The Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) has opened its 2025 call for proposals, representing a significant funding opportunity for companies, research centres, and university departments working in the bio-based sector. With a budget of €213 million allocated for this call, the CBE JU aims to support projects that advance competitive, circular, and […]

The European Union (EU) provides a broad suite of funding instruments to support collaborative research, innovation, and sustainable development across its Member States and associated countries. These instruments, often implemented through competitive calls for proposals, require the formation of consortia across sectors and regions. Below is a detailed overview of the principal consortium grant mechanisms,

Creating a robust consortium for a Horizon Europe project is a critical step towards securing funding and ensuring the project’s success. The nature of the consortium largely depends on the type of project, whether it is a Research and Innovation Action (RIA), Innovation Action (IA), or Coordination and Support Action (CSA). Below, we explore tailored

The European Innovation Council (EIC) Pathfinder program is an initiative that provides funding and support for early-stage research and development of breakthrough technologies. By fostering collaboration between researchers, businesses, and other stakeholders, it aims to catalyze transformative ideas that can potentially reshape industries. When assessing a proposal for EIC Pathfinder support, evaluators apply a structured

Evaluation Criteria in Horizon Europe: Impact, Excellence, and Implementation Securing funding under Horizon Europe, the European Union’s key research and innovation programme, requires a well-crafted proposal that meets strict evaluation criteria. Proposals are assessed based on three fundamental pillars: Excellence, Impact, and Implementation. Understanding these criteria is essential for developing a competitive application and maximizing