Objective
The Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotechnology (CiBB) at the University of Coimbra is a leading interdisciplinary research hub and the largest in central Portugal, with “Excellent” rating in international evaluation. CiBB integrates neuroscience, metabolism, aging and therapeutic innovation, combining fundamental research with strong translational focus. The center has secured major competitive funding, including ERC and “la Caixa” grants, Teaming projects and ERA Chairs, and is expanding with new state-of-the-art facilities to open in 2026. Its advanced scientific platforms, linked to international infrastructures, provide researchers with access to cutting-edge technologies.
CiBB’s strategic priorities address major biomedical challenges such as neurodegeneration, metabolic and aging-related disorders and the development of novel therapeutic strategies. Close collaboration with the Coimbra Health Unit and the Biocant biotechnology park strengthens translational research, offering access to patient cohorts, clinical studies and industry partnerships.
Postdoctoral researchers benefit from an environment that promotes excellence, collaboration and career development. Support includes tailored mentorship, advanced scientific training, and opportunities for teaching, supervision and outreach, complemented by Associated Partners EuroBioimaging and the CAJAL Advanced Neuroscience Training Programme. Participation in seminars, retreats and secondments with clinical and industrial partners builds key skills in open science, entrepreneurship and responsible innovation.
CiBB ensures transparent, merit-based recruitment through international calls, gender-balanced panels and evaluation criteria that emphasize comprehensive assessment for scientific rigor, creativity and long-term potential. Fellows join a dynamic and supportive ecosystem designed to foster successful independent research careers.
Keywords
Project’s keywords as indicated by the project coordinator. Not to be confused with the EuroSciVoc taxonomy (Fields of science)
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.1.2 - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
MAIN PROGRAMME
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HORIZON.1.2.4 - Improving and Facilitating Synergies
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Topic(s)
Calls for proposals are divided into topics. A topic defines a specific subject or area for which applicants can submit proposals. The description of a topic comprises its specific scope and the expected impact of the funded project.
Calls for proposals are divided into topics. A topic defines a specific subject or area for which applicants can submit proposals. The description of a topic comprises its specific scope and the expected impact of the funded project.
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-TMA-MSCA-Cofund-CE - HORIZON TMA MSCA Cofund Choose Europe for science
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Call for proposal
Procedure for inviting applicants to submit project proposals, with the aim of receiving EU funding.
Procedure for inviting applicants to submit project proposals, with the aim of receiving EU funding.
(opens in new window) HORIZON-MSCA-2025-COFUND-02
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3004-531 Coimbra
Portugal
The total costs incurred by this organisation to participate in the project, including direct and indirect costs. This amount is a subset of the overall project budget.