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First Step - English version

​​1.       Objectives of the program

The First step projects (projets Tremplin international) are exploration tools open both geographically and thematically. They aim to initiate a new collaboration between a young Inserm researcher in a French research team and a foreign team : 
Are eligible 
- Permanent researchers recruited for less than 5 years at Inserm or 
- Inserm Atip-Avenir team leaders or
- Junior professorships. 
First step projects are intended to begin and develop scientific and technological exchanges of excellence between two research laboratories. The creation of a First step project must demonstrate a potential for complementary expertise. 

The duration of this partnership is one (1) year. 

Beyond the resources directly mobilised by the participating laboratories, First Step projects will be granted a funding of 10000€ for one year (fixed amount). 

2.       Schedule of the call

Opening : April 22n​d, 2024
Closing : June 17th, 2024, at 5:00 PM (Paris Summer Time)

The candidates will be informed of the results early 2025. The projects will start in 2025.

3. Documents for the call

To be consulted :

To be downloaded and uploaded on Eva platform​ in the final stage of submission:

  • The application form including the scientific project (5 pages max) – to be downloaded and completed
  • A list of max 3 relevant scientific outputs of the laboratories – to be downloaded and completed
  • A recommendation of the Head of the laboratory ("DU") – to be downloaded and completed​​
  • The CV of each coordinator (French and foreign) - no forms imposed
  • A support letter signed by the foreign coordinator, indicating, the case being, funding which could be attributed to the project. - no forms imposed

4.       Contact

firststep@inserm.fr