University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Secures Funding for Predoctoral Research

Funding Details

• Total funding amount: €268,400
• Co-financed by: European Social Fund Plus (FSE+)
• Total project cost: approximately €299,000
• Additional co-financing needed from university or other sources

Purpose and Use

• Support for two predoctoral research training contracts
• Linked to specific scientific projects
• Recruitment of young researchers to pursue doctoral theses
• Supervision by experts

Approval and Strategic Context

The initiative aligns with Spain's broader strategy to promote scientific research and develop highly qualified personnel.

• Approved through a formal resolution published on April 30, 2026
• Supports science promotion and human resource development

Research Teams and Topics

• Institute for Technological Development in Communications
• Institute for Animal Health and Food Safety
• Working on cutting-edge topics

Contract Duration and Conditions

• Duration: up to four years
• Options for extension upon thesis completion

Selection and Transparency Principles

• Emphasis on transparency, equal opportunity, and merit-based selection
• Open call process for applicants

Additional Information

• Funding details, legal frameworks, and evaluation criteria available in the official bulletin
• Ensures clarity for candidates and upholds rigorous commitments for researchers