European Network of AI Excellence Centres: Expanding the European AI lighthouse (RIA)

Last updated: 21.7.2025
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The European Network of AI Excellence Centres initiative, part of Horizon Europe, aims to expand the European AI lighthouse by reinforcing and unifying the continent's world-class Artificial Intelligence community. This program supports collaborative research and innovation actions to address major AI challenges and ensure Europe's open strategic autonomy in critical AI technologies, fostering a human-centred and ethical development of digital and industrial solutions.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its overarching objectives. It defines who can receive funding under the European Network of AI Excellence Centres program, where the funded activities should take place, and what the program ultimately aims to achieve.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities that are eligible for funding under the European Network of AI Excellence Centres program. It also clarifies what costs are covered and the typical maturity level of projects supported.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides essential details regarding the financial support offered, including the type of financial instruments, funding amounts, and the expected duration of projects. It outlines the core financial parameters of the European Network of AI Excellence Centres program.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases of the European Network of AI Excellence Centres program. It covers application terms, collaboration guidelines, financial stipulations, and other key provisions.

Application Procedure

This section guides potential applicants through the process of applying for the European Network of AI Excellence Centres program, detailing the submission steps and how applications are evaluated.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that authorize and govern the European Network of AI Excellence Centres program, along with key regulations and policies that shape its implementation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

60,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

34,500,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

16.11.2022

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

Europe (EU Member States and Associated Countries)

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Healthcare, Service Sector, Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), EIT Digital, AI, Data and Robotics Partnership, Digital Innovation Hubs, AI start-up initiatives, National Contact Points (NCPs)

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