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

October 8, 2025

Award size typically up to €3–4 million per project; project duration up to 4 years.

Supports ambitious, high-risk, interdisciplinary research projects with breakthrough potential in biotechnology for climate-resilient crops and plant-based biomanufacturing.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, offered through the Horizon Europe programme and managed by the European Commission, supports high-risk, interdisciplinary research and innovation projects under the Pathfinder Challenges initiative. The focus is on advancing breakthrough science and technology in the field of biotechnology for climate-resilient crops and plant-based biomanufacturing. The call encourages bold, collaborative projects that can create new markets or disrupt existing ones, fostering scientific and technological advances at the frontiers of knowledge. --- ## Due Dates - Proposal submission deadline: October 8, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - Typical award: Up to €3–4 million per project - Project duration: Up to 4 years Funding supports collaborative research, with budgets and durations tailored to the scope and ambition of each project. --- ## Eligibility - Open to consortia of at least three independent legal entities from three different EU Member States or Associated Countries. - Organizations may include universities, research institutes, SMEs, industry, and other eligible legal entities. - Proposals must demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach and address the specific challenge topic. For detailed eligibility criteria, consult the official call documentation on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-EIC-2025-PATHFINDERCHALLENGES-01-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Registration on the portal and obtaining a Participant Identification Code (PIC) is required. - Proposals should follow the official template, addressing excellence, impact, and quality of implementation. - Evaluation is conducted by international, independent experts. --- ## Additional Information - The call is highly competitive and seeks proposals with clear potential for transformative impact. - Interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation beyond the state of the art are central evaluation criteria. - Projects should align with the priorities of the Horizon Europe Pathfinder Challenges and the specific challenge topic. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal – Call Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-EIC-2025-PATHFINDERCHALLENGES-01-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission – Horizon Europe](https://commission.europa.eu/research-and-innovation/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe_en) - [Reference Documents and Guidance](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/reference-documents) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |-------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Helpdesk & Support| [EU Funding & Tenders Portal Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) |

Biotech for Climate Resilient Crops and Plant-Based Biomanufacturing

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