EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach
The EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach program aims to elevate the global impact of the EIT Community by expanding its operations beyond Europe. This initiative focuses on transferring the EIT Knowledge Triangle Integration model internationally, contributing significantly to the financial sustainability of its Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) through a strategic global presence. It's a key part of Horizon Europe, fostering international innovation collaboration.
Who is Funded by EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach?
The EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach program targets EIT Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) and their partners, aiming to expand their global reach and impact. The program's scope is worldwide, with a focus on strategic international locations, and its primary objective is to enhance the EIT Community's global presence, disseminate its innovation model, and ensure the financial viability of its KICs.
What is Funded under EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach?
The EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach program supports activities centered around internationalisation and market access for European innovators and entrepreneurs. Funding is directed towards developing and implementing strategies that link Europe's innovation ecosystem with global counterparts, with a particular emphasis on fostering the financial sustainability of EIT Community Hubs and participating KICs. Projects supported typically involve advanced stages of innovation, focusing on market introduction, scaling, and commercialization.
Type and Scope of Funding
Financial support under the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach program is provided in the form of grants. For this specific action, individual grants typically range from 4,000,000 € to 7,500,000 €. The duration of projects is aligned with the multi-annual business plans of the Knowledge and Innovation Communities.
Conditions and Requirements for EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach
Applicants to the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach program must adhere to specific conditions for admissibility, eligibility, and financial capacity, as detailed in the overarching "Invitation to submit proposals for KIC Business Plans" document. Collaborative consortium structures are generally expected, given the 'Cross-KIC' nature of the call, requiring adherence to specific rules for entities and activities. All proposals must also demonstrate alignment with the EU's global approach to R&I.
Application Procedure
The application process for the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach program is a single-stage submission, guided by detailed instructions and criteria available in the official call documents. Proposals undergo a structured evaluation based on predefined award criteria, with specific timelines for evaluation and grant agreement procedures communicated to applicants.
Legal Basis of EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach
The EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Outreach program operates under a robust legal framework derived from key European Union regulations and policies. These foundational documents define its mandate, governance, and operational guidelines, ensuring transparency and adherence to EU financial and research principles.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
7,500,000 €
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Global, with specific EIT Community hubs in USA (Silicon Valley), United Kingdom (London), and Israel (Tel Aviv). The program also explores the establishment of hubs in other strategic outreach locations of common interest, aligning with EU principles on Global Approach in Research & Innovation.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Service Sector, Other
Beneficiaries:
Innovators, Entrepreneurs, Startups, SMEs, EIT Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs)
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Implementation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), European Commission (via Horizon Europe)
Managed By:
European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT)
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