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Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions

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Celebrating 30 years of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions

Curiosity that changes the world

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Welcome to the 30th anniversary of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions!

For three decades, MSCA has been a driving force for research excellence, supporting talented scientists and fostering innovation across Europe and around the world.

Explore these pages to discover our remarkable journey, key highlights, and future opportunities.

It all starts with Marie Skłodowska-Curie and her discovery of Radium. We use this element as a theme for you to discover 88 inspiring stories behind the last 30 years. So imagine a digital map where every "dot" is a spark of genius. 

Unlock the memories! Tap a dot to uncover a story.

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Unlocking the Radium of curiosity

About MSCA

The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions are the European Union’s reference programme for doctoral education and postdoctoral training.

2026 marks a key milestone: the 30th anniversary of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions.

Since 1996, the programme has played a crucial role in advancing research and innovation, supporting over 150 000 researchers, including 23 Nobel Prize winners.

The programme has been a cornerstone of European research and a beacon of excellence, fostering mobility across disciplines, sectors, and countries and attracting and nurturing top talent.

Get to know MSCA