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AAPG 2026 – Collaborative Research Project International (PRCI)
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The ANR AAPG 2026 PRCI funds bilateral collaborative research projects between French and foreign laboratories or public research partners, with a new 2026 option to access MRSEI Token support for project coordinators. French coordinator must be based at a French institution. The call runs annually.
Details
| Funder | ANR |
| Consortium | Required — French and foreign laboratories or public partners (bilateral international) |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | FR |
Eligibility & scope
Funds bilateral international collaborative research projects between French and foreign laboratories or public partners. French coordinator must be based at a French institution. New 2026 measure: MRSEI Token (J-MRSEI) available for PRCI coordinators to access MRSEI-type support.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers based at French academic or public research institutions acting as project coordinator
- •Teams with established international partnerships ready to formalize bilateral collaboration
- •Projects spanning any research discipline eligible under ANR scope
- •Coordinators seeking MRSEI Token (J-MRSEI) support for project administration (new in 2026)
Key Dates
- •Annual deadline, see the AAPG 2026 call page for current deadlines
- •Bilateral consortium required: French and at least one foreign partner institution
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The French coordinator role is gating: only researchers at French institutions can apply as lead; ensure your French partner is formally committed before submission.
- ✓The new MRSEI Token (J-MRSEI) option is designed for project administrative support, highlight this in your work-package planning if your international coordination has substantial management overhead.
- ✓Check the AAPG 2026 call page directly for the exact deadline, application platform, and any domain-specific guidance that may affect your consortium design.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ANR PRCI and who can apply?
PRCI funds bilateral collaborative research projects between French and foreign partners. The French coordinator must be based at a French research institution; the foreign partner(s) can be universities, public research organisations, or public partners.
Is a consortium required for the ANR AAPG 2026 PRCI?
Yes, the call requires at least one French and one foreign laboratory or public partner. The French institution must be the coordinator.
What is the MRSEI Token (J-MRSEI) in the 2026 PRCI call?
The MRSEI Token is a new 2026 measure available to PRCI coordinators to access MRSEI-type support for project management and implementation.
How often does the ANR run the PRCI call?
The PRCI is part of the annual ANR AAPG call cycle.
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