Connecting Excellence: Doctoral Training with MSCA Doctoral Networks

The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Networks (MSCA-DN) programme under Horizon Europe supports international, intersectoral doctoral training programmes. Its aim is to train excellent early-stage researchers while enhancing their creativity, innovation capacity, and career prospects. Applications from all research disciplines can be submitted, with partners from across Europe and beyond.

The next call is expected to open on 28 May 2026 and close on 24 November 2026.

To help you prepare a competitive proposal, the European Project Center (EPC) at TU Dresden, in cooperation with the National Contact Point MSCA, warmly invites you to our online information event:

Connecting Excellence: Doctoral Training with MSCA Doctoral Networks

1^st June 2026

10:00 am to 11:45 am

What can you expect?

• A concise overview of the objectives and key elements of MSCA Doctoral Networks
• Insights into different network types and their specific features
• Practical guidance on proposal structure and the evaluation process
• First-hand insights and tips from a successful applicant at TU Dresden

Target Group:

The event is aimed at researchers planning to coordinate or participate in an MSCA Doctoral Network. It addresses researchers with initial project experience who wish to strengthen their international research profile, take on the role of Principal Investigator (PI), and foster and connect early-career researchers in a structured and strategic way.

Registration:

https://tu-dresden.zoom-x.de/meeting/register/HPVq0f2iTAOBuZxhnWx6Kg  

Deadline for Registration is 28^th May 2026.

(The event will be held in English and is free of charge for all TUD employees.)