Broadening the spectrum of robust enzymes and microbial hosts in industrial biotechnology

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

This Horizon Europe Innovation Action aimed to significantly advance industrial biotechnology by expanding the range of robust enzymes and microbial hosts. The program focused on developing and scaling up sustainable bio-based processes, contributing to a more competitive and resource-independent European bio-based sector. This initiative sought to improve environmental performance, achieve climate-neutrality, and reduce pollution within bio-based value chains.

Who is Funded

The HORIZON-CL6-2023-CircBio-01-5 funding program was designed to support a wide array of applicants across Europe, focusing on advancing industrial biotechnology. While specific eligibility criteria for organizations and countries are detailed in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, the overarching objective was to foster innovative and sustainable bio-based value chains.

What is Funded

This program specifically funded projects focused on broadening the utility of robust enzymes and microbial hosts in industrial biotechnology. Supported initiatives aimed at developing novel or significantly optimized sustainable bio-based processes and products, emphasizing environmental benefits and technological advancements.

Type and Scope of Funding

The funding for HORIZON-CL6-2023-CircBio-01-5 was provided as grants, with a significant maximum contribution per project. The overall budget for this specific topic was 10 million Euros, aiming to support multiple innovative projects.

Conditions and Requirements

Applicants and beneficiaries were subject to various conditions, including specific rules for application, collaboration, and adherence to broader EU policies. Projects were encouraged to foster collaboration and ensure responsible data management.

Application Procedure

The application process for HORIZON-CL6-2023-CircBio-01-5 was a single-stage submission, with a clear deadline. Evaluation results were communicated to applicants following the closure of the call.

This funding program is firmly rooted in a robust legal framework established by several key European Union regulations and work programmes, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational parameters.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

5,000,000.00 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

10,000,000.00 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union (all regions of Europe), potentially including non-EU/non-Associated Countries that have made specific funding provisions for their participants.

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Textile and Apparel Industry, Construction and Building Materials, Water and Waste Management, Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Green Technology, Research and Development, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Scaling, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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