On 22 April 2026, Ibn Tofail University hosted an information session on the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) under Horizon Europe, bringing together more than 90 participants both onsite and online. Organised in collaboration with national and European stakeholders, the event aimed to raise awareness of MSCA opportunities and strengthen Morocco’s engagement in European research programmes.
The session opened with welcome remarks from Mr. Anas Chokairi, NCP Coordinator for Horizon Europe at the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation, alongside representatives from the university presidency. Participants were introduced to Horizon Europe, with a particular focus on the role of MSCA within the programme and its key schemes, including Staff Exchanges, Postdoctoral Fellowships, and Doctoral Networks.
A dedicated online presentation delivered by Dr. Tuğba Arslan, MSCA-GLOPOL Regional Liaison Officer, provided detailed insights into the 2026 Doctoral Networks call, highlighting funding opportunities, institutional benefits, financial aspects of participation, as well as Morocco’s positioning within the programme.
Practical sessions delivered by Karima Selmaoui, National Contact Point for MSCA in Morocco, and Ahmed Maalel, MSCA-GLOPOL Regional Liaison Officer for North Africa, guided participants through the proposal preparation process. These sessions covered proposal submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal, partner search opportunities through platforms such as EURAXESS and MSCA matchmaking tools, and key evaluation criteria including excellence, impact, and implementation. The event also provided practical tips and strategies to support successful proposal preparation.
Overall, the session contributed to enhancing participants’ understanding of MSCA, fostering international collaboration, and encouraging Moroccan institutions to actively engage in upcoming Horizon Europe calls.
The presentation delivered by Dr. Tuğba Arslan can be accessed here.
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