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
Teaming for Excellence
Proposals under evaluation
Twinning
Proposals under evaluation
European Excellence Initiative
Proposals under evaluation
Pathways to synergies
Proposals under evaluation
Dissemination and Exploitation Support Facility
Proposals under evaluation
Hop-on facility
Proposals under evaluation
Excellence Hubs
Submit your proposal by 7 March 2024
ERA Chairs
Submit your proposal by 7 March 2024
ERA Fellowships
Proposals under evaluation
ERA Talents
Next call for proposal opens in 2024
Apply for funding
Who should apply
Information on how to compose your project team and find partners
How to apply
Overview of the application process and what types of projects can be funded
Support for applicants
Resources and contact points to help you prepare your proposal
Open science
What you should comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
Gender in EU research and innovation
What to comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
How to manage your project
Grants & reporting
Guidelines on the contractual management of your project and reporting
Communication
Tips and requirements on communicating your project
Dissemination and exploitation
Advice and resources on how to disseminate and exploit your project results
News
Six online courses to boost your skills and knowledge
Looking to learn new skills and expand your knowledge? Check out our list of online courses developed by EU-funded research projects that will make you stand out.
Science Communication: how social media can effectively boost your research project
We talked to two EU-funded research projects active on social media about the challenges and opportunities various online platforms present. The projects provided tips on how social media can increase the impact and reach for your research!
Polish research centre unlocks the potential of mRNA treatments
The potential for mRNA goes well beyond the COVID-19 vaccine.
Traineeships at REA: key insights and how to apply
A Blue Book traineeship at the European Research Executive Agency (REA) allows you to gain first-hand knowledge of EU-funded projects and the European Commission’s key policy priorities. Get key insights from our previous trainees.
Publications
Communicating about your research project using social media
How to make the most of your research project with social media
The European Year of Skills
Fostering skills development in the EU for more sustainable, resilient, and fair societies
EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters”: European Research Executive Agency contributing to the Mission
EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters”: European Research Executive Agency contributing to the Mission
EU Mission on Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities: European Research Executive Agency contributing to the Mission
EU Mission on Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities: European Research Executive Agency contributing to the Mission