With the European Research Council (ERC) celebrating its 3 year anniversary, opinion is out as to whether it can continue in its mission to establish a Europe-wide scientific forum. 2010 sees the appointment of a new director (applications close on 5 March) and the implementation of recommendations made by an independent report. This article in TheScientist.com outlines the history of the ERC and highlights some of the issues that may influence its future direction.

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