NGI International Collaboration - USA and Canada (RIA)
This program fosters crucial international collaboration between the EU, USA, and Canada to advance the Next Generation Internet (NGI). It specifically aims to develop human-centric, trustworthy digital technologies, focusing on data sovereignty, digital identity, and decentralised internet architectures through Research and Innovation Actions. This initiative seeks to build robust cross-continental ecosystems and generate new business opportunities for internet innovators.
Who is Funded
This program targets a broad range of internet innovators, researchers, and technology developers from the EU, USA, and Canada, fostering cross-continental collaboration. Its primary aim is to advance human-centred and ethical digital technologies, particularly within the Next Generation Internet domain.
What is Funded
Funding is provided for research and innovation activities focused on the Next Generation Internet, with an emphasis on developing trustworthy, decentralised, and open technologies. The program supports various stages of technological development and outlines specific cost categories for third-party projects.
Type and Scope of Funding
This initiative primarily provides grant-based financial support, with a significant portion dedicated to smaller, agile third-party projects. The funding aims to support focused, short-to-medium term research and innovation collaborations.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to general Horizon Europe conditions regarding admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, and legal setup, as well as specific program requirements for consortium structure and open calls. Emphasis is placed on transparency, openness, and responsible research.
Application Procedure
The application process involves a single-stage submission, followed by evaluation based on Horizon Europe criteria. Guidance and support documents are available for applicants.
Legal Basis
The funding program is established under the comprehensive legal framework of Horizon Europe, ensuring its mandate and operational guidelines are clearly defined by EU regulations and detailed work programmes.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
500,000 €
Allocated Budget:
6,000,000 €
Deadline:
05.04.2022
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union, USA, Canada
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Internet innovators, researchers, hi-tech start-ups, SMEs, and other multidisciplinary actors in the digital and ICT sectors focusing on Next Generation Internet.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
EIT Digital, European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs), European Social Fund +, InvestEU Fund
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