EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies

Last updated: 21.7.2025
Grant

The EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program is an EU action grant under the Horizon Europe Framework Programme. Managed by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), it aims to elevate the EIT Community's impact in key strategic areas and enhance the strength and visibility of EIT Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) within the innovation ecosystem. This initiative fosters coordinated and joint efforts among KICs to address critical EU policy priorities.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program, outlining who can apply, the geographical scope of activities, and the overarching objectives that guide the funding. The program primarily targets Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) to drive innovation and address strategic EU priorities across Europe and beyond.

What is Funded

This section provides an overview of the types of projects and activities eligible for funding under the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program, specifying the thematic areas, eligible costs, and the typical development stages of supported initiatives. The program focuses on driving innovation, research, and education in alignment with key EU policy priorities.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial details of the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program, including the type of financial support provided, the maximum and minimum funding amounts per project, and the expected duration of the funded initiatives.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to for the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program. These include terms for application, collaboration, budget management, and other important provisions.

Application Procedure

This section outlines the process for applying to the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program, from proposal submission to evaluation and award decisions, providing a clear guide for potential applicants.

This section identifies the foundational legal documents and overarching regulations that govern the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

12,500,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

Overall indicative EIT budget for grants 2023-2025: 1,250,000,000 €. Initial multiannual funding: 905,000,000 €. For this topic, min. 7,500,000 € to max. 12,500,000 €.

Deadline

Deadline:

28.09.2022

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union, Multi-Country (e.g., Western Balkans, Ukraine), Other (e.g., Israel, USA, UK for strategic outreach activities, Overseas Countries and Territories)

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Education and Vocational Training, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs), Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), start-ups, KIC partners (businesses, non-profits, public sector entities, educational and research institutions)

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Planning, Implementation, Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Other

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), European Commission

Managed By:

European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT)

Additional Partners:

ASOCIATIA DE STANDARDIZARE DIN ROMANIA (expertise offer), Innovaplast Biotechnology Inc. (expertise offer), SYNYO GmbH (expertise offer), UNIVERSIDAD DE JAEN (expertise offer), MINDS & SPARKS GMBH (expertise offer), CSI CENTER FOR SOCIAL INNOVATION LTD (expertise offer), GRANT GARANT SRO (expertise offer), C.I.P. CITIZENS IN POWER (expertise offer), WANSDRONK BV (expertise offer), Federación de Comercio, Servicios e Industria de la Provincia de Badajoz (expertise offer), Flow Analysis and Simulation Team (expertise offer), SMART & LEAN HUB OY (expertise offer), UAT Municipiul Roman (expertise offer), ORGANIZACIÓN DE PROFESIONALES, AUTÓNOMOS Y EMPRENDEDORES DE EXTREMADURA (expertise offer), Olaf SCHROTH (expertise offer), INTERSPREAD GMBH (expertise offer), SOLUTOPUS - RECURSOS E DESENVOLVIMENTO LDA (expertise offer), Grupo Colabora Formación y Proyectos, SL (expertise offer), GC GENOMICS ESPAÑA, SL (expertise offer), Academia La Hoz - Carlos Lorenzo de la Hoz (expertise offer), Warusi Business Consulting (expertise offer), Fundación Fernando Nuñez (expertise offer), GC GENOMICS GMBH (expertise offer), FEDERACIÓN EXTREMEÑA DE ASOCIACIONES DE MUJERES RURALES (expertise offer), CE CONSULTING EMPRESARIAL S.L. (expertise offer), TECH2MARKET SPOLKA Z OGRANICZONA ODPOWIEDZIALNOSCIA (expertise offer), MAUDE STUDIO, SL (expertise offer), CONCEPTTO DESARROLLO ESTRATÉGICO, SL (expertise offer), ReThink NGO (expertise offer), C4G - CONSULTING AND TRAINING NETWORK, LDA (expertise offer), OPENCOM I.S.S.C. (expertise offer), 8D GAMES BV (expertise offer)

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