European Research Impact & Exploitation Programme – Spring 2026 Cohort
April 2026 Cohort – Now Open
Horizon Europe 2026–2027 increasingly evaluates structured impact pathways, sustainability metrics and digital integration. This programme supports researchers in positioning accordingly.
MSCA Sweden announces the opening of the April 2026 Cohort of the Level 1 – European Research Impact & Exploitation Programme
A structured 3-month programme supporting researchers in developing strategic competence in impact and exploitation within the European research landscape. While the training remains fully individual, cohort-based participation enables:
- Coordinated start and progression
- Selected joint strategic sessions
- Peer-level professional momentum
- Stronger alumni foundation
Programme Focus
Participants develop structured competence in:
- Integrating impact and exploitation into research design
- Aligning research with EU frameworks (Digital Product Passport, European Data Spaces, sustainability metrics)
- Digital transition and value creation from shared data
- Strategic positioning within European innovation ecosystems
- Building momentum, network and long-term research relevance
Each participant develops a concrete: Strategic Impact & Exploitation Position Document
Completion leads to certification. This is a cohort version of the Level 1 – European Research Impact & Exploitation Programme
Duration
From early April to end of June 2026
(Individual mentoring + selected joint sessions)
Spring 2026 Cohort Launch Benefit
Programme Fee: €1,500
Spring Cohort Benefit: €1,350 (10% launch benefit)
Enrollment deadline: March 20, 2026
Limited places to ensure structured guidance.
Who Is This For?
Doctoral candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and research-active professionals who want to:
- Move beyond publication-only merit systems
- Create realistic exploitation pathways
- Strengthen EU-level competitiveness
- Integrate sustainability and digital transition strategically
- Position for MSCA, Horizon Europe and future FP10 calls
If you would like to explore whether the programme aligns with your research and career trajectory, you are welcome to contact:
contact@mscasweden.se
Led by Dr Mikael Syväjärvi
With experience across FP5, FP6, H2020, Horizon Europe, EIC Pathfinder, doctoral networks, deeptech entrepreneurship and European Smart Specialisation Strategy development, the programme integrates academic excellence with entrepreneurial impact.
Connect with Mikael on LinkedIn