# Neuron

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

## Eligibility & scope

ERA-NET initiative on neurological and mental disorders (diseases of the brain). 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

The Neuron ERA-NET initiative funds transnational research consortia investigating neurological and mental disorders, with SNSF supporting the Swiss partner. The call requires a minimum of three entities across three EU member states, with Swiss researchers fully eligible and integrated into the consortium. This annual programme emphasizes collaborative European research on brain diseases.

## Who should apply

- Researchers in Switzerland with neurology or psychiatric research programs
- Consortia spanning at least 3 EU member states (minimum 3 entities total)
- Teams investigating neurological or mental disorders at any career stage
- Groups with established international collaboration networks and cross-border feasibility

## Key dates

- Deadline varies by call round; consult SNSF website for next announcement
- Annual call frequency
- Check Swiss national annex for country-specific submission requirements and timelines

## Tips for applicants

- Consortium assembly is the bottleneck, secure partners across EU states early; SNSF funding hinges on a compliant multi-country structure.
- Review the national annex for Switzerland carefully; Swiss submission requirements (forms, eligibility rules, budget justification) may differ from the overall ERA-NET call.
- The research question should span national borders and expertise; single-centre problems reframed as consortia do not score well here.

## Frequently asked questions

### What does the Neuron ERA-NET fund?

Research on neurological and mental disorders conducted by transnational consortia, with SNSF supporting the Swiss partner institutions.

### Do Swiss researchers qualify for Neuron ERA-NET funding?

Yes, Swiss researchers are fully eligible; SNSF administers the Swiss partner's funding within the consortium structure.

### What consortium structure does Neuron ERA-NET require?

A minimum of 3 entities spread across 3 EU member states; Swiss participation is encouraged but must be integrated into a broader EU-based consortium.

### Is Neuron ERA-NET called every year?

Yes, the call is annual; deadlines vary by round, so check the SNSF and ERA-NET website for the current timeline.

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