Post-exascale HPC (CSA)
The Post-exascale HPC Coordination and Support Action (CSA) aims to strategically guide and prepare Europe for the future of converged supercomputing, quantum computing, and artificial intelligence. This initiative will foster a competitive European HPC/Quantum/AI ecosystem, develop a high-quality research roadmap, and ensure alignment with global AI-driven computing paradigms. It stands out by integrating diverse technological frontiers to secure Europe's strategic autonomy in digital and emerging enabling technologies.
Who is Funded by Post-exascale HPC
The Post-exascale HPC program targets key scientific and industrial players across Europe to drive advancements in high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum technologies. It focuses on achieving European strategic autonomy in critical digital and enabling technologies, with a broad geographical scope encompassing EU Member States and Associated Countries. The overarching objective is to develop a comprehensive roadmap and foster a competitive ecosystem that integrates next-generation computing paradigms.
What is Funded under Post-exascale HPC
The Post-exascale HPC program specifically funds Coordination and Support Actions (CSA) focused on guiding Europe's transition into the post-exascale era, encompassing advanced computing, AI, and quantum technologies. The initiative targets strategic industries and research fields crucial for Europe's digital autonomy, covering the planning and policy development stages of projects.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Post-exascale HPC program provides grant funding as a Coordination and Support Action within Horizon Europe. The maximum funding per project is 2,500,000 €, intended for a single successful proposal. Projects are expected to run for a typical duration of 24 to 36 months.
Conditions and Requirements
Key conditions and requirements for the Post-exascale HPC program include specific guidelines for proposal submission, the mandatory nature of consortia, and adherence to various Horizon Europe regulations and policies. Applicants must consider rules on protection of European communication networks and integrate the gender dimension where relevant.
Application Procedure
The application process for the Post-exascale HPC program follows a single-stage submission procedure via the European Commission's Funding & Tenders Portal. Evaluation is based on criteria detailed in the Work Programme General Annexes, with an indicative timeline for evaluation and grant agreement established to inform applicants.
Legal Basis of Post-exascale HPC Funding
The Post-exascale HPC program operates under a robust legal framework established by several key EU legislative acts and official documents. These foundational texts ensure the program's legitimacy, guide its implementation, and provide transparency regarding its operational policies.
Similar Programs
Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
2,500,000 €
Allocated Budget:
2,500,000 €
Deadline:
02.10.2025
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union and countries associated with Horizon Europe, as detailed in Annex B of the Work Programme General Annexes and the Horizon Europe Programme Guide.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Energy Production and Supply, Green Technology, Other
Beneficiaries:
Scientific and industrial players, including organisations working on advanced computing, HPC, AI, quantum computing, microelectronics, photonics, cloud/edge/IoT, VR/XR, robotics, and 2D materials.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Planning, Policy Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
International Exascale Project (InPex), EuroHPC Joint Undertaking advisory bodies (Research and Innovation Advisory Group - RIAG, Infrastructure Advisory Group - INFRAG), EuroHPC JU private partners (European Technology Platform for High Performance Computing - ETP4HPC, Big Data Value Association - BDVA, European Quantum Industry Consortium - QuIC), EuroHPC main initiatives (DARE Framework Programme Agreement on RISC-V processors, HPC Centres of Excellence, AI Factories), hosting entities of European AI Factories and future AI Gigafactories, other relevant European projects and initiatives.
Website: