Open Topic
This 'Open Topic' (HORIZON-CL3-2023-FCT-01-04) within the Horizon Europe Framework Programme focuses on tackling new and unforeseen challenges to enhance citizen security against terrorism, including in public spaces. It aims to develop innovative research and solutions while ensuring full compliance with personal data protection and fundamental rights, fostering improved cooperation among European Police Authorities and international actors.
Who is Funded for EU Security Research?
The 'Open Topic' (HORIZON-CL3-2023-FCT-01-04) targets European Police Authorities and other relevant security practitioners from EU Member States and Associated Countries. The program's core objective is to enhance the EU's capacity to combat crime and terrorism through advanced research, respecting fundamental rights and promoting international collaboration.
What is Funded: Innovations for Crime and Terrorism Fight
This program funds Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) focused on developing and validating new solutions and tools to address unforeseen challenges in counter-terrorism and citizen security. Supported projects encompass various stages from applied research to piloting and emphasize adaptability, modularity, and integration with existing systems to ensure practical uptake.
Type and Scope of Funding for Security Research
The program operates as a grant-based scheme under Horizon Europe, providing a substantial indicative funding amount of 4,000,000 € per project for Research and Innovation Actions. This direct financial support aims to facilitate comprehensive and impactful security research.
Conditions & Requirements for EU Security Funding
Strict conditions apply to both applicants and projects. Consortia must include at least three Police Authorities from different EU Member States or Associated Countries. All proposals must adhere to the detailed admissibility, eligibility, and legal/financial criteria set out in the Horizon Europe General Annexes. Furthermore, projects involving satellite data must integrate Copernicus and/or Galileo/EGNOS services, and all efforts must respect personal data protection and fundamental rights.
Application Procedure for Horizon Europe Security Grants
The application process for this topic was a single-stage submission that has now closed. Proposals underwent evaluation starting mid-December 2023, with outcomes communicated to applicants by mid-April 2024, based on standard Horizon Europe award criteria.
Legal Basis: Foundational Documents for Funding
This funding program operates under the comprehensive legal framework of Horizon Europe. It is authorized by specific EU regulations and governed by the broader policies and work programmes of the European Commission, ensuring compliance and transparency in its operations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
4,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
4,000,000 €
Deadline:
23.11.2023
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union (EU Member States) and Associated Countries.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Education and Vocational Training, Other
Beneficiaries:
Police authorities, security practitioners
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Europol Innovation Lab (validation and uptake facilitation), Community for European Research and Innovation for Security (CERIS) (synergy-building and clustering initiatives)
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