Framework Partnership Agreement (FPA) for developing a large-scale European initiative for High Performance Computing (HPC) ecosystem based on RISC-V
The Framework Partnership Agreement (FPA) for a European High Performance Computing (HPC) ecosystem based on RISC-V is a strategic initiative aimed at fostering European technological sovereignty. This program supports the development and deployment of innovative HPC hardware and software, with a focus on RISC-V technology, to build future exascale and post-exascale supercomputers in Europe. It is designed to establish a stable and structured long-term partnership within the European HPC community.
Who is Funded by the RISC-V HPC Initiative
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for organizations and the geographical scope for this funding program, which primarily targets legal entities from EU Member States, Iceland, and Norway. The overarching objective is to bolster European technological sovereignty in High Performance Computing (HPC) by developing an advanced ecosystem based on RISC-V.
What is Funded within the HPC RISC-V Ecosystem
This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on the comprehensive development of a RISC-V-based High Performance Computing (HPC) ecosystem in Europe. The initiative spans hardware and software development, integration, and application optimization across various project maturity stages.
Type and Scope of HPC RISC-V Funding
This section outlines the financial support mechanisms for the RISC-V HPC initiative. Funding is provided through a Framework Partnership Agreement (FPA), operating as grants to establish a long-term strategic partnership, although specific monetary amounts or funding rates are not detailed in the program description.
Conditions and Requirements for RISC-V HPC Funding
This section details the essential rules and specific requirements for applicants and beneficiaries of the RISC-V HPC Framework Partnership Agreement. Key stipulations include strict page limits for applications, mandatory consortium formation, and critical provisions regarding intellectual property management to ensure EU retention.
Application Procedure for HPC RISC-V FPA
The application process for the RISC-V HPC Framework Partnership Agreement is a single-stage submission, with detailed procedural guidelines and evaluation criteria provided in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes and the Online Manual.
Legal Basis of the RISC-V HPC Initiative
This section outlines the foundational legal documents that establish and govern the Framework Partnership Agreement for the RISC-V HPC ecosystem, ensuring its legitimacy and operational framework within broader EU regulations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union (EU Member States), Iceland, Norway
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Industry, Research Organizations, Supercomputing Centers, Universities, RTOs, SMEs
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Commercialization, Implementation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission (EuroHPC Joint Undertaking)
Managed By:
EuroHPC Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU)
Additional Partners:
KDT/Chips Joint Undertaking (JU) for coordination on horizontal issues and exploitation of synergies, especially for pilot lines and common design rules/tools.
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