# Hera

**Funder:** SNSF
**Consortium:** Required — minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://heranet.info/
**Last verified:** 8 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Multilateral initiative covering humanities research. Swiss researchers are fully eligible; SNSF funds the Swiss partner. Transnational consortium required. See national annex of each call for Swiss-specific submission requirements.

## Summary

Hera funds transnational consortium-based humanities research across Europe, with SNSF supporting Swiss partners within each project. The call requires a minimum of three entities from three EU member states, plus Swiss participation. Hera runs annual calls with deadlines and submission rules varying by consortium composition; Swiss researchers should consult the national annex for Swiss-specific guidance.

## Who should apply

- Humanities researchers based in Switzerland
- Research teams ready to coordinate across EU borders and lead Swiss institutional partnerships
- Projects requiring multinational collaboration (minimum 3 EU member states plus Switzerland)
- Researchers comfortable with consortium administration and cross-border coordination

## Key dates

- Annual deadline (varies by call; consult SNSF website for next round)
- Consortium must include minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states plus Swiss partner
- Submission requirements and timelines set per national annex

## Tips for applicants

- Swiss researchers do not apply directly to Hera; SNSF coordinates Swiss participation and funding.
- Check the national annex for each call cycle, submission deadlines and format requirements differ from the main Hera timeline.
- Consortium leadership and coordination clarity boost competitiveness; designate a Swiss lead early and align with EU co-applicants on budget and scope.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can Swiss researchers apply to Hera?

Yes, Swiss researchers are fully eligible to participate in Hera consortia; SNSF funds the Swiss partner(s) within the consortium.

### Is a consortium required for Hera?

Yes, Hera requires a transnational consortium of minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states, plus Swiss participation.

### How does a Swiss researcher apply to Hera?

Apply through SNSF rather than directly to Hera; consult the national annex for the relevant call cycle for Swiss submission procedures and deadlines.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/snsf-hera-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.