Microelectronic – Front-End Module (FEM)
The Microelectronic – Front-End Module (FEM) program, under Horizon Europe, seeks to advance next-generation mobile communication. It focuses on developing a comprehensive Front-End Module design, particularly for the FR3 frequency range, to achieve significant energy efficiency and high data rates for future 6G systems. This initiative aims to strengthen European technological leadership in microelectronics and telecommunications.
Who is Funded
This section provides an overview of who is eligible to receive funding, detailing the types of applicants, the geographical regions covered by the program, and the core objectives it aims to achieve. The program is designed to foster European leadership in microelectronic technologies for future communication networks.
What is Funded
This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities that are eligible for funding, focusing on the development of advanced microelectronic Front-End Modules for next-generation communication systems. It also clarifies general provisions for costs and the developmental stage of supported innovations.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides essential financial details of the funding program, including the type of financial support offered and the maximum amount available per project. It outlines the nature of the financial assistance to support innovative microelectronic developments.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the critical rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. It covers essential administrative, collaborative, and budgetary stipulations.
Application Procedure
This section guides potential applicants through the process of submitting their proposals, detailing how applications are evaluated and the mechanisms through which funding decisions are communicated. It highlights key procedural steps and criteria for success.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that provide the authority and framework for the Microelectronic – Front-End Module (FEM) funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to established European Union regulations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
12,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
12,000,000 €
Deadline:
18.09.2025
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States, Associated Countries, OECD countries, and Mercosur countries. Exclusions apply to legal entities established in Russia, Belarus, non-government controlled territories of Ukraine, or those directly/indirectly controlled by non-eligible countries or deemed high-risk suppliers of mobile network communication equipment.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Research and Development, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Market Introduction
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
Horizon Europe, SNS Joint Undertaking (SNS JU)
Managed By:
SNS Joint Undertaking
Additional Partners:
SNS JU members (other than the Union), European industrial leaders, relevant academics, RTOs
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