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Update by the Chair of the German ET Coordination Group on funding in Germany, Oliver Gerberding
Dear all, The German federal ministry for research BMFTR has awarded €29M to six joint Einstein Telescope (ET) R&D projects under the new ET-Vorprogramm (2026–2029), strengthening instrument and hardware development. Following strong engagement with governmental representatives, the funding will expand German ET activities, create dozens of research positions (announced via a new job portal), and showcase Germany’s leading ET contributions. I would like to provide you with some information about recent developments in R&D funding for ET in Germany. Early in 2026 BMFTR released a call for applications for a so-called preparatory program (Vorbereitungsprogramm, ET-VorPro) to fund activities preparing the German community for the realization of ET by extending research…
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News from the ET Collaboration
29.07.2026 The ET Collaboration is implementing several organizational developments to support its continued growth. Key initiatives include the introduction of Core and Community membership, new coordination structures for AI, multi-messenger science, and R&D, as well as updated governance documents. Together, these changes will strengthen coordination, recognize contributions, and prepare the Collaboration for the next phase of the Einstein Telescope. As the ET Collaboration continues to grow, structures and processes to better support ET´s scientific goals are being adapted. Following an evaluation of the current organisation, several important changes are now being implemented. As the Spokesperson and Deputy Spokesperson stated in their presentation at the recent Monthly Meeting, the guiding principles…
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COSMO-26
COSMO-26, August 24-28 2026 in Leiden The 29th International Conference on Particle Physics and Cosmology (COSMO-26 )will be hosted by Leiden University. This annual conference series, one of the largest venues for researchers at the intersection of particle physics and cosmology, brings together world experts to discuss the latest advancements in the field. Conference Website
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QUEST 2026, September 23-25 in Pisa
QUEST 2026, September 23-25 in Pisa This is the first edition of QUEST: Quantum Gravity, Early Universe, Space-Time and Theoretical Frontiers. This conference will be held in Pisa from 23rd to 25th September 2026 and is entirely organized by PhD students from the University of Pisa who are interested in Gravity, Quantum Field Theories and Cosmology. Conference Website
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New Horizons in Quantum Gravity, April 11-16 2027 at Ecole de Physique des Houches
New Horizons in Quantum Gravity, April 11-16 2027 at Ecole de Physique des Houches Taking place at the prestigious Ecole de Physique des Houches near Mont Blanc, on April 11-16, 2027, this doctoral school is dedicated to young researchers in classical and quantum gravity. It covers advanced topics in general relativity -covariant phase space, boundary symmetries, edge modes- and the recent developments they led to in quantum gravity, including algebra of observables, celestial holography and the blooming interface with quantum reference frames. Leading researchers at the forefront of quantum gravity and quantum information, will teach the fundamentals and discuss the current exciting lines of research. School Website
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Postdoctoral Researcher in Non-Hermitian Gravitational Physics and Black Hole Gravitational Waves at Tokyo Metropolitan University
28.07.2026 Postdoctoral Researcher in Non-Hermitian Gravitational Physics and Black Hole Gravitational Waves at Tokyo Metropolitan University The Department of Physics at Tokyo Metropolitan University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position in theoretical gravitational physics. The position is funded by the KAKENHI Challenging Research project “Foundations of Non-Hermitian Gravitational Physics and Exploration of Black Hole Gravitational Waves” (project period: April 2026–March 2029; Principal Investigator: Hayato Motohashi). Application deadline August 25th, 2026. Read more
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CNRS Junior Professor Chair (Tenure-Track) in Theoretical Particle Physics at LPSC, Grenoble
28.07.2026 CNRS Junior Professor Chair (Tenure-Track) in Theoretical Particle Physics at LPSC, Grenoble The theory group of the Laboratoire de Physique Subatomique et de Cosmologie (LPSC) in Grenoble invites applications for a Junior Professor Chair in the field of „New Precision and New Frontiers in Theoretical Particle Physics“. This is a tenure-track CNRS position which comes with a dedicated financial environment (200k€ over six years) and includes teaching activities in a higher education institution. It is initially a fixed-term contract under public law for a duration of 3 to 6 years. Following evaluation of scientific value and professional aptitude by a tenure commission, tenure will be granted directly as a…
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CNRS Junior Professor Chair (tenure track) in theoretical particle Physics in Marseille
28.07.2026 CNRS Junior Professor Chair (tenure track) in theoretical particle Physics in Marseille The Centre de Physique Théorique (CPT) in Marseille invites applications for the CNRS Junior Professor Chair „New Precision and New Frontiers in Theoretical Particle Physics“ (NouvPaTh). This is a CNRS position, and CPT is among the eligible host laboratories. The chair runs for three to six years, depending on the successful candidate’s experience, and is designed to lead to a senior tenured position as CNRS Research Director. It comes with €200,000 in start-up funds. Application deadline is September 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CEST. Read more
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Cosmology from Home 2026, September 21st – October 2nd
Cosmology from Home 2026, September 21st – October 2nd Cosmology from Home is an annual online cosmology conference with an innovative format, which produces a dynamic and collaborative workshop experience within the online domain. The format includes the use of pre-recorded talks, and a combination of asynchronous and scheduled live discussions. A permanently available and freely-navigated discussion space also facilitates ongoing, organic discussions. The conference will bring together cosmologists from around the world to discuss the current state of cosmology at the interface of theory and observations. Conference Website
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LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA Collaboration Meeting September 21 – 25, 2026 at IUCAA, Pune
LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA Collaboration Meeting September 21 – 25, 2026 at IUCAA, Pune The September 2026 LIGO–Virgo–KAGRA (LVK) Collaboration Meeting will be held in Pune, India. Registration Fees: There will be a registration fee for this conference. The details of registration fee payment will be updated in due course in the Registration page. Meeting Website