[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

February 1, 2027 | February 2, 2027

€3,000,000 total; typically one grant awarded for the full amount; project duration usually 36–48 months.

Supports development of AI-driven, automated experimentation and data management systems in food research labs to enable autonomous scientific discovery and cross-lab collaboration.

--- ## Description This grant funds research and innovation projects that advance the automation of scientific experimentation in food-related laboratories through the integration of AI-driven decision-making and robust data infrastructures. The aim is to create safe, trustworthy, and closed-loop systems that enhance scientific discovery, efficiency, and reproducibility in existing lab environments. Projects should focus on developing intelligence layers—software and systems—that allow advanced labs to autonomously plan, execute, and analyze experiments, ideally enabling coordination and collaboration across multiple labs without requiring complete laboratory redesigns. Key features include: - AI-driven experimental planning, execution, and analysis - Scalable and secure data storage, processing, and sharing systems - Resource optimization (energy, materials, reagents) - Real-time analytics and predictive maintenance - Intuitive user interfaces and standards for interoperability - Applications in biomass, precision fermentation, and alternative food production technologies International collaboration is encouraged, and while the scope prioritizes software, justified equipment purchases are eligible. --- ## Due Dates - February 1, 2027: Full application submission deadline (as per official calls listing) - February 2, 2027: Full application submission deadline (as per topic page, 17:00 Brussels time) All proposals must be submitted by these dates through the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-RAISE-2027-01-02?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=4&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). --- ## Funding Amount - Total available for this topic: €3,000,000 - Indicative number of grants: 1 (one project is expected to be funded for the full amount) - Project duration: Typically 36–48 months, as negotiated in the grant agreement - Funding rate: 100% of eligible costs for Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) --- ## Eligibility - **Who can apply:** - Consortia of at least three independent legal entities, each established in a different EU Member State or Horizon Europe Associated Country. - Any legal entity (public or private, including universities, research organizations, companies, and NGOs) from eligible countries. - See [General Annex B](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf) for full country eligibility details. - **International partners:** Entities from non-associated third countries may participate but are generally not automatically eligible for EU funding unless specifically justified. - **Special rules:** - Entities from countries under EU restrictive measures, Russia, Belarus, or non-government-controlled territories of Ukraine are not eligible. - Gender Equality Plan (GEP) required for public bodies, research organizations, and higher education institutions from EU Member States and Associated Countries. --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** Applications must be submitted electronically through the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-RAISE-2027-01-02?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=4&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - **Format:** Single-stage submission; use the [standard application form for RIA/IA](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ria-ia_en.pdf). - **Content:** Proposals must include: - Administrative forms (Part A) - Technical description (Part B, max 40 pages) - Plan for exploitation and dissemination of results - Ethics self-assessment and, if applicable, security self-assessment - Supporting documents (e.g., GEP, financial information) - **Evaluation:** Proposals are evaluated on excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation (thresholds apply). - **Notification:** Results typically communicated within 5 months of the deadline; grant agreements signed within 8 months. --- ## Additional Information - **Admissibility:** Proposals must be complete, submitted before the deadline, and comply with page limits and formatting requirements. - **Eligible costs:** Personnel, equipment (if justified), subcontracting, travel, consumables, and indirect costs (25% flat rate). - **Open access:** All research outputs must be made openly accessible, in line with Horizon Europe requirements. - **Ethics & Security:** Projects must comply with EU ethical standards and may be subject to ethics and/or security review. - **Partner search:** The portal provides a [partner search tool](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/partner-search?order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=lastModified&isExactMatch=true&type=ORGANISATION,PERSON&frameworkProgramme=43108390). - **National Contact Points (NCPs):** [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) for guidance and support. --- ## External Links - [Official Topic Page and Submission Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-RAISE-2027-01-02?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=4&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call for Proposals Overview](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/calls-for-proposals?callIdentifier=HORIZON-RAISE-2027-01) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [General Annexes (eligibility, evaluation, etc.)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf) - [Online Manual](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/guidance/om_en.pdf) - [Model Grant Agreement](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/agr-contr/general-mga_horizon-euratom_en.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |--------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Funder General Contact | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Programme/Portal Support | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | Research Policy/Eligibility | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | National Contact Points (NCPs) | [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | ---

Automated Scientific Discovery – Food (RAISE pilot)

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