Accelerating uptake through open proposals for advanced SME innovation
The 'Accelerating uptake through open proposals for advanced SME innovation' program under Horizon Europe aims to boost the industrialisation and commercialisation of innovative security technologies developed by EU SMEs. It seeks to bridge the gap between small innovators and public markets, fostering collaboration and accelerating market access for mature technological solutions addressing EU civil security priorities.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, defines the geographical scope of the program, and details its overarching objectives to strengthen civil security within the EU. The program specifically targets small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and end-user organizations to drive innovation uptake in critical security domains across EU Member States and Associated Countries.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, focusing on mature technological solutions within specific civil security domains. It also specifies that eligible costs will be covered as lump sum contributions, without explicitly mentioning excluded costs. The program aims to support projects from technology development through market introduction and commercialization.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides an overview of the financial support available, specifying that funding is provided as grants in the form of lump sum contributions. Each project can receive up to 1,500,000 €, with a total budget of 6,000,000 € allocated for this specific topic, supporting approximately four projects. The maximum project duration is two years.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements for applicants and projects, covering general admissibility, specific consortium composition rules, and budget stipulations. Adherence to these conditions is crucial for successful application and project implementation.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the procedural aspects for applying to the program, detailing the submission process and the evaluation criteria used for selecting successful proposals. Applicants are advised to consult the provided general annexes and online manual for comprehensive guidance.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the primary legal and official documents that establish and govern the program, ensuring its legitimacy and outlining the regulatory framework for its operation. These foundational texts include specific EU regulations and guidance documents.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
1,500,000 €
Allocated Budget:
6,000,000 €
Deadline:
20.11.2024
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden), Other (Associated Countries)
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Energy Production and Supply, Healthcare, Service Sector, Environmental and Climate Protection, Construction and Building Materials, Water and Waste Management, Other
Beneficiaries:
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), end-user organisations (including public buyers and security practitioners), non-SME industries, Research and Technology Organisations (RTOs).
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Experimental Development, Product Development, Market Introduction, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
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