Photonic Strategies and Skills Development (CSA) (Photonics Partnership)
The Photonic Strategies and Skills Development program, part of the Horizon Europe initiative, aims to bolster Europe's competitiveness in the photonics sector. This Coordination and Support Action (CSA) focuses on developing robust industrial strategies and enhancing professional skills to ensure European leadership in digital and emerging technologies. It is designed to foster collaboration and cultivate talent, driving innovation and strategic autonomy.
Who is Funded
This program targets a broad range of entities and individuals within the European Union and Associated Countries, focusing on strengthening the photonics sector's competitiveness and developing its human capital. It aims to support strategic industrial development and foster careers in photonics, aligning with Europe's digital autonomy objectives.
What is Funded
This program primarily supports Coordination and Support Actions (CSAs) within the photonics sector, focusing on strategic development, skills enhancement, and strengthening the industrial ecosystem. The activities are designed to contribute to Europe's leadership in digital and emerging technologies, particularly photonics.
Type and Scope of Funding
The program provides financial support through grants, with specific funding limits allocated for different types of activities. It is part of the broader Horizon Europe framework.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must adhere to general Horizon Europe Work Programme conditions regarding admissibility, eligibility, financial and operational capacity, and exclusion criteria. Specific conditions apply to the award process, emphasizing a balanced portfolio, and certain entities from specific countries face restrictions on participation in a funded role.
Application Procedure
The application process involves submitting proposals through a single-stage procedure, with detailed guidelines provided in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes and the Online Manual. Evaluation results were communicated in July 2023.
Legal Basis
The program is established and governed by comprehensive EU legal frameworks and specific Work Programmes, ensuring its legitimacy and operational guidelines within the broader Horizon Europe initiative.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
Around 3,000,000 € for Type 1 proposals and around 1,000,000 € for Type 2 proposals.
Allocated Budget:
4,000,000 € (for this topic)
Deadline:
29.03.2023
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union, Associated Countries
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Photonics sector, industries deploying photonics technologies, STEM graduates, PhD students, young postdocs in photonics
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Planning, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Photonics21 stakeholders, National Technology Platforms, regional Clusters, end-user industries, financial institutions, Digital Europe Programme
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