Supporting the emergence of an open human-centric Metaverse (CSA)
The "Supporting the emergence of an open human-centric Metaverse" program aims to shape and promote an open, decentralized, trustworthy, and ethical European and global Metaverse. This initiative blends real and virtual worlds, offering significant opportunities across various industrial and service sectors, including creativity, arts, healthcare, and education. It seeks to establish a strong, competitive ecosystem with European leadership in Metaverse technology adoption and development, while aligning with the EU Declaration on Digital Principles and Rights.
Who is Funded for Metaverse & Digital Innovation?
This program broadly funds a diverse range of applicants, from individual innovators and SMEs to higher education, public bodies, and research organizations across Europe and beyond. Its core objective is to cultivate an open, human-centric Metaverse that embodies European values while driving technological and social innovation globally.
What Digital Innovations and Sectors are Funded?
The funding supports diverse project types, focusing on digital and industrial technologies for a human-centred Metaverse, covering various sectors from creativity to healthcare. It emphasizes research, development, and market introduction, including specific technology areas like AI, XR, and Blockchain.
Funding Type and Financial Scope
This Coordination and Support Action (CSA) offers grant funding, with a maximum contribution of 2,000,000 € per project over a typical duration of 1 to 4 years. The overall call has a substantial budget allocation for fostering digital and industrial technology development.
Key Conditions & Requirements for Horizon Europe Funding
Applicants must adhere to specific conditions for admissibility, eligibility, and financial capacity outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes. The program prioritizes consortium-based applications and enforces strict budget limitations and specific rules for legal commitments, especially concerning certain entities.
Application Procedure & Award Process
The application process is single-stage, requiring submission through the Funding & Tenders Portal using standard forms. Evaluation criteria and timelines are detailed in the Work Programme General Annexes, with applicants having been informed of evaluation results in July 2023.
Legal Basis of the Metaverse Funding Program
The program operates under the comprehensive framework of Horizon Europe, established by key EU regulations that define its scope, rules for participation, and financial management. Access to these foundational documents is facilitated through the Funding & Tenders Portal and official EU legal publications.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
2,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
2,000,000 €
Deadline:
29.03.2023
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union, Japan, Republic of Korea, Singapore, sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Healthcare, Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Service Sector, Creative Industries, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Market Introduction, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), EIT Digital, EIT Manufacturing, European Digital Innovation Hubs, European Blockchain Partnership, Next Generation Internet (NGI) initiative, European Flagships (e.g., Graphene), EU supported digital twins initiatives (e.g., Destination Earth), Smart Networks and Services, EuroHPC, Key Digital Technologies
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