Horizon Europe – European Atomic Energy Community Research and Training Programme (Euratom Programme)
The Euratom Programme promotes nuclear research and training activities within the European Union to enhance safety and radiation protection, and to advance fusion energy development. It complements the broader Horizon Europe Framework Programme and contributes to strengthening nuclear expertise in the EU. The programme is characterized by its focus on nuclear innovation and the preservation of competence.
Who is funded
The Euratom Programme targets natural and legal persons under private and public law, as well as international organisations from all European Union Member States and associated partner countries. The aim is to promote nuclear research and training activities to continuously improve nuclear safety, security, and radiation protection, and to contribute to the development of fusion energy.
What is funded
The Euratom Programme supports a wide range of nuclear research and innovation activities, from improving nuclear safety and radiation protection to the development of fusion energy. Measures for maintaining expertise and promoting nuclear applications in various sectors are also supported.
Type and Scope of Funding
Financial support from the Euratom Programme is primarily provided in the form of grants. The total funding available for the period 2021-2025 amounts to EUR 1,382,000,000, divided into direct and indirect actions.
Conditions and Requirements
Participation in the Euratom Programme is subject to specific legal, administrative, and operational conditions. These include adherence to Open Science principles and the possibility of forming European Partnerships to leverage synergies with other EU programmes.
Application Procedure
The Euratom Programme's application procedure is conducted through calls for proposals published based on work programmes. Project selection is based on defined criteria and may also be associated with the 'Seal of Excellence' for outstanding but unfunded applications.
Legal Basis
The Euratom Programme is based on a specific Council Regulation that defines its objectives, financial endowment, and rules for participation. It is closely linked to the Horizon Europe Framework Programme and is subject to other relevant EU regulations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Allocated Budget:
EUR 1,382,000,000 for the period 2021–2025
Open Until:
31.12.2025
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union and associated third countries
Sectors:
Research and Development, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Healthcare, Environmental and Climate Protection
Beneficiaries:
Nuclear Research and Development, Nuclear Energy, Radiation Protection, Fusion Energy
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Product Development, Capacity Building, Implementation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
Joint Research Centre (JRC), Gesellschaft für Anlagen- und Reaktorsicherheit (GRS) gGmbH
Additional Partners:
National Contact Points (NCPs), ITER Organization, International Forum 'Generation IV' (GIF), Fusion for Energy Joint Undertaking