Our 80 newly approved research networks are now available on the COST website by browsing our dedicated COST Action section. All new Actions begin with CA25 so it’s easy to identify them.
Introducing our CA25 COST Actions
COST Actions are different to many other EU funded projects because it is possible to join and participate in one of our research networks once it has started, even if you were not involved at the proposal phase. This same logic applies throughout the entire lifespan of a COST Action. This is the openness of COST.
The 80 new COST Actions cover topics as wide and varied as phychosis prevention, silent fans, neuromorphic computing, vaccines for overall health benefits, artificial intelligence, conservation of modern art, and parental and children well-being.
Have you seen a new network that is of interest? Apply to join one of its Working Groups or even become a Management Committee member.
How to join a new CA25 COST Action?
Visit the dedicated Action page on the COST website.
In the ‘Action Documents‘ section read the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to fully understand the aims of the new Action.
Identify the Working Group(s) you would like to be part of, as detailed in the MoU – Working Groups perform the tasks required by the Action to fulfill its objectives.
You may also want to contact the Main Proposer to discuss how you can contribute.
To apply to join click on ‘Apply to join your Working Groups of interest‘.
You will be redirected to the e-COST platform, where you can login, or register for an account if you don’t have one, and submit the simple form.
Your application will be reviewed by the Action’s Management Committee once the Action starts.
If you want to get more deeply involved and are interested in joining the Management Committee (MC) of a new Action please contact your country’s contact point, the COST National Coordinator.
The MC is responsible for the coordination, implementation and management of an Action. For each Action, up to two representatives per COST Member Country can be nominated to the MC.
Additional information
News on the 80 newly approved COST Actions
Download the full list of newly approved CA25 Actions
Discover what’s new in the COST Open Call 2026
In 2026 the Open Call for new COST Action proposals will open in e-COST on 31 July 2026 (12:00 noon CEST) and close on 28 October 2026 (12:00 noon CET). You can already start building your network and preparing your proposal. If you’re familiar with our existing submission and evaluation procedure you might notice some changes.
