Under Horizon Europe, the European Commission funds research and innovation projects to strengthen research and innovation across Europe.
The 'Widening participation and spreading excellence' sub-programme contributes to building research and innovation capacity for countries lagging behind, in line with the policy objectives of the European Research Area.
Funding opportunities
This call closed on 10 April 2025
This call closed on 09 April 2026
This call closed on 20 November 2025
This call closed on 28 September 2023
This call closed on 28 September 2023
Submit your proposal by 24 September 2026
Next call for proposals opens on 02 September 2026
This call closed on 07 March 2024
Submit your proposal by 09 September 2026
This call closed on 26 September 2024
Next call for proposals opens on 23 April 2026
Next call for proposals opens on 23 April 2026
Apply for funding
Information on how to compose your project team and find partners
Overview of the application process and what types of projects can be funded
Resources and contact points to help you prepare your proposal
Tips to help you find partners when applying for Horizon Europe funding
What you should comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
What to comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
Free-of-charge proposal pre-screening for eligible applicants from Widening countries
How to manage your project
Comply with the conditions defined in your grant agreement
Tips and requirements on communicating your project
Advice and resources on how to disseminate and exploit your project results
Free-of-charge service dedicated to beneficiaries in Widening countries to maximise the impact of your research
Guidelines on the contractual management of your project and reporting
How to effectively inform policymakers of your findings and maximise your policy impact
News
The EU-funded MONUSEN project helped researchers in Montenegro expand their knowledge and upgrade equipment, increasing the nation’s capacity.
Improving the research and innovation capabilities of EU Member States, outermost regions and associated countries with lower R&I performance
What is it really like to be a Blue Book trainee at the European Research Executive Agency? We asked three of our current trainees – Jonathan Dechert, Marina Sirvent-Sanchez and Teresa Levi – to share their highlights, lessons learned and a glimpse into daily life at REA.
A new method for identifying neoantigens in non-small cell lung cancer opens the door to improved treatments. The EU-funded CANVAS project set up a joint pilot study to further the work.
Publications
Disseminating and exploiting results - A starter kit for EU-funded research and innovation projects
This checklist provides useful tips on how to better communicate your project's work on a variety of social media channels.
Guide on writing policy briefs for impact
A starter kit for EU funded research & innovation (R&I) projects
EU Mission on Cancer: 'Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence' programme contributing to the Mission
EU Mission on Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities: 'Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence' programme contributing to the Mission
