Call for proposals to fund pre-competitive research and innovation aimed at developing novel tools, technologies, and methods for the entire spectrum of healthcare.

About this grant

Call for proposals to fund pre-competitive research and innovation aimed at developing novel tools, technologies, and methods for the entire spectrum of healthcare. This initiative focuses on integrating fragmented research efforts through collaborative public-private partnerships to address unmet public health needs, ranging from disease prevention and precision diagnostics to chronic disease management. To be eligible, applicants must assemble a consortium including at least one independent legal entity from an EU Member State and two additional entities from different Member States or Associated Countries. Successful projects must deliver results that contribute to the digital transformation and green transition of the European health industry. Key expected impacts include breaking down silos between medical disciplines, fostering the development of integrated healthcare solutions, and promoting sustainable manufacturing processes like 3D printing or on-site production. Furthermore, the actions should align with major EU policies, such as the European Health Data Space and the AI Act, while ensuring that the resulting innovations remain effective, cost-effective, and affordable for both patients and healthcare systems.

How to apply

1. 1Verify eligibility criteria, including applicant type (e.g., SMEs, consortia), geographic requirements, and funding rates (often 40-100% co-financing).
2. 2Form a consortium if required (e.g., minimum partners from multiple countries for collaborative projects).
3. 3Register as a user and your organization on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal to obtain a Participant Identification Code (PIC).
4. 4Download templates, prepare Part A (administrative data) and Part B (technical description, budget, impact), and run validation checks.
5. 5Submit online before the deadline; track via confirmation email and code, with evaluation taking 3-6 months.
6. 6Visit https://eufundingportal.eu for application details

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