2026 Call for Short-Term Scientific Missions (STSMs)
We are pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 Call for STSM Grants.
Call Deadlines
- Call Deadline: 5 March 2026, 23:59 CET
- Evaluation Period: 6-13 March 2026
- Announcement of Results: 17 March 2026

How to Apply
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Review the Guidelines: Carefully read the ENFiber STSM Guidelines before applying.
- Prepare the required documents:
- Complete the ENFiber STSM Grant Application Form and save it as a PDF document.
- Invitation letter from the Host Institution.
- ENFiber Detailed STSM Budget Break-Down Form.
- Updated CV in the Europass format on e-COST profile
- Submit your application:
- Log in to your e-COST profile (or create one if you don’t have an account).
- Complete the electronic application form available here.
After the STSM
- Confirmation from the Host institution: A letter or an email from the senior researcher of the Host institution confirming that the applicant has successfully completed the mission.
- Prepare Your Report: Use the ENFiber STSM Report Template to draft your report.
- Submit the Report: Upload the completed report to e-COST no later than 30 days after the activity’s conclusion, 15 days from the end date of the Grant Period, or, within a shorter timeframe if requested by the Grant Holder or Grant Awarding Coordinator to meet reporting deadlines.
- Capture the Moment: Take photos with the Host Institution team to share on ENFiber’s social media.
Call Documents
Downloadable files to assist your application are available below.
Published on January 22, 2026