Research infrastructures as accelerators of the integration of Ukraine in the European Research Area

Expected Outcome:Project results are expected to contribute to all the following outcomes:Strong and sustainable collaboration frameworks between Ukrainian and European research infrastructures, supporting joint research initiatives.An early phase implementation plan for the reconstruction and upgrade of Ukrainian research infrastructures, aligning with the priorities of the ERA Policy Agenda.Remote access of Ukrainian researchers and innovators to European research infrastructures, allowing them to participate in scientifically excellent projects across various fields and enhancing their integration into the ERA.Remote fellowships for researchers based in Ukraine for research activities related to scientific instrumentation and advanced methods in collaboration with European research infrastructures. Effective systems for monitoring and evaluating the progress and impact of integration efforts, ensuring objectives are met and supporting continuous improvement and adaptation. Scope:The objective of the topic is the utilisation of Europe’s research infrastructure landscape to facilitate the integration of Ukraine in the European Research Area. Proposals should build on the Coordination and Support Action “assessing the state of research infrastructure in Ukraine” resulting from the 2024 topic. Moreover, they should include the provision of remote fellowships for researchers based in Ukraine to collaborate on technology development with European research infrastructures, building on the model of the EURIZON project[1] (proposals may use financial support to third parties for that purpose).Proposals should address all of the following aspects:Support the design of an early phase implementation plan of the roadmap of the development, reconstruction and reorientation of Ukraine’s RI capacity based on the 2024 Coordination and Support Action, and the recommendations of the EURIZON project.Foster collaboration and networking with Ukrainian research infrastructures, enabli