HORIZON-KDT-JU-2021-2-RIA-Focus Topic 1-Processing solutions for AI at the edge addressing the design stack and middleware

Last updated: 16.7.2025
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The HORIZON-KDT-JU-2021-2-RIA-Focus Topic 1 call focuses on developing advanced processing solutions for AI at the edge, aiming to enhance Europe's technological leadership in secure embedded intelligence. This Research and Innovation Action (RIA) supports collaborative projects, fostering innovation in processor architectures, middleware, and AI algorithms for edge and deep-edge applications. The program encourages participation from a diverse range of entities, including SMEs, to strengthen the European Key Digital Technologies ecosystem.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. It details who can apply, where projects can be implemented, and the strategic goals the program aims to achieve.

What is Funded

This section specifies the types of projects and thematic areas supported by the program, along with details on eligible costs and the required maturity level for funded projects.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial aspects of the program, including the type of funding instrument, the maximum funding amounts available per project and participant, and any specific requirements concerning national co-funding.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering application terms, collaboration rules, and budget stipulations.

Application Procedure

This section describes the structured process for submitting applications and the criteria used for evaluating and selecting proposals under this funding program. It outlines key steps for applicants and how decisions are made.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that establish and govern the program, providing transparency on its mandate and operational framework. It also indicates where these official texts can be accessed.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

12,000,000 € (EU contribution per project); 40% of total EU funding per participant

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

20,000,000 € (EU contribution for this topic in 2021)

Deadline

Deadline:

27.04.2022

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union (EU Member States and Associated Countries participating in KDT JU Work Programme 2021, including specific national eligibility rules for AT, CZ, DK, ES, IT, LV, NL, NO, PL, PT, SE, TR. Switzerland has direct national funding arrangements.)

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Healthcare, Medical Technology, Pharmaceutical Industry, Research and Development, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Union (KDT Joint Undertaking)

Managed By:

KDT JU (Key Digital Technologies Joint Undertaking)

Additional Partners:

LC Innoconsult, Grupo Colabora Formación y Proyectos, SL, Minds & Sparks GmbH, webLyzard technology, SOCIETATEA DE INGINERIE SISTEME SA, Odd.Bot B.V., Flow Analysis and Simulation Team, GC Genomics GmbH, ASSIST Software SRL, IND Yazilim Bilisim Teknolojileri San. ve Tic. A.S., HIRO MicroDataCenters B.V., AITOWN S.R.L., SCUOLA SUPERIORE DI STUDI UNIVERSITARI E DI PERFEZIONAMENTO S ANNA, AMBIESENSE LTD, An AI Research Team @ Lancaster University, GRANT GARANT SRO, TECH2MARKET SPOLKA Z OGRANICZONA ODPOWIEDZIALNOSCIA, GC GENOMICS ESPAÑA, SL, CONCEPTTO DESARROLLO ESTRATÉGICO, SL, Hybrid Core BV (All are partner organizations offering expertise or services for proposals in this area).

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