Strengthening the European translational research ecosystem for advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs) for rare diseases

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

This program, "Strengthening the European translational research ecosystem for advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs) for rare diseases," is a key initiative under Horizon Europe, managed by the Innovative Health Initiative Joint Undertaking (IHI JU). It aims to accelerate the development of advanced therapies for rare diseases by bridging the gap between early research and clinical application. The program uniquely fosters cross-sectoral collaboration and establishes a sustainable network of scientific and technological centers of excellence across Europe.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligible entities and geographical scope of the funding program, along with its core objectives to advance rare disease treatments. The program targets a broad spectrum of organizations and individuals across Europe, emphasizing collaborative research and innovation in advanced therapies.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and developmental stages eligible for funding. It focuses on innovative research and development in advanced therapies, with a strong emphasis on addressing current bottlenecks and improving processes for rare disease treatments.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the nature of financial support provided by the program, including the type of instrument, funding amounts, and expected project duration. The program primarily offers grants to support ambitious research and innovation initiatives.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential conditions, regulations, and stipulations that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. These cover legal, administrative, and ethical aspects to ensure fair and compliant participation.

Application Procedure

The application process for this program involved a single-stage submission followed by a comprehensive evaluation. Applicants were required to prepare detailed proposals using specific templates and adhere to strict submission guidelines.

This section outlines the foundational legal and official documents that authorize, establish, and govern the funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to European Union regulations.

Similar Programs

#rare diseases#ATMPs#gene therapy#translational research#European healthcare funding#medical biotechnology#pharmaceutical development#Horizon Europe#IHI JU#clinical development#health innovation#patient-centric research#R&I actions#European centers of excellence#mRNA therapeutics#nanoparticle delivery#preclinical research#therapy development

Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

30,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

Total Budget: 40,000,000 € to 60,000,000 € (for two grants)

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Healthcare, Medical Technology, Pharmaceutical Industry, Research and Development, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Patients with rare and ultra-rare diseases

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Commercialization, Other

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Union

Managed By:

Innovative Health Initiative Joint Undertaking (IHI JU)

Additional Partners:

Key healthcare industry associations (as part of the IHI JU public-private partnership)

0 x 0
XS