Research Assessment Solutions
We ensure independent research assessment and grant evaluation in line with international standards
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Our tailor-made evaluation support
- Research assessment by Expert Reviewers
Providing one or several independent expert assessments per application - Research assessment by Review Panels
Setting up (inter-)disciplinary international review panels and providing consensus reports - End-to-end competitive call management
From open call for proposals, project evaluation to post-award management. - Advice and support on peer review processes
Providing advice on management of conflicts of interest, selection criteria, call guidelines, etc.
Our Expertise
- Process Quality
Targeted identification of experts and quality check of assessment reports
- Process integrity
* Stringent management of Conflicts of Interest
* Non-disclosure agreements signed by Reviewers
- Process scalability
Ability to cope with any volume of applications
- A secure online platform and adaptable workflows
for the call management, application submission, expert assessment and honoraria payments
Key Figures (2020-2023)
OUR RESEARCH ASSESSMENT STANDARDS
ESF adopts core principles of research grant assessment adhering to the good practices outlined in the “European Peer Review Guide: Integrating Policies and Practices into Coherent Procedures” published by ESF in 2011.
ESF is committed to ensuring high-quality peer review processes by implementing fair assessment approaches in line with the research assessment reform promoted by Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment (CoARA). Serving as CoARA's secretariat since December 2022, ESF helps partners adopt this reform in their institutions.
ESF reviewers adhere to research assessment principles that incorporate recommendations from CoARA. These guidelines are accessible for download by clicking on the button below.