A European competence centre for science communication

This program is designed to fund a broad spectrum of research and innovation actors, including public and private entities, to collectively advance science communication within the European Research Area. It targets a diverse range of beneficiaries across all EU Member States and associated countries, fostering collaborative efforts towards a more transparent and trustworthy scientific landscape.

This program specifically funds projects and initiatives that advance the field of science communication. It covers activities ranging from research and development of new communication strategies to establishing infrastructure and delivering services aimed at enhancing public engagement with science across various sectors and stages of project development.

The funding is provided through grants, with a specific budget allocated for this topic. Projects are expected to have a minimum duration to ensure the effective establishment and sustainability of the science communication competence centre.

Applicants must adhere to specific administrative, legal, and operational conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes. These conditions govern proposal admissibility, participant eligibility, financial capacity, and various other aspects to ensure proper program execution and impact.

The application process for this program followed a single-stage submission procedure via the European Commission's Funding & Tenders Portal. Evaluation and award decisions were based on predefined criteria, with detailed guidelines available in supporting program documents.

The program is fundamentally rooted in the European Union's comprehensive legislative framework for research and innovation. It draws its authority and operational guidelines from key regulations and decisions that define the broader Horizon Europe program.