OPEN CALLS: July, 2024

Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Cybersecurity of relevance to Public Administration

Deadline: 31 july 2024

Source of funding: National
Fund: FCT within the scope of PRR funding

#Artificialintelligence #DataScience #ResearchProjects

FCT within the scope of PRR funding, investment “RE-C05-i08 - More Digital Science”, launches this Notice which aims to support IC&DT projects for the implementation of advanced cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and data science systems in public administration

COST Actions Open Call 

Deadline: October 23, 2024

Source of funding: European
EU Fund: COST Action

#InterdisciplinaryResearch #GrassrootsActions

COST - European Cooperation in Science and Technology funds transnational collaboration activities in a system of open-access, bottom-up networks of researchers in all scientific and technological fields. These networks, called COST Actions, enable advances in the development of scientific knowledge, helping to strengthen Europe as a leader in R&TD.

Supporting National, Regional and Local Authorities Across Europe to Prepare for the Transition Towards Climate Neutrality within Cities

Deadline: September 5, 2024

Source of funding: European  
EU Fund: Horizon Europe

#CSA #ClimateNeutrality #SmartCities #EuropeanGreenDeal

Strengthen existing national networks in the Member States and Associated Countries, encourage and support the creation of such structures in countries where this has not yet taken place, and empower them to act as clearly identifiable national contacts to support cities in pursuing their climate neutrality ambition and related targets.

European Fusion Industry Platform and Preparation for a Public-Private Partnership on Fusion Energy

Deadline: September 17, 2024

Source of funding: European
EU Fund: EURATOM

#CSA #technology #nuclear #energy

The Commission aims to engage the EU fusion industry to tackle the critical bottlenecks that need to be addressed to design a first viable and cost-effective fusion power plant.

Multi Chains Support for NGI Protocols

Deadline: July 17, 2024

Source of funding: European
EU Fund: TrustChain Project

#Blockchain

Open call with €1.989m for applications helping to design and build the gateways that will make it possible to transfer knowledge /metadata /data/ process/ requirements from one chain to another in a trustworthy and secure manner.

Policies and Governance Shaping the Future Transport and Mobility Systems

Deadline: September 5, 2024

Source of funding: European  
EU Fund: Lump Sum

#RIA #Governance #GreenDeal

It is important to study how policies and regulations could best govern transport and mobility systems in desired directions to become more sustainable and just, for instance, concerning gender, place, or low-income households, as well as their fiscal impacts.

‍European Nuclear Skills Initiative

‍Deadline: September 17, 2024

Source of funding: European
EU Fund: EURATOM

#CSA #Industry #nucleartechnologies

The Commission is offering funding through a coordination and support action for a long-term, industry-, research- and training-led public & private initiative to maintain and further develop the skills necessary to ensure the availability of high-level expertise for the safe use of current and future nuclear technologies in the EU.

Technical Assistance - Replication - Nature & Biodiversity and Circular Economy & Quality of Life

Deadline: September 18, 2024

Source of funding: European  
EU Fund: LIFE

#Biodiversity #Nature

The objectives of Technical Assistance–Replication (TA-R) projects are to facilitate and enable the upscaling or replication of results achieved by projects funded under the LIFE programme or funded under another EU programme, provided that it fulfils the objectives of the LIFE programme.

Climate Change Mitigation

Deadline: September 17, 2024

Source of funding: European  
EU Fund: LIFE Program

#Climatechange

This call supports projects aimed at climate change mitigation, focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing energy efficiency, and promoting renewable energy. Projects should demonstrate innovative technologies, practices, or approaches that can be replicated and scaled.

Bringing Available and Actionable Solutions for Climate Adaptation to the Knowledge of the Regions and Local Authorities

Deadline: September 18, 2024

Source of funding: European  

EU Fund: Horizon Europe

#Climatechange #CSA #R&I

This call aims to develop and implement innovative strategies and solutions to enhance resilience against climate change impacts. Projects should focus on sectors like health, infrastructure, and ecosystems, demonstrating scalability and replicability of solutions.

Our Blue Future - Co-designing a Future Vision of a Restored Ocean and Water System in the EU by 2030 and 2050

Deadline: September 18, 2024

Source of funding: European
EU Fund: LIFE Program

#Atlantic #OceanProtection #Marine Biodiversity

This call supports the implementation of the Mission Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030, aligning with the European Green Deal's climate, biodiversity, and pollution targets. Projects should co-design science-based transition scenarios and narratives to stimulate effective action, raise awareness, and support decision-makers in restoring ocean and water ecosystems. Proposals should develop visual tools and innovative solutions, focusing on nature-based approaches and involving diverse stakeholders.

Critical Technologies for the Future Ocean Energy Farms

Deadline: February 4, 2025

Source of funding: European  
EU Fund: Horizon Europe

#Forthcoming #RIA #RenewableEnergy #EnergySystem #EnergyGrids #Technology

Project results are expected to contribute to all of the following expected outcomes: increased performance of ocean energy technologies with the focus on sustainability, operation and maintenance of ocean energy devices; improved knowledge on how to operate ocean energy devices, their availability, maintainability, reliability, survivability, and sustainability; and reduction of LCOE.

Demonstration of Approaches to Improve Bankability of Solutions by Design, Addressing the Co-benefits (Mitigation and Adaptation) to Improve Revenues Streams

Deadline: September 18, 2024

Source of funding: European
EU Fund: Horizon Europe

#Climatechange

This call focuses on demonstrating approaches to improve the bankability of climate adaptation and mitigation solutions. It aims to enhance revenue streams by addressing co-benefits of mitigation and adaptation, involving multiple stakeholders to support the European Green Deal. The mission seeks to foster resilience across regions, cities, and local communities through scalable and replicable models, ultimately contributing to Europe's climate resilience by 2050.

Science for Community - Building the Marine Citizen Science Data Network of the Future to Valorise Data Coming from the Ocean and Increase Engagement

Deadline: September 18, 2024

Source of funding: European  
EU Fund: Horizon Europe

#Marinelitter #CSA #MarineCitizenScience #DataNetwork #MarineEcosystems

This call aims to establish a pan-European Marine Citizen Science data network to enhance collaboration, visibility, and impact of marine citizen science. It focuses on standardizing data, sharing good practices, and deploying cost-efficient observing equipment. Projects should support marine data integration into existing platforms and develop training materials for citizen scientists.

Closing the Research Gaps on Essential Biogeochemical Ocean Variables (EOVs) in Support of Global Assessments

Deadline: September 24, 2024

Source of funding: European  
EU Fund: Horizon Europe

#Oceanography #ClimateAction #OceanMonitoring #BiogeochemicalProcesses

This call aims to advance scientific understanding to support adaptation and resilience policies for natural and managed ecosystems, improve monitoring and projections of climate change impacts, and support decision-making. Projects should enhance biogeochemical ocean monitoring, improve Earth System Models, and develop standards for climate records. Collaboration with international initiatives and integration of multidisciplinary observation systems are essential.

Sustainable Micro-algae as Feedstock for Innovative, Added-value Applications 

Deadline: September 18, 2024

Source of funding: European  
EU Fund: Horizon Europe

#IA #ZeroWaste #ZeroPollution

Presently, there is a need to upscale production technologies, including downstream separation and purification, which would cover the mid-price range of products cost-effectively, thereby contributing to increasing the market penetration of micro-algae-derived chemicals and products.

Patient-Centred Clinical-Study Endpoints Derived Using Digital Health Technologies

Deadline:Two-stage: October 10, 2024, and April 23, 2025  

Source of funding: European  

EU Fund: Horizon Europe 
#DigitalHealthTechnologies #ChronicDiseases #RIA

This call aims to develop a unified framework for using patient preference information (PPI), clinical outcome assessments (COAs), and digital health technology (DHT)-derived measures in clinical studies. It seeks to improve the acceptance and implementation of these measures to enhance the evaluation of therapies for chronic diseases.

‍1st Call of the European Partnership on Animal Health and Welfare for Funding Transnational Projects

‍Deadline: October 23, 2024  

Source of funding: European  

EU Fund: Horizon Europe

This is a European partnership co-funded under the Horizon Europe Framework Program, which launched its first Call for funding transnational Research and Innovation projects.

Policies and Governance Shaping the Future Transport and Mobility Systems

Deadline: September 5, 2024

Source of funding: European

EU Fund: Horizon Europe

#RIA #CitizenPlatforms

It is important to study how policies and regulations could best govern transport and mobility systems in desired directions to become more sustainable and just, for instance, concerning gender, place, or low-income households, as well as their fiscal impacts.

Size & Weight Reduction of Cell and Packaging of Batteries System, Integrating Lightweight and Functional Materials, Innovative Thermal Management and Safe and Sustainable by Design Approach (Batt4EU Partnership)

Deadline: September 5, 2024

Source of funding: European

EU Fund: Horizon Europe

#IA #GreenDeal #ClimateTransition

This topic focuses on delivering a safe and sustainable by design approach for batteries reduced in size and weight which will deliver the performance necessary for mobile applications. 

Improved Transport Infrastructure Performance - Innovative Digital Tools and Solutions to Monitor and Improve the Management and Operation of Transport Infrastructure

‍Deadline: September 5, 2024

Source of funding: European  

EU Fund: Horizon Europe

#SmartMobility #Passengers&Goods #DigitalSolutions

Innovative digital tools and solutions will allow the upgrade of transport infrastructure, ensuring improved performance and safety, along with reduced emissions and better inclusiveness. Digital solutions are key to reducing drastic disruptions in traffic flows, increasing transport efficiency and lowering dependency on fossil fuels.

Bringing Together the National Level with Engaged Regional and Local Levels (Multi-level Governance)

‍Deadline: September 18, 2024

Source of funding: European

EU Fund: Horizon Europe

#CSA #ClimateChange #Governance

Proposals should address two axes of action: 1) establishing and managing so-called “National adaptation hubs” and 2) implementing a structural grouping scheme as an organic component of the multi-governance approach.

Pre-Symposium AI4LIFE Workshop & Hackthon: Trends in AI for Super-Resolution Microscopy

The event will be focused on the latest trends in AI for super-resolution microscopy, particularly Single-Molecule Localization Microscopy.

Disaster Research Days

The aim is to exchange about interactions among science and research and Disaster Risk Reduction policies, through dialogues involving scientists, practitioners, risk managers, policymakers, and local communities.

Tropical Summit

This is a unique event that will gather critical mass around the enduring challenges and uplifting opportunities in the tropics. Its main objectives are to foster knowledge transfer, stimulate multidisciplinary and stakeholders networking, and contribute to co-creation and innovative projects, capitalizing and densifying the existing collaborative initiatives and platforms.

‍The European Social Innovation

Competition

‍Deadline: October 23, 2024  For Whom: Researchers

Source of funding: European  EU Fund: Horizon 

Type: Grant

‍The Competition acts as a beacon for social innovators across Europe, incentivising & rewarding early-stage ideas, shaping our society for the better. 

Mário Ruivo Prize - Oceanic

Generations

‍Deadline: October 23, 2024  For Whom: Researchers

Source of funding: European  EU Fund: Horizon 

Type: Grant

The Prize annually rewards films lasting up to seven minutes, in Portuguese or subtitled in Portuguese, about the importance of the ocean.