Atom | Accelerating Physical AI: Embodied Intelligence for the Next Frontier of AI-Powered Robotics

Due Dates: February 26, 2026

Funding Amounts: €6,000,000 total budget (2026); typical grant around €300,000; approx. 10 grants expected

Summary: Supports disruptive Physical AI and robotics innovations for autonomous, intelligent, and ethically aligned real-world systems.

Key Information: Single-stage application; prototype (TRL 4+) and end-user engagement required.

Accelerating Physical AI: Embodied Intelligence for the Next Frontier of AI-Powered Robotics - European Commission