The European Commission (EC) has announced the results of the 2025 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Staff Exchanges call, allocating EUR 97.7 million to 81 international projects. Among the funded projects are those led by two Vilnius University (VU) researchers – Prof. Almira Ramanavičienė of the Institute of Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry and Geosciences, and Prof. Mangirdas Malinauskas of the Laser Research Center, Faculty of Physics. Both researchers submitted their proposals with VU.
Prof. Ramanavičienė will implement the project ‘Transforming Chronic Wound Care with Targeted MXene-Based Antibacterial and Regenerative Technologies’ (MX-WOUND).
This interdisciplinary project aims to create a new-generation multimodal technological platform for the treatment of chronic wounds. It seeks to address growing problems related to antibiotic-resistant infections and insufficient tissue regeneration.
The collaboration involves partners from Europe, Ukraine, and the US, combining academic, clinical, and industry experience. Work placements, visits, and mentoring activities are planned as part of the initiative.
Prof. Malinauskas will implement the project ‘Dimensionally Driven Insights for Nonlinear Optics and Engineered Materials’ (DINE).
The project aims to establish an international scientific exchange programme that will bring together laboratories conducting research on nonlinear optics and ultrafast spectroscopy. The goal is to develop advanced materials characterisation technologies in 1D, 2D, and 3D structures. The project involves 12 academic partners and the laser company ‘Optograma’, helping to bridge the gap between fundamental research and practical solutions. It aims to promote progress in photonics, energy, telecommunications, quantum technologies, and materials science.
According to the EC, 363 applications were submitted for the call, of which 360 were considered eligible. The overall success rate is 22.5 per cent. A total of 1,093 organisations from 95 countries participate in the funded projects.