Enabling discovery and interoperability of federated research objects across scientific communities
The 'Enabling discovery and interoperability of federated research objects across scientific communities' funding program is a Coordination and Support Action under Horizon Europe. It is designed to advance the European Open Science Cloud (EOSC) by enhancing the findability, accessibility, interoperability, and re-usability (FAIRness) of research data and digital objects. This initiative aims to foster a cohesive and operational ecosystem for scientific data across Europe.
Who is Funded
This program targets a broad range of entities involved in research and innovation across Europe, with a specific focus on developing and implementing the European Open Science Cloud (EOSC) through the rigorous application of FAIR data principles. The overarching goal is to foster a collaborative and interconnected ecosystem for diverse research outputs.
What is Funded
This program specifically funds projects dedicated to advancing the European Open Science Cloud (EOSC) through the widespread implementation of FAIR data principles. Supported activities encompass the development and application of common methodologies, open standards, and frameworks for various research digital objects, including data and software.
Type and Scope of Funding
This funding program provides financial support through grants. For this specific topic, a single project is expected to be funded with a maximum contribution of 10 million Euros. The overall budget for the entire call under which this topic falls is 59 million Euros.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries of this program must adhere to general and specific conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, covering admissibility, financial capacity, consortium requirements, and intellectual property. Key provisions include open source software development and mandatory participation in EOSC Partnership concertation activities.
Application Procedure
The application process for this program involves submitting proposals through a dedicated online system. Following submission, proposals undergo an evaluation process based on clearly defined award criteria, and applicants are informed of the decisions by the European Research Executive Agency.
Legal Basis
This program is underpinned by a robust legal framework derived from the overarching Horizon Europe program, ensuring its mandate, operational guidelines, and financial accountability are clearly defined and publicly accessible.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
10,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
10,000,000 € (for this topic); Total call budget: 59,000,000 €
Deadline:
23.09.2021
Open Until:
Closed
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union Member States and countries associated with the Horizon Europe Framework Programme.
Sectors:
Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Implementation, Policy Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Research Executive Agency
Additional Partners:
EOSC Association (for monitoring and policy development), ESFRI Cluster projects, e-Infrastructures, national initiatives, and projects resulting from other Horizon Europe topics (HORIZON-INFRA-2021-EOSC-01-06, HORIZON-INFRA-2022-EOSC-01-03), and the 'FAIR and open data sharing in support of European preparedness for COVID-19 and other infectious diseases' action.
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