Capacity building to strengthen networks of higher education institutions and cooperation with surrounding ecosystems

Last updated: 16.7.2025
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This program, part of the Horizon Europe European Excellence Initiative, aims to significantly strengthen research and innovation capacities in widening countries. It supports the transformation of higher education institutions and their surrounding ecosystems through enhanced cooperation with leading international partners, ultimately fostering excellence and increased participation in European R&I processes.

Who is Funded

This section provides an overview of the eligible entities, the geographic scope, and the main objectives of the Capacity Building program.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities that are eligible for funding, outlining the areas of focus and the typical stages of development supported.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial aspects of the program, including the type of funding instrument, the overall budget available for the call, and conditions related to co-financing.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the various rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering application terms, consortium requirements, budget stipulations, and other important provisions.

Application Procedure

This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of the program, from application submission to the evaluation process and decision notification.

This section outlines the primary legal and official documents that authorize and govern the funding program, ensuring transparency and providing a framework for its operation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

30,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

04.11.2021

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

Widening countries (as coordinators) and other Member States or Associated Countries involved in the consortium.

Sectors

Sectors:

Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Higher education institutions, research organisations, academies of science, polytechnic universities, universities of applied science, specialised public laboratories, businesses, societal actors, non-academic entities.

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Capacity Building, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Planning, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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