Horizon Europe EIC Pathfinder Proposal Writing training:

Price: 2,5-hour online training (490€)

EIC Pathfinder Proposal Writing Training

Turn your breakthrough idea into a competitive EIC Pathfinder proposal.

This training is designed for researchers, universities, and innovators aiming to secure funding for high-risk, high-gain research under the EIC Pathfinder scheme. It is also ideal for technology transfer offices, innovation managers, and EU funding professionalssupporting early-stage, visionary projects.

Why this training?

EIC Pathfinder is one of the most competitive and ambitious funding schemes in Horizon Europe. Success requires more than a strong idea—it demands a clear vision, bold scientific ambition, and a convincing high-risk/high-gain narrative.
We help you bridge the gap between a great idea and a fundable proposal.

Learn from expert:Our training is delivered by senior EIC experts and evaluators with extensive experience in proposal writing, evaluation, and innovation strategy.

At EFMC, we don’t just train—we actively support applicants in developing and reviewing EIC Pathfinder proposals, giving you access to real, hands-on expertise and insider perspectives.
More details on our trainers and experts here.

Who is it for: 

• Researchers and Principal Investigators
• Universities and research organisations
• Innovation managers and R&D leaders
• Technology transfer offices
• EU funding consultants and pre-award professionals

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Differentiate between ‘Open’ and ‘Challenge’ calls to determine the best fit for their current research portfolio.
• Interpret the 2026 Thematic Priorities, including Advanced Materials for Energy Harvesting, Biotechnology for Healthy Ageing, and Trusted Cognitive AI (DeepRAP).
• Navigate the Evaluation Logic, moving beyond purely scientific excellence to understand “Portfolio Considerations” and “Impact” as defined by EIC expert evaluators.
• Identify Post-Award Pathways, specifically how to leverage Booster Grants to transition from lab-scale validation to commercial scalability.

Our online training includes training presentations and certificates of participation. Each training day starts at 16.00 and ends at 18.30 (Brussels Time). There is a maximum number of participants of 12 per training.