Testing of the ERA Hub concept – pilot phase
This EU funding program, 'Testing of the ERA Hub concept – pilot phase,' aimed to advance the European Research Area (ERA) by piloting the ERA Hubs concept across various European geographies and structures. It sought to maximise the impact of EU research and innovation funding by fostering better coordination, interoperability, and knowledge circulation within and between knowledge ecosystems.
Who is Funded
The 'Testing of the ERA Hub concept – pilot phase' program aimed to engage a broad spectrum of organisations and entities across Europe to foster stronger, more interconnected research and innovation (R&I) ecosystems. Its core objective was to enhance the European Research Area (ERA) by improving access to excellence, translating R&I results into economic benefits, and driving green and digital transformations.
What is Funded
The program focused on activities that enhance the European Research and Innovation (R&I) system, particularly those that align with the goals of green and digital transitions. Supported initiatives centered on testing the ERA Hub concept through practical implementation and fostering robust knowledge ecosystems, leading to impactful societal and economic changes.
Type and Scope of Funding
This program provided financial support in the form of grants, specifically Horizon Coordination and Support Actions. It allocated a significant budget for the pilot phase to enable the testing and refinement of the ERA Hub concept across Europe.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants to the 'Testing of the ERA Hub concept – pilot phase' program were subject to specific legal, administrative, and operational conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes. A key requirement for participation was the formation of a consortium to effectively pilot the ERA Hub concept.
Application Procedure
The application process for the ERA Hub concept pilot phase involved a single-stage submission through the Funding & Tenders Portal. Evaluation and award procedures, including criteria and timelines, were guided by the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes and the Online Manual.
Legal Basis
The 'Testing of the ERA Hub concept – pilot phase' program was firmly rooted in the European Union's legal framework for research and innovation. Its operational guidelines and financial regulations were comprehensively detailed in key EU legislative acts and accompanying program documents.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
3,000,000 €
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Across Europe, specifically in countries and regions where knowledge ecosystem structures aligned to the ERA Hubs concept already exist, and in those where an integrated place-based approach is currently missing. The program aimed to support strategic deployment across the EU territory.
Sectors:
Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology, Service Sector, Education and Vocational Training, Environmental and Climate Protection, Other
Beneficiaries:
Organisations and entities involved in knowledge production, circulation, and use, including higher education institutions, research institutes, business schools, private companies, and not-for-profit organisations.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Pilot Testing, Commercialization, Policy Development, Capacity Building, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
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