MSCA Doctoral Networks 2026 Call Info Day
European Commission
This is an information event for the MSCA DN 2026 and RAISE DN 2026 calls for proposals. The main objectives are to:
- inform all potential applicants and stakeholders about the key aspects of the MSCA-DN-2026 and RAISE DN 2026 call for proposals
- promote the Industrial Doctorate and Joint Doctorate modes and present the main incentives
Description
The Doctoral Networks are a cornerstone of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) under Horizon Europe, driving excellence in doctoral training through international, intersectoral and interdisciplinary collaboration. They are implemented through three distinct modes: Standard Doctoral Networks (DNs), Joint Doctorates (JDs) and Industrial Doctorates (IDs).
The MSCA Doctoral Networks 2026 call will be presented in detail, providing prospective applicants and stakeholders with comprehensive guidance on the key requirements and novelties of the 2026 call, with particular emphasis on the Industrial and Joint Doctorate modes.
The event will also introduce the RAISE DN 2026 call – Resources for AI Science in Europe. This new pilot initiative under Horizon Europe Cluster 4 builds on the MSCA Doctoral Networks 2026 call and offers an additional funding opportunity for projects integrating artificial intelligence in scientific research, as well as for those developing cutting-edge AI tools, systems and methodologies.
Participants will be invited to submit their questions via Slido, open from the launch of the call on 28 May 2026 until the close of the live Q&A session.
The online event will open with a welcome address and introductory remarks, followed by in-depth presentations of the MSCA DN 2026 and RAISE DN 2026 calls, and will conclude with a live Q&A session via Slido.