AI to fight disinformation (RIA)
The 'AI to fight disinformation' program, identified as HORIZON-CL4-2021-HUMAN-01-27, was a Research and Innovation Action (RIA) under the broader Horizon Europe framework. This initiative aimed to advance the development of human-centred and ethical digital technologies, specifically focusing on leveraging Artificial Intelligence to combat the spread of disinformation.
Who is Funded
This section details the eligible entities, geographical scope, and primary objectives of the 'AI to fight disinformation' program. It aimed to support a broad range of applicants committed to developing advanced AI solutions for a trustworthy online environment across the European Union and Associated Countries.
What is Funded
This section outlines the types of projects and thematic areas supported by the 'AI to fight disinformation' program. It focused on innovative research and development in Artificial Intelligence aimed at enhancing online trustworthiness, with projects expected to reach Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 5-6.
Type and Scope of Funding
The 'AI to fight disinformation' program offered grant funding, with a specific budget allocated to this topic to support cutting-edge research.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential conditions for participation in the 'AI to fight disinformation' funding program, covering aspects from application stipulations to collaboration rules and specific operational provisions.
Application Procedure
The application process for the 'AI to fight disinformation' program involved a single-stage submission, followed by a thorough evaluation, with results communicated to applicants and grant agreements signed subsequently.
Legal Basis
The 'AI to fight disinformation' funding program was established and governed by comprehensive legal and policy frameworks of the European Union, primarily under Horizon Europe.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
Up to 6,500,000 € per project (for an expected 2 grants).
Allocated Budget:
Total for this topic: 13,000,000 €. Total for the call (HORIZON-CL4-2021-HUMAN-01): EUR 206.000.000.
Deadline:
21 October 2021
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union and Associated Countries
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
EIT Digital, EIT Manufacturing, European Digital Media Observatory. Linkages with projects from HORIZON-CL3-2021-FCT-01-03 were also encouraged.
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