Professor Inta Mieriņa from the University of Latvia and lead of WICE project was featured in an episode of the international podcast EURAXESS Smart Talks, titled “The Idea Comes First: Excellence before the Proposal”. In the episode, she discusses her journey towards securing a prestigious European Research Council (ERC) grant, developing an ambitious research idea, and studying migration processes in Central and Eastern Europe.

During the conversation, Professor Mieriņa shares her experience of the challenges involved in preparing an ERC grant proposal, highlights the importance of international collaboration and interdisciplinary approaches, and offers practical advice to researchers considering applying for European research funding. She emphasises that a successful research project begins with an original and ambitious scientific idea, supported by perseverance and determination.

Professor Mieriņa also introduces her ERC-funded research on public attitudes towards migrants and the reception of Ukrainian war refugees. The project aims to better understand how historical experiences, public perceptions, and political narratives shape solidarity and attitudes towards different migrant groups.

Listen to the podcast in English: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1998474/episodes/19949606

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