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Improved detection of concealed objects on, and within the body of, persons

Last updated: 18.7.2025
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This Horizon Europe program focuses on developing advanced, non-invasive technologies for the improved detection of concealed objects on and within individuals at EU external border crossing points. It aims to enhance border security and efficiency while upholding fundamental rights and privacy. The program fosters innovation to counter illicit trade and criminal activities.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical areas where projects must be implemented, and the overarching objectives that the program aims to achieve.

What is Funded

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Type and Scope of Funding

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Conditions and Requirements

This section details the critical rules and prerequisites for applicants and funded projects, covering application terms, collaboration requirements, and other important operational provisions.

Application Procedure

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

5,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

The indicative budget for the topic HORIZON-CL3-2021-BM-01-05 is part of a 20,000,000 € shared budget pool for topics BM-01, BM-03, and BM-05. Individual project contributions are expected to be around 5,000,000 €.

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and Associated Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics, Research and Development, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex) - closely associated, European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice (eu-LISA) - assist, Networks of Practitioners projects, Knowledge Networks for Security Research & Innovation, Community of Users for Secure, Safe and Resilient Societies (CERIS)

Website:

EU Funding & Tenders Portal

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