Serena Cogoni

The five non-negotiable elements of a winning Horizon Europe proposal in the health space

What separates funded Horizon Europe health proposals from the rest? It’s not flashy design, expensive tools, or a perfect Gantt chart. In this post, I will walk you through the core ingredients that make a proposal truly competitive, that far too many researchers overlook—often without realizing it.

When to start writing your Horizon Europe proposal (and why you can’t afford to wait)

Many health researchers underestimate how long it takes to craft a strong Horizon Europe proposal—until it’s almost too late. In this post, I share a clear roadmap to help you start early, structure your writing, and avoid last-minute stress.

Horizon Europe for health researchers: idea, call, or partners – what comes first?

Where should you start when preparing a Horizon Europe proposal? Should you shape your research idea first, search for the perfect call, or build the right consortium? The key to a winning proposal lies in balancing these elements strategically. Here’s how to do it right.

How health researchers can decode requirements of an Horizon Europe call (and align their proposal perfectly)

Struggling to align your health research idea with Horizon Europe calls? Discover a simple, practical color-coding technique to decode requirements and ensure your proposal meets EU expectations.

Lost in the Horizon Europe Health Work Programme? Here is how to find the information you need

Are you struggling to make sense of the Horizon Europe Health Work Programme? In this blog post, I’ll guide you through the structure of the Work Programme, highlight where to find the most critical information, and share tips for leveraging your early access to get a head start on your health research grant application.

When your research deserves more: discover the real potential of Horizon Europe grants for your scientific ambitions

Horizon Europe offers health researchers a gateway to European-wide impact, collaboration, and unprecedented funding opportunities.

Stop wasting your time chasing calls for proposals and identify the most promising opportunities for you in Horizon Europe without feeling overwhelmed

Are you getting lost in the details of all the Horizon Europe calls that comes your way? Learn how to narrow down and focus only on the opportunities that aligns with your research goals.

Three ways in which you are sabotaging yourself when seeking funding for your health research project

Avoid these three hidden challenges in your grant-seeking effort, to maximize your chances of securing funding for your project idea, even before you write a single line of your application

Horizon Europe: more accessible than you think

Are you a researcher or potential applicant in the health and biomedical field? Have you been hesitant to apply for Horizon Europe funding, thinking it's out of reach? Think again! Despite its competitive nature, Horizon Europe is more approachable than you might believe. Let's explore why you should consider throwing your hat in the ring.

Time management for Horizon Europe applications: a guide for busy health researchers

Struggling to find the time to prepare a winning Horizon Europe grant application? Discover my top time management tips to help you submit a compelling proposal without sacrificing your research responsibilities.

Navigating academia and entrepreneurship: insights from a medicinal chemist

Professor Tracey Pirali, a leading medicinal chemist, shares her journey balancing academic excellence with entrepreneurial ventures. From co-founding a biotech startup to coordinating EU-funded projects, Tracey offers valuable insights on the challenges and rewards of bridging the gap between research and innovation.

The road to research excellence: winning multiple ERC grants

Have you ever wondered what it takes to win multiple ERC grants and become a leading researcher in your field? Follow along as we dive into the journey of a scientist who has secured not one, but six ERC grants.

Crafting a compelling narrative: editing strategies for your health research Horizon Europe grant

Struggling to make your Horizon Europe proposal as compelling on paper as it is in your mind? In this post, you'll find practical editing strategies to improve the clarity, flow, and impact of your health research grant application—so that your ideas don’t just get noticed, but remembered.

Collaborative grant writing: distributing tasks for the success of your Horizon Europe health resesarch application

Discover why main applicants often shoulder the grant writing burden, explore actionable strategies to fully engage all grant participants in the Horizon Europe Cluster 1 application process and elevate your team dynamics for grant success.

Balancing realism and ambition in health research Horizon Europe applications writing

Crafting a compelling Horizon Europe health research proposal is an art that requires a delicate equilibrium between ambition and pragmatism. Learn how to present your health research project in a captivating yet feasible manner to secure Horizon Europe funding without overpromising.

Distinguish between goals, objectives, results, outcomes and impacts in Horizon Europe health applications