Project description
EUCYS 2025: Empowering Europe’s young scientists
The European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS) has been instrumental in creating inspiration and fostering connections among Europe’s brightest young minds since 1989. Even with increased interest in science, many talented youths still do not have opportunities to express their ideas and receive mentoring. In this regard, EUCYS 2025 gathers young researchers from 40 countries to meet in Riga, Latvia. With a long tradition of enabling youth through educational programmes, the NCE wants to create an inclusive environment in which the passion for science can thrive, and the national efforts to promote STEM careers can be further strengthened. EUCYS continues to kindle the flame for nurturing the next generation of scientific talent in Europe.
Objective
The proposal outlines the organisation of the 36th annual summit, European Union Contest for Young Scientists 2025, EUCYS, which is to be held in Riga, Latvia, in September of 2025.
The European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS) has been hosted in various European nations since 1989 and its main goal has always been to advance science and research across regions. The event highlights the work and the ideas of young researchers, giving them a platform to showcase their passion and interest. It also provides an opportunity for young scientists to connect with their peers and seek perspective from accomplished mentors. EUCYS encourages young scientific talents to share their skills and interests and to receive mentorship from leading scientists in Europe. Through this initiative, EUCYS aims to bolster national and regional efforts to inspire young people to pursue careers in science and technology.
National Centre for Education Republic of Latvia (NCE) is the official host of EUCYS 2025. NCE plans to host young scientists from all over Europe to provide inclusive and encouraging experiences for young and upcoming European scientists. NCE has broad experience organising international educational events that circle around empowerment and education for young people, for example “Future Heroes” girls leadership program and various Erasmus + functions (Green Micro Credentials pathways: Upskill and Reskilling Low Skilled Adults for Lifelong Learning, InClass - Using Telepresence Robots in the Classroom, Good DEEDs - Digital Energy Efficiency Designers, etc.). NCE is a public administration institution directly subordinated to the Minister of Education and Science which is very honored by the opportunity to host EUCYS 2025 in Latvia and welcome science enthusiasts from 40 different countries.
Keywords
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Project’s keywords as indicated by the project coordinator. Not to be confused with the EuroSciVoc taxonomy (Fields of science)
Programme(s)
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
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HORIZON.4.2 - Reforming and enhancing the European R&I System
MAIN PROGRAMME
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HORIZON.4.2.6 - Careers and universities
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Topic(s)
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Funding Scheme
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
HORIZON-CSA - HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions
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Call for proposal
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(opens in new window) HORIZON-WIDERA-2025-EUCYS-IBA
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1050 RIGA
Latvia
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