Open topic: Impact-driven research on realising the full potential of cultural heritage, arts and cultural and creative industries funds researchers advancing sustainable innovation or European belonging.
Societal impact of cultural heritage supports research teams studying how heritage shapes civic engagement and collective memory to strengthen inclusion, democratic values and societal resilience.
Re-imagining the creative economy: the interplay between the cultural and creative sectors and industries and the social economy supports researchers testing hybrid business models for sustainable, quality creative jobs.
Culture, heritage and creative industries for health and well-being supports research teams developing validated cultural practices to strengthen culture’s contribution to mental and physical health.
Future-proofing sustainable cultural tourism supports research teams exploring ethical AI or community-centred tourism models to advance regenerative sustainability, inclusion and better working conditions.
Towards a consolidated culture and creativity driven European innovation ecosystem supports cultural and creative industries through coordination to strengthen sustainable innovation across sectors.