Tailored support for research project development, management, and funding strategies
Born from a 9-years experience in the setup and management of European funding, academic program development and the coordination of international research consortia, Waypoint works alongside clients to plan, secure, and implement research and training activities at every stage.
Our Services
Waypoint supports individual researchers, institutions, research groups, and public organisations in the design, funding, and delivery of research and education initiatives. Our work focuses on practical, tailored support—particularly for projects funded under Horizon Europe, EU4Health, Digital Europe, and related programmes in areas such as healthcare research, clinical studies, and the deployment of Artificial Intelligence and digital innovation.
Pre-award support and partnership building
Strategic advisory and setup of research collaborations
Grant management, monitoring and compliance verifications, impact assessment
Financial and administrative support
Customizable training and resources on grant preparation and management
One-on-one support for early career researchers in project / study write-up and for their first competitive applications.
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We provide expert support to teams seeking funding by identifying relevant opportunities and developing competitive proposals. Our services include analyzing funding calls, conceptualizing projects, coordinating the proposal writing process, structuring detailed work plans, preparing comprehensive budgets, and ensuring alignment with funder requirements.
We have extensive experience in research and innovation actions, coordination and support actions, and capacity-building projects across diverse fields. -
We have worked with academic institutions, hospitals, and public bodies on projects involving clinical research, public health, digital infrastructure, and cross-border collaborations, with multiple projects managed in a coordination role. Our involvement can include both hands-on coordination and targeted advisory support, depending on the structure and needs of the project.
We assist with:
Day-to-day operational management, including internal planning, timelines, and deliverable & KPIs tracking.
Financial and administrative follow-upand management
Preparation of periodic and final reports, supporting the drafting of both technical content, impact assessments and financial annexes.
Internal communication and coordination
Support with amendments, audits, and external reviews
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We assist in the design, development, and delivery of education and training programmes (academic courses, and specialized workshops) for researchers, students, and administrative/financial professionals. We collaborate closely with partners to develop content both impactful and contextually relevant for the target audience
We also provide targeted support to junior principal investigators (PIs), helping them navigate the early stages of project development, secure grants and fellowships, and establish themselves as independent researchers.
