Protection of Higher Education Institutions and research organisations against conventional and non-conventional threats

This program targets Higher Education Institutions and research organisations across the European Union. Its primary objective is to enhance their resilience and awareness against various threats, thereby strengthening academic freedom and trust in science within the European Research Area.

The program funds Research and Innovation Actions focused on enhancing security against diverse threats faced by academic and research entities. Supported activities include threat analysis, awareness campaigns, and infrastructure optimization, contributing to a more secure and resilient European Research Area.

This funding is provided as a grant under the Horizon Europe framework. For this specific topic, an indicative budget of 2,000,000 € was allocated for 2021.

Applicants must adhere to general conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes regarding admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, and evaluation. Collaboration is implied through the nature of the program, which emphasizes networking and exchange among stakeholders.

The application process is single-stage, requiring submission through the Funding & Tenders Portal. Evaluation criteria and processes are outlined in the Work Programme General Annexes and the Online Manual.

The program is founded on the Horizon Europe Framework Programme and governed by several key EU regulations and work programmes. Official texts are accessible through the Funding & Tenders Portal.