eXtended Collaborative Telepresence (IA)
The 'eXtended Collaborative Telepresence' (IA) program, under Horizon Europe, aimed to establish European industrial leadership in advanced telepresence solutions. Driven by insights from the COVID-19 pandemic and climate concerns, this initiative sought to enhance distant human-human interactions through innovative technologies while prioritizing ethics, privacy, security, and safety. Although the call is now closed, its objectives remain relevant for future research and innovation in digital transformation.
Who is Funded
This program specifically targets entities engaged in cutting-edge research and innovation within the realm of digital and industrial technologies. The focus is on fostering European leadership in eXtended Collaborative Telepresence solutions for both professional and private use, with a broad geographic scope primarily centered on the European Union.
What is Funded
The funding supported innovation actions centered on developing and demonstrating advanced eXtended Reality (XR) technologies for collaborative telepresence. Projects were expected to mature solutions beyond basic research, with a strong emphasis on practical application and industrial take-up.
Type and Scope of Funding
The program offered significant grant funding, totaling 14 million Euros for this specific topic, with provisions for smaller cascade funding to third parties. Financial support was structured to encourage broad participation and widespread adoption of new technologies.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants were required to adhere to comprehensive conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme, including specific rules for consortia, financial support to third parties, and a strong emphasis on data security, privacy, and openness in technology development.
Application Procedure
The application process for this call was a single-stage submission, with a specific deadline in October 2021. The evaluation has concluded, and applicants have been informed of the results, with grant agreements expected to be signed following formal selection.
Legal Basis
The 'eXtended Collaborative Telepresence' program is firmly rooted in the Horizon Europe Framework Programme, governed by a comprehensive set of official documents, including specific Work Programme details and overarching EU financial regulations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
Up to 8,000,000 € per project. Additionally, financial support to third parties (FSTP) is limited to 200,000 € per third party.
Allocated Budget:
14,000,000 €
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union and associated countries. Specific provisions exist for certain non-EU/non-Associated Countries.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) and its Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs), in particular the EIT Digital
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