FAIR and open data sharing in support to European preparedness for COVID-19 and other infectious diseases
The FAIR and Open Data Sharing program, part of Horizon Europe, aims to enhance Europe's preparedness for COVID-19 and other infectious diseases by fostering seamless, open, and high-quality data sharing among researchers and public health actors. This initiative supports the development of robust data infrastructures and digital tools to accelerate research, improve public health responses, and strengthen global collaboration in combating epidemics.
Who is Funded
This program is designed to fund a broad range of entities dedicated to improving European and global responses to infectious diseases, with a particular focus on data-driven solutions. It targets research and public health communities worldwide, emphasizing collaborative efforts to ensure robust and timely data sharing.
What is Funded
The program supports projects focused on developing and implementing robust data infrastructure and digital tools to combat infectious diseases, including detailed research into viral genomics and epidemiological data. Activities funded span from foundational research to practical applications that inform public health strategies.
Type and Scope of Funding
This program offers grant funding to support comprehensive research and innovation projects. A substantial total budget was allocated to facilitate these crucial initiatives.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to specific conditions and requirements concerning application procedures, consortium structures, budget management, and intellectual property. Compliance with public emergency provisions for data access and open science is mandatory.
Application Procedure
The application process involved a single-stage submission, followed by a thorough evaluation. Applicants were informed about the outcomes within a specified timeframe, leading to the signing of grant agreements.
Legal Basis
This funding program operates under a robust legal framework, drawing its authority from the Horizon Europe program and adhering to comprehensive EU financial regulations and guidelines.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
12.000.000 €
Allocated Budget:
12.000.000 €
Deadline:
20.05.2021
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union, and global partners including specific third countries such as Argentina, Canada, China, Thailand, and USA. Participation and funding eligibility for third countries depend on specific conditions as outlined in the General Annexes of the Work Programme.
Sectors:
Healthcare, Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Policy Development, Infrastructure, Implementation, Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Monitoring, Evaluation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
The program encourages cooperation and synergies with other initiatives, specifically mentioning the grant awarded under the 'Research infrastructure services for rapid research responses to COVID-19 and other infectious disease epidemics' action, the European Health Data Space (EHDS), and relevant initiatives under Digital Europe.
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