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Call for proposals to support projects focusing on the development of secure, scalable, and cost-effective methods for producing stable isotopes within the EU.

European Union

€2Mnon-repayable

Call for proposals to support the development and demonstration of critical components for hydrogen fuel cell engines in fully electric aircraft. This initiative targets the tube and wing aircraft concept, specifically designed for a capacity of approximately 100 passengers and a design range of up to 1,000 nautical miles. The primary objective is to engineer a compact, lightweight, and high-performance propulsion system capable of delivering 2.5 MW of net power per engine in a four-engine configuration, supporting an expected entry into service in the 2040s. The project aims to mature fuel cell technology through a combination of physical and virtual demonstrations. Key deliverables include: The development of a 2.5 MW fuel cell propulsion system reaching Technology Readiness Level 4 (TRL4) via integrated virtual demonstration; The physical demonstration of critical sub-systems and components at TRL5, ensuring they are representative of the final propulsion architecture; A robust validation and verification strategy to confirm the manufacturing and assembly maturity of these components; An integration concept that strictly adheres to hydrogen safety requirements, including the management of leakages and risks such as fire or detonation; The achievement of Certification Readiness Level 4 (CRL4) for all critical technologies, with a clear roadmap toward CRL6. This call represents a significant investment, with a total available budget of EUR 50 million, which may be awarded to a single comprehensive project.

Call for proposals to maintain and enhance the European Union’s expertise in nuclear safety, security, safeguards, radioactive waste management, and radiation protection.

European Union

€20K – €5Mnon-repayable

Call for proposals to maintain and enhance the European Union's expertise in nuclear safety, security, safeguards, radioactive waste management, and radiation protection. With a total budget and expected award of EUR 5.00 million, this initiative aims to establish a sustainable, pan-European education and training (E&T) programme. The project seeks to create a robust talent pipeline by sparking interest in nuclear science among young learners, attracting professionals from adjacent industries, and fostering long-term career perspectives within the sector. The project is tasked with addressing current skills gaps in high-demand areas, such as decommissioning, SMRs, and medical applications of ionizing radiation. A unique focus of this call is the integration of advanced digital tools: AI and Language Models: The consortium must evaluate the efficacy and risks of using Small and Large Language Models (SLMs and LLMs) in nuclear education, ensuring these tools support rather than inhibit critical thinking; One-Stop Shop: The project will develop a single-entry point website to serve as a comprehensive portal for EU nuclear E&T opportunities, ranging from vocational training to university-level applied sciences; and Mobility Schemes: A robust and sustainable mobility program will be implemented to facilitate the exchange of students and young professionals across multidisciplinary and multicultural environments, with individual grants to third parties capped at EUR 20,000.

Call for proposals to establish a comprehensive European Partnership for research into radiation protection and the detection of ionising radiation.

European Union

€15Mnon-repayable

Call for proposals to establish a comprehensive European Partnership for research into radiation protection and the detection of ionising radiation. This initiative serves as a continuation of the PIANOFORTE partnership, aiming to safeguard both human health and the environment in alignment with the Basic Safety Standards Directive. The Commission has allocated a total of EUR 15.00 million for this action, with a single award of approximately the same amount expected to fund the partnership's activities for the 2026–2027 period. The partnership is designed to exploit synergies across various scientific disciplines, including fundamental biology, epidemiology, and social sciences. Key research priorities include: Individual Sensitivity: Investigating how age, sex, and genetics influence radiation risks, particularly in medical applications; Emergency Preparedness: Improving tools for nuclear accident response, including AI-based environmental monitoring and hospital support capabilities; Medical Optimisation: Strengthening the evidence base for justifying and optimizing radiation use in healthcare to enhance patient safety; and Integrated Radiobiology: Advancing the understanding of how radiation exposure leads to cancer and non-cancer effects through the FAIRisation of data.

Call for proposals to support the Sustainable Nuclear Energy Technology Platform (SNETP) in its mission to integrate nuclear safety research and innovation at the EU level.

European Union

€500Knon-repayable

Call for proposals to support the Sustainable Nuclear Energy Technology Platform (SNETP) in its mission to integrate nuclear safety research and innovation at the EU level. With a total budget and expected award of EUR 0.50 million, this initiative specifically targets the evolution of nuclear technologies beyond traditional power generation, focusing on non-power applications and cross-sectoral energy challenges for the 2026–2027 period. Funding is primarily dedicated to specialized studies, data collection, and workshops aimed at developing technology roadmaps and deployment strategies. Key focus areas include: Cross-Sectoral Collaboration: Fostering cooperation between SNETP and other European Technology and Innovation Platforms (ETIPs) to address shared challenges in materials, digital technologies, and AI; Non-Power Applications: Advancing the use of ionising radiation in the health, industrial, and space sectors, with a strong emphasis on medical applications and radiation protection; Energy Mix Integration: Coordinating nuclear and non-nuclear energy roadmaps to ensure nuclear power plants are effectively integrated into low-carbon, smart energy systems; as well as Policy and Outreach: Supporting nuclear scientists in contributing to Horizon Europe actions, such as Europe’s Beating Cancer Action Plan, and communicating research value to policymakers outside the traditional power sector.

Call for proposals with a budget of EUR 32.

European Union

€32Mnon-repayable

Call for proposals with a budget of EUR 32.00 million to support the excellence and attractiveness of the EBRAINS Research Infrastructure. The initiative aims to advance scientific and technological discoveries in neurosciences, brain medicine, and brain-inspired cognitive technologies by operating and improving a suite of digital services designed to attract a broad community of academic and industrial users. Projects are expected to operate digital facilities that provide access to federated supercomputing, large-scale data storage, and high-performance cloud services, including integration with European HPC capacities and AI Factories. Furthermore, the infrastructure must implement advanced AI tools to facilitate intuitive user interactions, support complex brain simulations and multi-scale modeling, and ensure that research data remains findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable in line with FAIR principles. Successful proposals will demonstrate scalability and robustness, develop a new collaborative platform for testing neuro-inspired artificial intelligence, and foster international cooperation to ensure Europe remains at the forefront of global brain research efforts. By aligning with the forthcoming European Health Data Space and leveraging synergies with other research infrastructures, this effort seeks to create a federated and innovation-enabling ecosystem that results in state-of-the-art digital brain twins, improved diagnostics, and more personalized medical treatments for brain-related health challenges.

Call for applications for early-stage, women-led startups in the digital and deep-tech sectors across Europe to participate in a specialized open innovation program.

European Union

€1 – €1Mnon-repayable

Call for applications for early-stage, women-led startups in the digital and deep-tech sectors across Europe to participate in a specialized open innovation program. To be eligible, companies must be registered for between six months and six years, have raised €1 million or less in equity, and be founded or co-founded by a woman who holds a top management position and at least 25% of the company's shares. The program focuses on solving twelve diverse corporate challenges, covering areas such as AI-driven production optimization, sustainable material development, and tax strategy design. Selected startups will first enter a one-month Inception stage, with up to seven companies advancing to a five-month Piloting stage in collaboration with a corporate partner. The initiative offers a total funding pool of €475,000, with individual awards of up to €55,000 available. Interested founders must submit their applications via the Sploro platform no later than May 19, 2026.