an Information session was held with representatives of research funding organisations and ministries interested in participating in the European Partnership on Social Transformations and Resilience (STR). The initiative focuses on areas… czytaj dalej
    On 30 January, an Information session was held with representatives of research funding organisations and ministries interested in participating in the European Partnership on Social Transformations and Resilience (STR). The initiative focuses on areas such as social protection, the future of work, education, and fair transition to climate neutrality. The coordination of the Partnership will be led by National Science Centre (NCN).
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    Research on democratic backsliding with Weave-UNISONO funding

    Tue, 02/04/2025 - 13:00

    Dr hab. Aleksandra Maatsch from the University of Wrocław, together with researchers from Austria and Germany, will carry out a research project on democratic backsliding in EU member states. The Domestic Politics of EU Action against Democratic… czytaj dalej
    Dr hab. Aleksandra Maatsch from the University of Wrocław, together with researchers from Austria and Germany, will carry out a research project on democratic backsliding in EU member states.

  • Information webinars and online training courses for applicants in 2025

    Tue, 02/04/2025 - 11:00

    Join our online information webinars for researchers and PhD holders intending to submit their proposals to the NCN, facilitated by the NCN coordinators in 2025. The 2025 webinars will work as modules, each devoted to one of the following themes: NCN… czytaj dalej
    Join our online information webinars for researchers and PhD holders intending to submit their proposals to the NCN, facilitated by the NCN coordinators in 2025.
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    MINIATURA 9 takes off

    Mon, 02/03/2025 - 12:00

    We have launched the MINIATURA 9 call addressed to researchers who have been awarded their PhD in the past 12 years and are not former NCN call winners. The call budget is 20 million zlotys.  The purpose of the call is to fund basic research activities… czytaj dalej
    We have launched the MINIATURA 9 call addressed to researchers who have been awarded their PhD in the past 12 years and are not former NCN call winners. The call budget is 20 million zlotys. 

  • EOSC National Tripartite Event Poland 2025 – Registration now open

    Wed, 01/29/2025 - 11:30

    Join us for the third edition of the EOSC National Tripartite Event Poland on 25 March 2025. The event will focus on Poland's role in the development of the EOSC Federation, highlight best… czytaj dalej
    Join us for the third edition of the EOSC National Tripartite Event Poland on 25 March 2025 that will focus on, Poland’s role in the development of the EOSC Federation and best practices in research data management. Registration is now open.
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    Podcast No. 1, 2025 Professor Tomasz Dietl on the priorities of the NCN Council

    Mon, 01/27/2025 - 10:30

    Professor Tomasz Dietl, the new Chair of the NCN Council, is the first guest of the NCN podcast in 2025. In an interview with Anna Korzekwa-Józefowicz, he spoke about the priorities of the Council as well as his own experiences as a researcher and ERC… czytaj dalej
    Professor Tomasz Dietl, the new Chair of the NCN Council, is the first guest of the NCN podcast in 2025. In an interview with Anna Korzekwa-Józefowicz, he spoke about the priorities of the Council as well as his own experiences as a researcher and ERC grant winner.
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    New prospects for Polish polar research

    Fri, 01/24/2025 - 14:30

    Polish polar researchers have launched the BERA research infrastructure, enabling the collection and analysis of samples from various regions of Norway’s Svalbard and facilitating their transport to Poland. Polar research has been an important research… czytaj dalej
    Polish polar researchers have launched the BERA research infrastructure, enabling the collection and analysis of samples from various regions of Norway’s Svalbard and facilitating their transport to Poland. Polar research has been an important research area for Polish scientists for years and is also funded by the National Science Centre.