Mobility of researchers

Bilateral research projects enable Slovenian and partner researchers to work together in depth.

Purpose The projects aim to strengthen scientific research cooperation in areas of strategic importance, to promote scientific and development progress, and to increase involvement in European and other international projects.

DurationTwo or three years.

The hosting of researchers from third countries is governed by the following: 

• Scientific Research and Innovation Activities Act, 

• Rules on the conclusion of hosting agreements between research organisations and researchers from third countries. 

This also transposes Directive (EU) 2016/801 on the conditions of entry and residence of third-country nationals for the purposes of research.

The procedure does not govern the researcher's individual application, but rather the obligations of the host organisation.

Who can enter into a hosting agreementThe agreement can be entered into by a research organisation that is registered in the ARIS database of research and development providers.

COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) is a European intergovernmental framework that promotes cooperation between researchers from different countries. It enables researchers to network in common scientific and technological fields and contributes to strengthening the European Research Area. 

COST encourages the development of new ideas, research approaches and international links. It does not fund research, but supports activities that enable the exchange of knowledge, experience and results.

Who can get involved COST Actions are open to researchers at all stages of their careers and to representatives from universities, research institutes, industry, NGOs and SMEs.

What cooperation makes possibleParticipation in COST Actions includes meetings and workshops, scientific conferences, training schools, short-term scientific missions (STSMs) and dissemination activities.