New ways of reducing serious injuries and the long-term consequences of road crashes

This program broadly supports a diverse range of legal entities across the European Union and encourages international collaboration. The primary objective is to significantly enhance road safety by drastically reducing serious injuries and fatalities, aligning with the EU's 'Vision Zero' goal for 2050.

The funding targets research and innovation in road safety, focusing on understanding injury mechanisms and developing protective solutions across various road user types and vehicle technologies. Projects should address the entire spectrum from fundamental research to the development of deployable countermeasures.

This program offers grant funding for research and innovation projects, with a fixed maximum amount per project aimed at achieving specific safety outcomes.

Applicants must adhere to general and specific conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes and the specific Work Programme for Climate, Energy, and Mobility. Key requirements include compliance with admissibility, eligibility, financial, and operational capacity criteria, as well as guidelines for proposal submission and evaluation. International collaboration is highly encouraged, and the use of EU satellite services is mandated when applicable.

The application process for this call was a single-stage submission, with specific forms and evaluation criteria outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes and the Online Manual. The call is now closed, and proposals have been submitted for evaluation.

The program is legally grounded in the Horizon Europe Framework Programme and its associated regulations and decisions, ensuring a robust and transparent operational framework for all funded activities.