Teaming for Excellence
The Teaming for Excellence program, part of Horizon Europe, aims to address disparities in research and innovation (R&I) performance across Europe. Its core purpose is to establish new or modernize existing Centers of Excellence in Widening countries, fostering a more competitive and impactful European R&I system. This initiative operates as a unique EU Synergy grant, requiring substantial complementary funding to amplify its reach and sustainability.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its primary objectives. It highlights the focus on strengthening research and innovation capacities in specific European regions to address disparities and foster excellence.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding under the Teaming for Excellence program. It specifies the thematic areas, covered and excluded costs, and the typical development stage of supported initiatives, emphasizing the creation and modernization of research and innovation centers.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section outlines the financial parameters of the Teaming for Excellence program, including the type of financial support, funding amounts, and project duration. It highlights the program's nature as an EU Synergy grant, requiring significant complementary funding to maximize impact.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the Teaming for Excellence program, from application to project implementation. It covers legal, administrative, and operational stipulations, emphasizing compliance and effective project governance.
Application Procedure
This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of the Teaming for Excellence program, from the submission workflow and documentation requirements to the evaluation and selection processes. It outlines how proposals are prepared, assessed, and ultimately awarded.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the foundational legal and official documents that authorize, establish, and govern the Teaming for Excellence funding program. It identifies the primary sources of its legitimacy and any significant overarching regulations that shape its operation within the broader European research and innovation landscape.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
15,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
270,000,000 €
Deadline:
20.01.2026
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union Member States and Associated Countries (specifically Widening countries for coordinators)
Sectors:
Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Planning, Implementation, Basic Research, Applied Research
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Union
Additional Partners:
Leading scientific institutions abroad, National authorities, Regional authorities, European funding sources (e.g., Cohesion policy programmes), Private sources, Joint Research Centre (JRC)
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