Prevention of obesity throughout the life course

Last updated: 16.7.2025
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The 'Prevention of obesity throughout the life course' program, part of Horizon Europe's 'Staying healthy in a rapidly changing society' destination, aims to combat the significant public health challenge of obesity. This initiative supports comprehensive research and innovation actions to develop and implement effective, evidence-based prevention strategies across Europe, fostering healthier lifestyles and reducing health inequalities from childhood to old age.

Who is Funded for Obesity Prevention Research

This section outlines the diverse range of entities and individuals eligible for funding under the 'Prevention of obesity throughout the life course' program. It specifies the geographical scope and the overarching objectives aimed at fostering healthier populations across Europe.

What Research is Funded for Obesity Prevention

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding under the 'Prevention of obesity throughout the life course' program. It highlights the focus on research and innovation actions and the broad interdisciplinary approach required.

Type and Scope of Obesity Prevention Funding

This section provides information on the financial support available, including the type of funding instrument, the maximum amount per project, and general guidance on project duration within the Horizon Europe framework.

Conditions and Requirements for Obesity Prevention Funding

This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements for participation in the 'Prevention of obesity throughout the life course' program, covering admissibility, eligibility, consortium structures, and general provisions for proposals and project implementation.

Application Procedure for Obesity Prevention Funding

This section provides an overview of the application process, from submission to evaluation and notification of results for the 'Prevention of obesity throughout the life course' program, which followed a two-stage submission model.

This section identifies the foundational documents and key regulations that govern the 'Prevention of obesity throughout the life course' funding program, providing insight into its legitimacy and operational framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

10,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

60,000,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union and United States of America

Sectors

Sectors:

Healthcare, Food Processing, Agriculture and Agribusiness, Environmental and Climate Protection, Information and Communication Technology, Service Sector, Social Enterprises, Research and Development, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Citizens of all ages, healthcare professionals, public authorities, schools, canteens, hospitals, workplaces, shopping malls, sport centers, civil society organizations, employers/employee organizations, charities, local producers, patients, and their families.

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC)

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