EIC Pathfinder Open

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

The EIC Pathfinder Open program, part of Horizon Europe, offers grants for ambitious, high-risk/high-gain research that aims to develop radically new technologies. It targets early-stage scientific breakthroughs (Technology Readiness Levels 1-4) with the potential to create new markets and address global challenges.

Who is Funded

The EIC Pathfinder Open program is designed to support a diverse range of applicants engaged in pioneering research. Funding is directed towards collaborative projects across EU Member States and Associated Countries, with a clear objective to foster groundbreaking technological advancements and address critical global needs.

What is Funded

This program focuses on funding breakthrough research in nascent technological areas. It supports the foundational development of future technologies, emphasizing high-risk yet high-reward scientific endeavors. The funding is specifically tailored for projects in their early developmental phases.

Type and Scope of Funding

The EIC Pathfinder Open provides financial support in the form of grants, with specified minimum and maximum funding amounts per project. The overall budget allocation for 2023 indicates substantial support for numerous pioneering initiatives.

Conditions and Requirements

Applicants to the EIC Pathfinder Open program must adhere to specific conditions regarding proposal submission, consortium structure, and financial integrity. A detailed rebuttal procedure is in place, and general legal and financial frameworks apply to all grants.

Application Procedure

The application process for the EIC Pathfinder Open is structured, involving a single-stage submission followed by a comprehensive evaluation, including a rebuttal phase. Key resources and support services are available to guide applicants.

The EIC Pathfinder Open program is firmly rooted in a robust legal framework, derived from overarching European Union regulations and specific Horizon Europe policies. These documents govern its objectives, operational procedures, and financial management.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

3,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

179,500,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

07.03.2023

Open Until

Open Until:

2021 - 2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and Associated Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Research and Development, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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