Proposal Submission

PLATO’s proposal submission process is designed to provide a streamlined yet comprehensive user experience. With the AO-1 Call opening on 7 April, all information and tools are made available to the community via these webpages. This includes key webpages and documents for:

• Policies & Procedures — serving as the definitive reference for all requirements
• AO-1 Call — central access point for all related information
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) — a living page for added examples
• PLATO Mission Handbook — offering comprehensive information about the mission
• PLATO Input Catalogue — important target information for proposers
• PLATO ArXiv — data access point

Further hands-on guidance for preparing and submitting proposals is outlined across the subpages below. These resources provide concise, user‑friendly explanations to help you navigate each step of the process.

Explore further:

• Where to start?
• Available targets
• Recipes
• Proposal software
• Proposal templates
• Dual-anonymous guidelines
• Data Privacy Notice

Happy proposing!