EU TalentOn, the EU Contest for Early-Career Researchers:
Shape the future!

Are you a passionate early-career (21-35 years old)
researcher in Europe?

Countdown ends 9 March 2026 at 14h26, in 6 days.

Before applications open

Join other brilliant minds for a stimulating and
collaborative week and propose creative solutions
to the world’s most pressing challenges.

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Prizes

Contestants could win a share of the €80,000 prize pool!

The best teams will be awarded in four areas:

Main prize awarded by the grand jury €12,000

Special jury prize €3,000

First prize per
mission arena €8,000

Second prize per mission arena €5,000

Mission Arenas

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ADAPTATION TO CLIMATE CHANGE

The Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change focuses on supporting EU regions, cities and local authorities in their efforts to build resilience against the impacts of climate change.

CANCER PREVENTION & CARE

The Mission on Cancer focuses on improving the lives of more than 3 million people by 2030 through prevention, cure and for those affected by cancer including their families, to live longer and better.

Restore our Ocean and Waters

The Mission on Restore our Ocean and Waters aims to protect and restore the health of our ocean and waters through research and innovation, citizen engagement and blue investments.

100 Climate-Neutral & smart cities

Cities play a pivotal role in achieving climate neutrality by 2050. Since climate mitigation is heavily dependent on urban action, we need to support cities in accelerating their green and digital transformation.

A soil Deal for Europe

The main goal of the Mission A Soil Deal for Europe is to establish 100 living labs and lighthouses to lead the transition towards healthy soils by 2030.