While Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) and Innovation Actions (IA) under Horizon Europe represent the flagship instruments for funding research and technological development in the European Union, they are by no means the only options available. In fact, the European funding landscape offers a diverse array of opportunities that may be more suitable depending on […]

The EIC Pathfinder Challenges 2025 are designed to support visionary and high-risk research that can lead to transformative innovations in Europe. This year, the call focuses on four ambitious themes, each addressing pressing societal and technological challenges. To achieve a high evaluation score, applicants must understand the objectives of each Challenge, align their proposals with

  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