The Publication Support Voucher provides rapid funding to support publications about rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMD) research in high-quality peer-review EULAR-endorsed journals (Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases (ARD), EULAR Rheumatology Open (ERO)) and journals associated with national societies and organizations of EULAR’s member societies.
Budget and financial requirements
Application requirements
Review and decision process:
1. Alignment with EULAR’s Mission & Research Strategy
EULAR supports work that aims to reduce the burden of RMDs, improve prevention, care, and patient outcomes across Europe .
Projects should show patient relevance, real-world impact, and feasibility of implementation.
2. Targeted Program Fit
Research Vouchers (up to €5,000): Quick support to cover services, data, or small pilot needs
Research Methods Grant (€50,000): For novel methodology development in basic/translational RMD research; expected call in June 2025 with clear path to future funding
Health Professionals (HPR) Research Grant (€45,000): Led by health professionals (non-MDs) with impact across ≥3 countries; inclusive of multidisciplinary professions and patient-centered approaches
Training & Bursaries: Support short-term (1–3 weeks) or longer (1–6 months) fellowships within Europe for early-career rheumatologists
Research Exchange Programmes: e.g. EULAR–ACR in Chicago, EULAR–APLAR in Japan, to foster international collaboration
3. Scientific Quality, Innovation & Feasibility
Funders prioritize proposals with strong scientific rigor, clear aims, innovative methods, and pilot feasibility.
Applications for Methods Grant should emphasize method development with a path to broader implementation; HPR proposals must show strong work plans and achievable outcomes .
4. Collaborative, Multi-Country & Impact-Oriented Approach
Many schemes require collaboration across multiple European countries, particularly for the HPR Research Grant and exchange programs .
Projects that integrate patient involvement are favored, particularly in HPR grants.
5. Strong Research Ecosystem & Mentorship
Access to EULAR services—such as Research Consultation Service, research webinars, training venues, and EULAR Centres of Excellence—strengthens applications.
Participation in EMEUNET (EULAR’s Emerging Network) signals early-career investment and helps with mentoring and visibility.
6. Rapid Funding Access & ROI through Vouchers
Research Vouchers enable rapid seed funding—ideal for acquiring critical data or services to move a project forward and strengthen future grant applications
7. Quality of Application & Realistic Budgeting
Proposals should include detailed budgets aligned with EULAR requirements, realistic timelines, and multi-stage planning when relevant.
For Methods Grants, demonstrate sustainability and reach beyond pilot phase; for HPR, define impact on professional practice across countries .
8. Timing & Compliance with Deadlines
Research Methods Grant: opens 1 June 2025, closes 30 June 2025
Voucher programs: Research Service, EU Grant Development, and Publication Support are available quarterly, but with a key deadline of 30 September 2025
HPR Grant: call opens mid‑September 2025, with a deadline of 23 October 2025, decisions by early March 2026 .
| Program / Tool | Purpose | Key Strength Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| Research Voucher (€5k) | Small pilot support or service costs | Clear immediate need; adds value to ongoing research |
| Methods Grant (€50k) | Method/tool innovation with RMD focus | Novel methodology, path to implementation |
| HPR Research Grant (€45k) | Health professional-led RMD project spanning ≥3 countries | Impact on practice, cross-national relevance, patient involvement |
| Short-/long-term Training Grant | Exchange visits or fellowships across Europe | Early career development; network building |
| Research Exchange Programs | Attend ACR or APLAR conferences for collaboration | Cross-disciplinary exchange; institutional support |
Select the correct award stream: e.g., if you're an early-career physician aiming to build independence, use training or voucher schemes.
Provide a concise, high-quality research plan with measurable aims and milestones.
Show collaboration: international partners, multi-site sites, patient representatives.
Use EULAR’s consultation and training services to refine applications and prepare for proposal submission.
Follow budget requirements exactly (e.g. no overheads; direct costs only).
Submit within the official calls and rounds: e.g., Research Methods Grant in June 2025; HPR Grant in October 2025; vouchers and bursaries on rolling schedules.
Researchers and Health Professionals from EULAR-affiliated countries
Sponsor Institute/Organizations: European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR)
Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit
Address: Seestrasse 240 CH 8802 Kilchberg (Zurich) Switzerland
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Sep 30, 2025
Sep 30, 2025
$2,311
EUR 2,000
Affiliation: European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR)
Address: Seestrasse 240 CH 8802 Kilchberg (Zurich) Switzerland
Website URL: https://www.eular.org/eular-research-funding
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