Grants8

Grant Information	Key Details	Eligibility & Funding
Reconstructing areas affected by conflicts: the role of the bio-based solutions HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-13 Programme: Horizon Europe	This grant aims to support the reconstruction of areas affected by conflicts, such as Ukraine and Gaza, by developing and deploying innovative bio-based and nature-based solutions. It targets organizations capable of conducting Research and Innovation Actions (RIAs) focusing on environmental restoration, sustainable rebuilding, and climate adaptation in post-conflict zones. This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant, primarily focusing on bioeconomy, environmental restoration, and humanitarian aid sectors. The geographic scope is conflict-affected areas globally, with a specific emphasis on future EU enlargement and international partnership initiatives. Key filtering criteria: Focus on bio-based/nature-based solutions for conflict reconstruction, research and innovation capacity, and willingness for international cooperation. This grant is part of the recurring Horizon Europe Framework Programme (2021-2027), specifically under the Cluster 6 Work Programme for 2025.	Funding Up to 4000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 17, 2025, midnight	Details
The ocean-climate-biodiversity-people nexus: uncovering safe operating space for safeguarding the integrity and health of the global ocean HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-CLIMATE-02 Programme: Horizon Europe	The core objective of this grant is to enhance Europe's efforts towards climate neutrality and ocean sustainability. It aims to improve scientific understanding of ocean health and integrity under various emission scenarios, addressing existing and emerging threats. - Target recipient type: Primarily research organizations, universities, public bodies, and international organizations capable of conducting advanced scientific research. - Target size: SECTOR-AGNOSTIC regarding organizational size, focusing more on research capacity and consortium strength. - Geographic scope: Global ocean, with strong relevance to European policies and international cooperation. - Key filtering criteria: Focus on ocean-climate-biodiversity nexus research, strong scientific methodology, and collaborative project approach. - Grant frequency: Part of the recurring Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025.	Funding Up to 6500000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 16, 2025, midnight	Details
Nutrition and Mental Health HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-FARM2FORK-12 Programme: Horizon Europe	Single, clear statement of grant's core objective: To understand and address how inadequate nutrition and unhealthy diets affect mental health and well-being across different age groups and socio-economic contexts in Europe. Explicit identification of target recipient type and size: The grant targets organizations undertaking Research and Innovation Actions (RIA), including SMEs, industry, research institutions (universities), public authorities, NGOs, civil society, healthcare professionals, patients, and consumer associations. MUST state if grant is 'SECTOR-SPECIFIC' or 'SECTOR-AGNOSTIC': SECTOR-SPECIFIC Geographic scope and any location requirements: Projects should focus on a 'European comprehensive overview' and data collection in 'Member States and Associated Countries'. International cooperation, particularly with the EU-Africa Partnership, is encouraged. Key filtering criteria for initial grant screening: Focus on the interlink between nutrition, diet, and mental health; requiring a multi-actor approach; and involving research and innovation (RIA). Grant frequency and program context: This is a single-stage call within the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025, specifically under Cluster 6 'Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment', Destination 'Fair, healthy and environment-friendly food systems from primary production to consumption'.	Funding Up to 5000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 16, 2025, midnight	Details
UKRI Gambling Harms Research Coordination Centre (GHRCC) OPP1028 Programme: UK Research and Innovation's Research Programme on Gambling (RPG)	The UKRI Gambling Harms Research Coordination Centre (GHRCC) grant aims to establish and fund a central hub responsible for coordinating and facilitating research in the field of gambling harms. Its core objective is to identify research gaps, lead a multidisciplinary research program, and foster collaborations to strengthen the independent evidence base on gambling harms within the UK. This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant focused on gambling harms research. Target Recipients This opportunity targets UK-based research organizations capable of hosting a significant research and innovation project. Eligible organizations include: UK academic Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) Independent Research Organisations (IROs) recognised by UKRI UK registered businesses Geographic Scope While international project co-leads are welcome, the host organization and project lead must be based in the UK. The Centre's work will focus on understanding gambling and gambling-related harms primarily within the UK context, including a considered approach to geographic spread and involvement of devolved nations. Key Filtering Criteria UK-based host organization (HEI, IRO, or eligible UK business). Consortium-based application is mandatory. Primary focus must be on coordinating and conducting research on gambling harms. Organizations holding a Gambling Commission operating license subject to the levy are explicitly ineligible to host the award or receive funding.	Funding Up to 10000000.00 GBP Deadline Sept. 16, 2025, 3 p.m.	Details
Wireless Communication Technologies and Signal Processing – Standardisation and Follow-up/PoCs 48488442TOPICSen Programme: Horizon Europe	Core objective: To optimize wireless communication technologies and signal processing for 6G, focusing on physical layer solutions, massive MIMO, AI/ML for RAN, spectrum sharing, automation, and function accelerators. Target recipient type and size: Legal entities of any size (public bodies, research organizations, higher education establishments, businesses including SMEs) with strong research and innovation capacity. MUST state if grant is 'SECTOR-SPECIFIC' or 'SECTOR-AGNOSTIC': SECTOR-SPECIFIC Geographic scope: EU Member States, Associated Countries, OECD countries, Mercosur countries. Key filtering criteria: Geographical eligibility, focus on 6G wireless communication R&D, willingness to share AI/ML data, commitment to EU strategic interests. Grant frequency: Recurring (part of Horizon Europe annual calls). Program context: Smart Networks and Services (SNS) Joint Undertaking under Horizon Europe.	Funding Up to 7000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 18, 2025, midnight	Details
Enhancing plant protein production to bolster the resilience of agricultural systems and EU self-sufficiency in plant protein used as feed 48211667TOPICSen Programme: Horizon Europe	– This grant aims to reduce the EU's reliance on imported feed protein by significantly boosting the domestic production and sustainable use of plant proteins for animal feed. - It targets a wide range of actors across the plant protein feed value chain, including farmers, land managers, advisors, feed manufacturers, industry (including SMEs), policymakers, and researchers. - This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant, focused on agriculture, food systems, and animal feed production. - The primary geographic scope is the European Union, with opportunities for international cooperation, especially with the EU-Africa Partnership on Food and Nutrition Security and Sustainable Agriculture (FNSSA), and includes EU outermost regions and Central/Eastern Europe. - Key filtering criteria include a focus on enhancing protein crop cultivation for feed, improving agricultural system resilience, and contributing to EU self-sufficiency. - This topic is part of a recurring Work Programme within Horizon Europe, specifically addressing the 2025 call.	Funding Up to 5500000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 16, 2025, midnight	Details
Reliable Services Operation 48488530TOPICSen Programme: HORIZON-JU-SNS-2025-01	The core objective of this grant is to develop efficient, reliable, and secure service operation methodologies and technologies for complex, multi-stakeholder, dynamic services within the next-generation (6G) communication networks. This includes addressing crucial societal requirements like sustainability, privacy, and AI-conformance. Explicit identification of target recipient type and size: The grant targets legal entities established in EU Member States, Associated Countries, OECD, and Mercosur countries. While no specific size is mandated, Research and Innovation Actions (RIAs) typically involve research organizations, universities, and technology-focused companies (SMEs, enterprises) capable of significant R&D. MUST state if grant is 'SECTOR-SPECIFIC' or 'SECTOR-AGNOSTIC': SECTOR-SPECIFIC (focused on Communication engineering and systems telecommunications, specifically 6G). Geographic scope and any location requirements: Open to legal entities established in EU Member States, Associated Countries, OECD, and Mercosur countries, with specific exclusions for certain high-risk and sanctioned countries/entities. Key filtering criteria for initial grant screening: Must be a legal entity from an eligible country. Must not be controlled by or linked to non-eligible countries or high-risk suppliers. Must have expertise in 6G, network security, AI, and service operations. Must align with the scope areas of automation, intelligence in security, service development, runtime dynamics, interfaces, and multi-stakeholder auditing. Grant frequency and program context: This is a recurring call as part of the annual 'HORIZON-JU-SNS-2025-01' program under Horizon Europe's Smart Networks and Services (SNS) Joint Undertaking.	Funding Up to 8000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 18, 2025, midnight	Details
Projects on Legislative and Policy Priorities in the field of Clean Energy Transition 48233501TOPICSen Programme: LIFE Programme	Core objective: To improve understanding of the actual impacts of EU Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Regulations by conducting in-situ measurement campaigns of energy consumption in EU households and to facilitate the implementation of related test methods that reflect real-life product use. Target recipient type and size: Organizations/consortia with multidisciplinary expertise; no specific size mentioned. MUST state if grant is 'SECTOR-SPECIFIC' or 'SECTOR-AGNOSTIC': SECTOR-SPECIFIC (Clean Energy Transition, Ecodesign, Energy Labelling). Geographic scope: EU Member States. Key filtering criteria for initial grant screening: Expertise in energy consumption measurement, statistical analysis, household engagement; ability to form a consortium from at least 3 eligible countries; focus on specific product categories. Grant frequency and program context: Recurring within the LIFE Multiannual Work Programme 2025-2027.	Funding Up to 2000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 23, 2025, midnight	Details
Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) of policy and market-relevant product groups 48212803TOPICSen Programme: Horizon Europe	This grant aims to drive the European Green Deal by developing and testing Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) methodologies for various product groups. - The core objective is to improve knowledge, create tools, and reduce the environmental impact of products across their lifecycle. - Target recipients are organizations capable of conducting research and innovation actions (RIAs), including industry, public procurers, SMEs, and NGOs. - This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant, focusing on circular economy and bioeconomy sectors. - Geographic scope is primarily the EU and Associated Countries, with international cooperation encouraged. - Key filtering criteria include a focus on environmental impact reduction, PEF methodology, and specific product groups (textiles, metals, plastics, detergents, chemicals, ICT). - This grant is part of the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025, suggesting it is a recurring opportunity within the broader program context.	Funding Up to 4000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 17, 2025, midnight	Details
Innovative surgery as the cornerstone of affordable multi-modal therapeutic interventions benefitting cancer patients with locally advanced or metastatic disease 48335282TOPICSen Programme: Horizon Europe	This grant aims to drive innovation in surgical interventions for cancer treatment, specifically for patients with locally advanced or metastatic disease. It seeks to validate new, affordable, and multi-modal therapeutic approaches through clinical trials. - Target recipient type: Broad range of organizations including research institutions, SMEs, public health bodies, and NGOs. - Target size: Not explicitly limited, but projects are large-scale requiring significant capacity. - SECTOR-SPECIFIC (Oncology, Healthcare, Medical Devices, Research & Innovation) - Geographic scope: EU Member States and Associated Countries. - Key filtering criteria: Focus on innovative surgical treatments for advanced/metastatic cancer, clinical trial validation, and consortium-based applications. - Grant frequency: Recurring as part of the Horizon Europe Mission on Cancer annual work programme.	Funding Up to 10000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 16, 2025, midnight	Details
Pushing the frontiers of environmental research: January 2026 OPP991 Programme: Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) - Pushing the Frontiers Scheme	This grant, the 'Pushing the frontiers of environmental research: January 2026', aims to support ambitious, high-risk, and high-reward curiosity-driven environmental research projects. It targets UK-based research organizations and individuals, including academics at lecturer level or equivalent, offering funding for pure, applied, technology-led, or policy-driven research that addresses significant environmental science questions. This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant, focused entirely on environmental research and related fields within the Natural Environment Research Council's (NERC) remit. The primary geographic scope is the United Kingdom, with specific provisions for limited international collaboration funding. Key filtering criteria for initial screening include being a UK research organization eligible for NERC funding and having a project lead who meets individual eligibility requirements. This grant is part of the recurring 'Pushing the Frontiers' scheme, subject to specific demand management measures.	Funding Up to 950000.00 GBP Deadline Jan. 21, 2026, 4 p.m.	Details
Understanding and managing medium and longer-term challenges and opportunities for agriculture stemming from shifting climatic zones and changing agroecological environments HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-CLIMATE-03 Programme: Horizon Europe	The core objective of this grant is to better understand and manage the medium and longer-term challenges and opportunities for agriculture, specifically those arising from shifting climatic zones and changing agroecological environments. - Explicit identification of target recipient type and size: Not specifically defined, but typical for Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Actions, targeting research organizations, universities, SMEs, and other entities involved in agricultural and environmental research. - SECTOR-SPECIFIC: This grant is highly sector-specific, focusing on agriculture, climate action, and environmental science. - Geographic scope and any location requirements: Primarily focused on Europe, but also considers the international context of climate change and agriculture. - Key filtering criteria for initial grant screening: Projects must address the impact of climate change on agriculture, including modeling, characterization of cropping systems, and development of decision-making tools for adaptation and restoration. - Grant frequency and program context: This is part of the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025, suggesting it is a recurring type of call within the overall Horizon Europe framework.	Funding Up to 5000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 16, 2025, midnight	Details
Nature Governance and Information 48204416TOPICSen Programme: LIFE Programme	This grant aims to protect nature and biodiversity by funding projects focused on improving governance and information at all levels. - It is designed for various types of organizations interested in environmental action. - This grant is SECTOR-SPECIFIC, focusing exclusively on nature governance and information within the broader LIFE Nature and Biodiversity sub-programme. - Geographic scope covers eligible countries as defined in the full call document (typically EU Member States). - Key filtering criteria include a focus on governance, information dissemination, policy compliance, and access to justice related to nature and biodiversity. - This is part of the recurring LIFE Programme, specifically a Standard Action Project (SAP) call.	Funding Up to None EUR Deadline Sept. 23, 2025, midnight	Details
Additional activities for the European partnership on animal health and welfare HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-FARM2FORK-02 Programme: Horizon Europe	The core objective of this grant is to provide continued financial and operational support to the existing European partnership on animal health and welfare, specifically the consortium previously funded under HORIZON-CL6-2023-FARM2FORK-01-2. The grant aims to fund additional activities and potentially integrate new partners, strengthening the partnership's strategic research and innovation agenda. Target Recipient Type: The existing consortium coordinating the European partnership on animal health and welfare (HORIZON-CL6-2023-FARM2FORK-01-2), which typically includes research organizations, public bodies, and potentially enterprises and NGOs. Target Size: Not explicitly defined for the coordinator, but SMEs are promoted as partners. SECTOR-SPECIFIC: Animal Health and Welfare, Agriculture, Food Systems. Geographic Scope: European partnership, specifically EU Member States and Associated Countries. International collaborations are also encouraged. Key Filtering Criteria: Prior funding under a specific Horizon Europe topic (HORIZON-CL6-2023-FARM2FORK-01-2) is a mandatory requirement for the lead applicant. Grant Frequency: This is a continuation of an existing partnership, indicating long-term program support.	Funding Up to 120000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 16, 2025, midnight	Details
Revision Applications for Incorporation of Novel NCI- Supported Technology to Accelerate Cancer Research (U01 Clinical Trial Optional) RFA-CA-25-006 Programme: National Cancer Institute (NCI) Innovative Molecular Analysis Technologies (IMAT) program	The core objective of this grant is to encourage revision applications from currently funded NCI U01 research projects. The goal is to expand existing cancer research by incorporating novel technical approaches or devices developed through the NCI Innovative Molecular Analysis Technologies (IMAT) program. This aims to independently validate and accelerate the adoption of these emerging technologies for broader cancer research applications. - Target recipients: Currently funded NCI U01 research projects. - Recipient size: Not specified (broad range of eligible organization types). - SECTOR-SPECIFIC: Cancer Research. - Geographic scope: US-based and non-US entities (Foreign Organizations) are eligible. - Key filtering criteria: Must be an existing NCI U01 awardee with at least one year remaining on the parent award; must integrate NCI IMAT-supported technology. - Grant frequency: Recurring (reissue of a previous funding opportunity). - Program context: Part of the NCI IMAT program, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration in developing tools and methods for cancer research.	Funding Up to 150000.00 USD Deadline Oct. 3, 2025, 5 p.m.	Details
Smart airports, airports as multimodal nodes and passenger experience 47761674TOPICSen Programme: Horizon Europe - SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking	The core objective of this grant is to significantly advance research and innovation in smart airports, airports as multimodal nodes, and the overall passenger experience. This includes developing solutions for collaborative management, enhanced performance monitoring, seamless integration into air traffic management (ATM) processes, improved environmental performance, and robust cybersecurity capabilities for airport platforms. It also targets the integration of new technologies like vertiports and remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS). - Explicit identification of target recipient type and size: The grant targets a wide range of legal entities, including businesses (SMEs, enterprises), research organizations, universities, NGOs, and public bodies, collaborating in consortia. There are no explicit size restrictions, but the project scope and funding levels suggest suitability for medium to large organizations or groups of organizations. - MUST state if grant is 'SECTOR-SPECIFIC' or 'SECTOR-AGNOSTIC': This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant, focused on Aviation, Air Traffic Management (ATM), Airports, and associated Technology and Transport sectors. - Geographic scope and any location requirements: Open to entities from EU Member States and countries associated with Horizon Europe. Funding provisions may also be available for specific non-EU/non-Associated countries. - Key filtering criteria for initial grant screening: Applicants should be involved in aviation or related technology, have strong R&I capabilities, and be prepared to form or join a consortium for collaborative projects. - Grant frequency and program context: This topic is part of the broader HORIZON-SESAR-2025-DES-IR-02 call, indicating it is a recurring part of the SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking's work programme within Horizon Europe.	Funding Up to 3000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 16, 2025, midnight	Details
Advisory support and network to counter disinformation and foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI) HORIZON-CL2-2025-01-DEMOCRACY-01 Programme: Horizon Europe	This grant aims to provide advisory support and establish a network to effectively counter disinformation and Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI). Core Objective: To enhance understanding and implement solutions to prevent and counter FIMI and related disinformation, providing science-based tools and policy recommendations to EU institutions, national decision-makers, practitioners, and civil society. Target Recipients: Legal entities, including public bodies, NGOs, fact-checkers, civil society organisations, policymakers, educational bodies, law practitioners, media companies, public and private broadcasters, online news platforms, and digital service providers. Size Preference: Not explicitly stated, but the nature of a Coordination and Support Action (CSA) suggests a capacity to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects. Designation: SECTOR-SPECIFIC Geographic Scope: Primarily targets EU Member States and Associated Countries, with exceptional participation possible for legal entities established in non-associated third countries. Key Filtering Criteria: Focus on countering disinformation and FIMI, building on prior EU-funded research, and engaging a wide range of professional and societal actors. Grant Frequency and Program Context: This is part of the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025, specifically under the 'Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society' cluster, indicating a recurring program with specific annual calls.	Funding Up to 3500000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 16, 2025, midnight	Details
Investigate quantum sensing and computing applied to ATM HORIZON-SESAR-2025-DES-ER-03-WA1-3 Programme: Horizon Europe	Core Objective: To significantly advance Air Traffic Management (ATM) through in-depth investigation and application of quantum sensing, computing, and post-quantum cryptography. Target Recipient Type and Size: Suitable for organizations with capabilities in advanced research and innovation actions. No specific size restrictions are indicated, making it accessible to various entities. SECTOR-SPECIFIC Geographic Scope: Entities from EU Member States and Associated Countries are eligible, as defined in Annex B of the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes. Key Filtering Criteria: Focus on cutting-edge quantum technologies (sensing, computing, and cryptography) with direct applications or implications for Air Traffic Management. Grant Frequency and Program Context: This is a specific topic within the SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking Bi-Annual Work Programme (BAWP) 2024-2025, operating under the broader framework of Horizon Europe. It represents an ongoing opportunity within a multi-year research program.	Funding Up to 1000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 16, 2025, midnight	Details
Strategic Partnerships for Raw Materials: Innovative Approaches for sustainable production of Critical Raw Materials (IA) HORIZON-CL4-INDUSTRY-2025-01-MATERIALS-62 Programme: Horizon Europe	- - Core objective: To increase the security and sustainability of critical and strategic raw materials supply for EU industrial value chains by developing and demonstrating innovative and environmentally friendly extraction, processing, and refining technologies. - Target recipients: Multidisciplinary consortia of legal entities, including raw materials industry and downstream users, collaborating with partners from specific non-EU strategic partnership countries. - Must state if grant is: SECTOR-SPECIFIC (Raw Materials, Mining, Processing, Manufacturing, Materials Science) - Geographic scope: EU Member States, Associated Countries, OECD countries, African Union Member States, MERCOSUR, CARIFORUM, Andean Community, and countries with specific EU strategic partnerships or trade agreements on raw materials. Project must focus on mineral resources of one selected Strategic Partnership country from defined groups. - Key filtering criteria: Focus on critical raw materials; demonstrable reduced environmental and social impact; mandatory collaboration with specific third countries; Innovation Action (higher Technology Readiness Levels). - Grant frequency: Part of the Horizon Europe 2025 Work Programme, indicating a recurring program, but this specific topic may be a one-time call within it.	Funding Up to 7500000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 23, 2025, midnight	Details
ISOS Pilot Mission Detailed Design – satAPPs component 47941379TOPICSen Programme: Horizon Europe	ISOS Pilot Mission Detailed Design – satAPPs component - Single, clear statement of grant's core objective: To develop capabilities to 'Act in Space' by demonstrating a pilot mission by 2030, specifically focusing on the detailed design of the 'satAPPs' component for satellite upgrade and the development of a European catalogue of satAPPs. - Explicit identification of target recipient type and size: Organisations involved in the space sector, including industry, SMEs, and research institutions. No specific size limitations beyond general Horizon Europe rules for SMEs. - MUST state if grant is 'SECTOR-SPECIFIC' or 'SECTOR-AGNOSTIC': SECTOR-SPECIFIC - Geographic scope and any location requirements: Projects must involve entities from EU Member States and Countries Associated to Horizon Europe. - Key filtering criteria for initial grant screening: Focus on in-space operations and services, satellite application components (satAPPs), and technologies reaching TRL 6. - Grant frequency and program context: This is a specific topic within the Horizon Europe Cluster 4 Work Programme 2025. Horizon Europe is an ongoing research and innovation framework programme, with annual work programmes featuring specific topics.	Funding Up to 3000000.00 EUR Deadline Sept. 25, 2025, midnight	Details

Reconstructing areas affected by conflicts: the role of the bio-based solutions

HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-13

Programme: Horizon Europe

This grant aims to support the reconstruction of areas affected by conflicts, such as Ukraine and Gaza, by developing and deploying innovative bio-based and nature-based solutions.
It targets organizations capable of conducting Research and Innovation Actions (RIAs) focusing on environmental restoration, sustainable rebuilding, and climate adaptation in post-conflict zones.
This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant, primarily focusing on bioeconomy, environmental restoration, and humanitarian aid sectors.
The geographic scope is conflict-affected areas globally, with a specific emphasis on future EU enlargement and international partnership initiatives.
Key filtering criteria: Focus on bio-based/nature-based solutions for conflict reconstruction, research and innovation capacity, and willingness for international cooperation.
This grant is part of the recurring Horizon Europe Framework Programme (2021-2027), specifically under the Cluster 6 Work Programme for 2025.

Funding

Up to 4000000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 17, 2025, midnight

Details

The ocean-climate-biodiversity-people nexus: uncovering safe operating space for safeguarding the integrity and health of the global ocean

HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-CLIMATE-02

Programme: Horizon Europe

The core objective of this grant is to enhance Europe's efforts towards climate neutrality and ocean sustainability. It aims to improve scientific understanding of ocean health and integrity under various emission scenarios, addressing existing and emerging threats. - Target recipient type: Primarily research organizations, universities, public bodies, and international organizations capable of conducting advanced scientific research. - Target size: SECTOR-AGNOSTIC regarding organizational size, focusing more on research capacity and consortium strength. - Geographic scope: Global ocean, with strong relevance to European policies and international cooperation. - Key filtering criteria: Focus on ocean-climate-biodiversity nexus research, strong scientific methodology, and collaborative project approach. - Grant frequency: Part of the recurring Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025.

Funding

Up to 6500000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 16, 2025, midnight

Details

Nutrition and Mental Health

HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-FARM2FORK-12

Programme: Horizon Europe

Single, clear statement of grant's core objective: To understand and address how inadequate nutrition and unhealthy diets affect mental health and well-being across different age groups and socio-economic contexts in Europe.
Explicit identification of target recipient type and size: The grant targets organizations undertaking Research and Innovation Actions (RIA), including SMEs, industry, research institutions (universities), public authorities, NGOs, civil society, healthcare professionals, patients, and consumer associations.
MUST state if grant is 'SECTOR-SPECIFIC' or 'SECTOR-AGNOSTIC': SECTOR-SPECIFIC
Geographic scope and any location requirements: Projects should focus on a 'European comprehensive overview' and data collection in 'Member States and Associated Countries'. International cooperation, particularly with the EU-Africa Partnership, is encouraged.
Key filtering criteria for initial grant screening: Focus on the interlink between nutrition, diet, and mental health; requiring a multi-actor approach; and involving research and innovation (RIA).
Grant frequency and program context: This is a single-stage call within the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025, specifically under Cluster 6 'Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment', Destination 'Fair, healthy and environment-friendly food systems from primary production to consumption'.

Funding

Up to 5000000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 16, 2025, midnight

Details

UKRI Gambling Harms Research Coordination Centre (GHRCC)

OPP1028

Programme: UK Research and Innovation's Research Programme on Gambling (RPG)

The UKRI Gambling Harms Research Coordination Centre (GHRCC) grant aims to establish and fund a central hub responsible for coordinating and facilitating research in the field of gambling harms. Its core objective is to identify research gaps, lead a multidisciplinary research program, and foster collaborations to strengthen the independent evidence base on gambling harms within the UK. This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant focused on gambling harms research. Target Recipients This opportunity targets UK-based research organizations capable of hosting a significant research and innovation project. Eligible organizations include:

UK academic Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)
Independent Research Organisations (IROs) recognised by UKRI
UK registered businesses

Geographic Scope While international project co-leads are welcome, the host organization and project lead must be based in the UK. The Centre's work will focus on understanding gambling and gambling-related harms primarily within the UK context, including a considered approach to geographic spread and involvement of devolved nations. Key Filtering Criteria

UK-based host organization (HEI, IRO, or eligible UK business).
Consortium-based application is mandatory.
Primary focus must be on coordinating and conducting research on gambling harms.
Organizations holding a Gambling Commission operating license subject to the levy are explicitly ineligible to host the award or receive funding.

Funding

Up to 10000000.00 GBP

Deadline

Sept. 16, 2025, 3 p.m.

Details

Wireless Communication Technologies and Signal Processing – Standardisation and Follow-up/PoCs

48488442TOPICSen

Programme: Horizon Europe

Core objective: To optimize wireless communication technologies and signal processing for 6G, focusing on physical layer solutions, massive MIMO, AI/ML for RAN, spectrum sharing, automation, and function accelerators.
Target recipient type and size: Legal entities of any size (public bodies, research organizations, higher education establishments, businesses including SMEs) with strong research and innovation capacity.
MUST state if grant is 'SECTOR-SPECIFIC' or 'SECTOR-AGNOSTIC': SECTOR-SPECIFIC
Geographic scope: EU Member States, Associated Countries, OECD countries, Mercosur countries.
Key filtering criteria: Geographical eligibility, focus on 6G wireless communication R&D, willingness to share AI/ML data, commitment to EU strategic interests.
Grant frequency: Recurring (part of Horizon Europe annual calls).
Program context: Smart Networks and Services (SNS) Joint Undertaking under Horizon Europe.

Funding

Up to 7000000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 18, 2025, midnight

Details

Enhancing plant protein production to bolster the resilience of agricultural systems and EU self-sufficiency in plant protein used as feed

48211667TOPICSen

Programme: Horizon Europe

– This grant aims to reduce the EU's reliance on imported feed protein by significantly boosting the domestic production and sustainable use of plant proteins for animal feed. - It targets a wide range of actors across the plant protein feed value chain, including farmers, land managers, advisors, feed manufacturers, industry (including SMEs), policymakers, and researchers. - This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant, focused on agriculture, food systems, and animal feed production. - The primary geographic scope is the European Union, with opportunities for international cooperation, especially with the EU-Africa Partnership on Food and Nutrition Security and Sustainable Agriculture (FNSSA), and includes EU outermost regions and Central/Eastern Europe. - Key filtering criteria include a focus on enhancing protein crop cultivation for feed, improving agricultural system resilience, and contributing to EU self-sufficiency. - This topic is part of a recurring Work Programme within Horizon Europe, specifically addressing the 2025 call.

Funding

Up to 5500000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 16, 2025, midnight

Details

Reliable Services Operation

48488530TOPICSen

Programme: HORIZON-JU-SNS-2025-01

The core objective of this grant is to develop efficient, reliable, and secure service operation methodologies and technologies for complex, multi-stakeholder, dynamic services within the next-generation (6G) communication networks. This includes addressing crucial societal requirements like sustainability, privacy, and AI-conformance.

Explicit identification of target recipient type and size: The grant targets legal entities established in EU Member States, Associated Countries, OECD, and Mercosur countries. While no specific size is mandated, Research and Innovation Actions (RIAs) typically involve research organizations, universities, and technology-focused companies (SMEs, enterprises) capable of significant R&D.
MUST state if grant is 'SECTOR-SPECIFIC' or 'SECTOR-AGNOSTIC': SECTOR-SPECIFIC (focused on Communication engineering and systems telecommunications, specifically 6G).
Geographic scope and any location requirements: Open to legal entities established in EU Member States, Associated Countries, OECD, and Mercosur countries, with specific exclusions for certain high-risk and sanctioned countries/entities.
Key filtering criteria for initial grant screening:
Must be a legal entity from an eligible country.
Must not be controlled by or linked to non-eligible countries or high-risk suppliers.
Must have expertise in 6G, network security, AI, and service operations.
Must align with the scope areas of automation, intelligence in security, service development, runtime dynamics, interfaces, and multi-stakeholder auditing.
Grant frequency and program context: This is a recurring call as part of the annual 'HORIZON-JU-SNS-2025-01' program under Horizon Europe's Smart Networks and Services (SNS) Joint Undertaking.

Funding

Up to 8000000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 18, 2025, midnight

Details

Projects on Legislative and Policy Priorities in the field of Clean Energy Transition

48233501TOPICSen

Programme: LIFE Programme

Core objective: To improve understanding of the actual impacts of EU Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Regulations by conducting in-situ measurement campaigns of energy consumption in EU households and to facilitate the implementation of related test methods that reflect real-life product use.
Target recipient type and size: Organizations/consortia with multidisciplinary expertise; no specific size mentioned.
MUST state if grant is 'SECTOR-SPECIFIC' or 'SECTOR-AGNOSTIC': SECTOR-SPECIFIC (Clean Energy Transition, Ecodesign, Energy Labelling).
Geographic scope: EU Member States.
Key filtering criteria for initial grant screening: Expertise in energy consumption measurement, statistical analysis, household engagement; ability to form a consortium from at least 3 eligible countries; focus on specific product categories.
Grant frequency and program context: Recurring within the LIFE Multiannual Work Programme 2025-2027.

Funding

Up to 2000000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 23, 2025, midnight

Details

Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) of policy and market-relevant product groups

48212803TOPICSen

Programme: Horizon Europe

This grant aims to drive the European Green Deal by developing and testing Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) methodologies for various product groups. - The core objective is to improve knowledge, create tools, and reduce the environmental impact of products across their lifecycle. - Target recipients are organizations capable of conducting research and innovation actions (RIAs), including industry, public procurers, SMEs, and NGOs. - This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant, focusing on circular economy and bioeconomy sectors. - Geographic scope is primarily the EU and Associated Countries, with international cooperation encouraged. - Key filtering criteria include a focus on environmental impact reduction, PEF methodology, and specific product groups (textiles, metals, plastics, detergents, chemicals, ICT). - This grant is part of the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025, suggesting it is a recurring opportunity within the broader program context.

Funding

Up to 4000000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 17, 2025, midnight

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Innovative surgery as the cornerstone of affordable multi-modal therapeutic interventions benefitting cancer patients with locally advanced or metastatic disease

48335282TOPICSen

Programme: Horizon Europe

This grant aims to drive innovation in surgical interventions for cancer treatment, specifically for patients with locally advanced or metastatic disease. It seeks to validate new, affordable, and multi-modal therapeutic approaches through clinical trials. - Target recipient type: Broad range of organizations including research institutions, SMEs, public health bodies, and NGOs. - Target size: Not explicitly limited, but projects are large-scale requiring significant capacity. - SECTOR-SPECIFIC (Oncology, Healthcare, Medical Devices, Research & Innovation) - Geographic scope: EU Member States and Associated Countries. - Key filtering criteria: Focus on innovative surgical treatments for advanced/metastatic cancer, clinical trial validation, and consortium-based applications. - Grant frequency: Recurring as part of the Horizon Europe Mission on Cancer annual work programme.

Funding

Up to 10000000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 16, 2025, midnight

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Pushing the frontiers of environmental research: January 2026

OPP991

Programme: Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) - Pushing the Frontiers Scheme

This grant, the 'Pushing the frontiers of environmental research: January 2026', aims to support ambitious, high-risk, and high-reward curiosity-driven environmental research projects. It targets UK-based research organizations and individuals, including academics at lecturer level or equivalent, offering funding for pure, applied, technology-led, or policy-driven research that addresses significant environmental science questions. This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant, focused entirely on environmental research and related fields within the Natural Environment Research Council's (NERC) remit. The primary geographic scope is the United Kingdom, with specific provisions for limited international collaboration funding. Key filtering criteria for initial screening include being a UK research organization eligible for NERC funding and having a project lead who meets individual eligibility requirements. This grant is part of the recurring 'Pushing the Frontiers' scheme, subject to specific demand management measures.

Funding

Up to 950000.00 GBP

Deadline

Jan. 21, 2026, 4 p.m.

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Understanding and managing medium and longer-term challenges and opportunities for agriculture stemming from shifting climatic zones and changing agroecological environments

HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-CLIMATE-03

Programme: Horizon Europe

The core objective of this grant is to better understand and manage the medium and longer-term challenges and opportunities for agriculture, specifically those arising from shifting climatic zones and changing agroecological environments. - Explicit identification of target recipient type and size: Not specifically defined, but typical for Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Actions, targeting research organizations, universities, SMEs, and other entities involved in agricultural and environmental research. - SECTOR-SPECIFIC: This grant is highly sector-specific, focusing on agriculture, climate action, and environmental science. - Geographic scope and any location requirements: Primarily focused on Europe, but also considers the international context of climate change and agriculture. - Key filtering criteria for initial grant screening: Projects must address the impact of climate change on agriculture, including modeling, characterization of cropping systems, and development of decision-making tools for adaptation and restoration. - Grant frequency and program context: This is part of the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025, suggesting it is a recurring type of call within the overall Horizon Europe framework.

Funding

Up to 5000000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 16, 2025, midnight

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Nature Governance and Information

48204416TOPICSen

Programme: LIFE Programme

This grant aims to protect nature and biodiversity by funding projects focused on improving governance and information at all levels. - It is designed for various types of organizations interested in environmental action. - This grant is SECTOR-SPECIFIC, focusing exclusively on nature governance and information within the broader LIFE Nature and Biodiversity sub-programme. - Geographic scope covers eligible countries as defined in the full call document (typically EU Member States). - Key filtering criteria include a focus on governance, information dissemination, policy compliance, and access to justice related to nature and biodiversity. - This is part of the recurring LIFE Programme, specifically a Standard Action Project (SAP) call.

Funding

Up to None EUR

Deadline

Sept. 23, 2025, midnight

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Additional activities for the European partnership on animal health and welfare

HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-FARM2FORK-02

Programme: Horizon Europe

The core objective of this grant is to provide continued financial and operational support to the existing European partnership on animal health and welfare, specifically the consortium previously funded under HORIZON-CL6-2023-FARM2FORK-01-2. The grant aims to fund additional activities and potentially integrate new partners, strengthening the partnership's strategic research and innovation agenda.

Target Recipient Type: The existing consortium coordinating the European partnership on animal health and welfare (HORIZON-CL6-2023-FARM2FORK-01-2), which typically includes research organizations, public bodies, and potentially enterprises and NGOs.
Target Size: Not explicitly defined for the coordinator, but SMEs are promoted as partners.
SECTOR-SPECIFIC: Animal Health and Welfare, Agriculture, Food Systems.
Geographic Scope: European partnership, specifically EU Member States and Associated Countries. International collaborations are also encouraged.
Key Filtering Criteria: Prior funding under a specific Horizon Europe topic (HORIZON-CL6-2023-FARM2FORK-01-2) is a mandatory requirement for the lead applicant.
Grant Frequency: This is a continuation of an existing partnership, indicating long-term program support.

Funding

Up to 120000000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 16, 2025, midnight

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Revision Applications for Incorporation of Novel NCI- Supported Technology to Accelerate Cancer Research (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)

RFA-CA-25-006

Programme: National Cancer Institute (NCI) Innovative Molecular Analysis Technologies (IMAT) program

The core objective of this grant is to encourage revision applications from currently funded NCI U01 research projects. The goal is to expand existing cancer research by incorporating novel technical approaches or devices developed through the NCI Innovative Molecular Analysis Technologies (IMAT) program. This aims to independently validate and accelerate the adoption of these emerging technologies for broader cancer research applications. - Target recipients: Currently funded NCI U01 research projects. - Recipient size: Not specified (broad range of eligible organization types). - SECTOR-SPECIFIC: Cancer Research. - Geographic scope: US-based and non-US entities (Foreign Organizations) are eligible. - Key filtering criteria: Must be an existing NCI U01 awardee with at least one year remaining on the parent award; must integrate NCI IMAT-supported technology. - Grant frequency: Recurring (reissue of a previous funding opportunity). - Program context: Part of the NCI IMAT program, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration in developing tools and methods for cancer research.

Funding

Up to 150000.00 USD

Deadline

Oct. 3, 2025, 5 p.m.

Details

Smart airports, airports as multimodal nodes and passenger experience

47761674TOPICSen

Programme: Horizon Europe - SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking

The core objective of this grant is to significantly advance research and innovation in smart airports, airports as multimodal nodes, and the overall passenger experience. This includes developing solutions for collaborative management, enhanced performance monitoring, seamless integration into air traffic management (ATM) processes, improved environmental performance, and robust cybersecurity capabilities for airport platforms. It also targets the integration of new technologies like vertiports and remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS). - Explicit identification of target recipient type and size: The grant targets a wide range of legal entities, including businesses (SMEs, enterprises), research organizations, universities, NGOs, and public bodies, collaborating in consortia. There are no explicit size restrictions, but the project scope and funding levels suggest suitability for medium to large organizations or groups of organizations. - MUST state if grant is 'SECTOR-SPECIFIC' or 'SECTOR-AGNOSTIC': This is a SECTOR-SPECIFIC grant, focused on Aviation, Air Traffic Management (ATM), Airports, and associated Technology and Transport sectors. - Geographic scope and any location requirements: Open to entities from EU Member States and countries associated with Horizon Europe. Funding provisions may also be available for specific non-EU/non-Associated countries. - Key filtering criteria for initial grant screening: Applicants should be involved in aviation or related technology, have strong R&I capabilities, and be prepared to form or join a consortium for collaborative projects. - Grant frequency and program context: This topic is part of the broader HORIZON-SESAR-2025-DES-IR-02 call, indicating it is a recurring part of the SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking's work programme within Horizon Europe.

Funding

Up to 3000000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 16, 2025, midnight

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Advisory support and network to counter disinformation and foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI)

HORIZON-CL2-2025-01-DEMOCRACY-01

Programme: Horizon Europe

This grant aims to provide advisory support and establish a network to effectively counter disinformation and Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI).

Core Objective: To enhance understanding and implement solutions to prevent and counter FIMI and related disinformation, providing science-based tools and policy recommendations to EU institutions, national decision-makers, practitioners, and civil society.
Target Recipients: Legal entities, including public bodies, NGOs, fact-checkers, civil society organisations, policymakers, educational bodies, law practitioners, media companies, public and private broadcasters, online news platforms, and digital service providers.
Size Preference: Not explicitly stated, but the nature of a Coordination and Support Action (CSA) suggests a capacity to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
Designation: SECTOR-SPECIFIC
Geographic Scope: Primarily targets EU Member States and Associated Countries, with exceptional participation possible for legal entities established in non-associated third countries.
Key Filtering Criteria: Focus on countering disinformation and FIMI, building on prior EU-funded research, and engaging a wide range of professional and societal actors.
Grant Frequency and Program Context: This is part of the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025, specifically under the 'Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society' cluster, indicating a recurring program with specific annual calls.

Funding

Up to 3500000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 16, 2025, midnight

Details

Investigate quantum sensing and computing applied to ATM

HORIZON-SESAR-2025-DES-ER-03-WA1-3

Programme: Horizon Europe

Core Objective: To significantly advance Air Traffic Management (ATM) through in-depth investigation and application of quantum sensing, computing, and post-quantum cryptography.
Target Recipient Type and Size: Suitable for organizations with capabilities in advanced research and innovation actions. No specific size restrictions are indicated, making it accessible to various entities.
SECTOR-SPECIFIC
Geographic Scope: Entities from EU Member States and Associated Countries are eligible, as defined in Annex B of the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes.
Key Filtering Criteria: Focus on cutting-edge quantum technologies (sensing, computing, and cryptography) with direct applications or implications for Air Traffic Management.
Grant Frequency and Program Context: This is a specific topic within the SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking Bi-Annual Work Programme (BAWP) 2024-2025, operating under the broader framework of Horizon Europe. It represents an ongoing opportunity within a multi-year research program.

Funding

Up to 1000000.00 EUR

Deadline

Sept. 16, 2025, midnight

Details

Strategic Partnerships for Raw Materials: Innovative Approaches for sustainable production of Critical Raw Materials (IA)

HORIZON-CL4-INDUSTRY-2025-01-MATERIALS-62

Programme: Horizon Europe

- - Core objective: To increase the security and sustainability of critical and strategic raw materials supply for EU industrial value chains by developing and demonstrating innovative and environmentally friendly extraction, processing, and refining technologies. - Target recipients: Multidisciplinary consortia of legal entities, including raw materials industry and downstream users, collaborating with partners from specific non-EU strategic partnership countries. - Must state if grant is: SECTOR-SPECIFIC (Raw Materials, Mining, Processing, Manufacturing, Materials Science) - Geographic scope: EU Member States, Associated Countries, OECD countries, African Union Member States, MERCOSUR, CARIFORUM, Andean Community, and countries with specific EU strategic partnerships or trade agreements on raw materials. Project must focus on mineral resources of one selected Strategic Partnership country from defined groups. - Key filtering criteria: Focus on critical raw materials; demonstrable reduced environmental and social impact; mandatory collaboration with specific third countries; Innovation Action (higher Technology Readiness Levels). - Grant frequency: Part of the Horizon Europe 2025 Work Programme, indicating a recurring program, but this specific topic may be a one-time call within it.

Funding

Up to 7500000.00 EUR

Deadline