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Humanities in the European Research Area (HERA)

Last verified: 18 June 2026

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The Humanities in the European Research Area (HERA) programme funds collaborative research projects addressing challenges in social, cultural, and historical understanding across Europe. Applications require a consortium of at least three entities from three different EU member states, with eligible Irish research institutions. HERA supports frontier humanities research that bridges disciplinary and national boundaries through structured partnership.

Details

Funder	IRC
Consortium	Required — minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states
Eligible countries	IE

Who Should Apply

•Research groups and institutions in Ireland eligible to host HERA projects
•Consortia leaders capable of coordinating partners across minimum 3 EU member states
•Teams addressing humanities research questions with cross-national relevance
•Established researchers with track record of international collaboration

Key Dates

•First call listed on Grantsby 2 April 2026 (verify precise deadline and submission stages on IRC website)

Tips for Applicants

✓Consortium composition is mandatory, single-institution or two-country proposals will not be reviewed. Plan partnership development early.
✓The European co-investigator network strengthens competitiveness; ensure named partners from at least 3 member states are actively involved in design, not token signatories.
✓Humanities panels value narrative coherence across disciplines; articulate how the consortium's diversity of expertise converges on a single research problem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is HERA open to researchers in Ireland?

Yes, Irish research institutions are eligible to participate in HERA consortia as host or partner institutions.

Can I apply to HERA as a single-institution project?

No, HERA requires a consortium of a minimum of 3 entities from 3 different EU member states; single-institution applications are not eligible.

What disciplines does HERA fund?

HERA supports frontier research in the humanities, including social, cultural, historical, and related interdisciplinary perspectives addressing European-scale challenges.

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