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

Anticipated: June 2025

Funding varies by project; typically multi-million euro awards over several years.

Supports projects that strengthen research excellence and collaboration across Europe, with a focus on less developed regions and widening participation.

This is a forecasted call under Horizon Europe; details may change before official launch.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, managed by the European Commission under the Horizon Europe programme, aims to enhance the European Research Area (ERA) by supporting initiatives that improve access to research excellence and foster collaboration among institutions. The call is designed to address disparities in research and innovation performance across Europe, promote knowledge sharing, and build the capacity of less developed regions to participate in European and global research networks. Projects funded under this action should contribute to a more cohesive, competitive, and inclusive research landscape across EU member states and associated countries. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated call opening: June 2025 - Anticipated proposal deadline: June 2025 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Award amounts vary depending on project scope and partnership. - Typical grants range from several hundred thousand to several million euros per project, with funding covering multi-year activities. --- ## Eligibility - Open to research organisations, universities, public bodies, and private entities established in EU Member States and Horizon Europe Associated Countries. - Consortia are generally required, with a focus on including partners from less developed regions or "Widening Countries". - Specific eligibility conditions and consortium requirements will be detailed in the official call text upon publication. --- ## Application Process - Full details and application materials will be available on the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-WIDERA-2025-03-ACCESS-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=9&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Applicants must submit proposals electronically via the portal, following the official call documentation and templates. - Proposals will be evaluated based on excellence, impact, and quality of implementation. --- ## Additional Information - The call is managed by the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation. - This grant aligns with EU strategies to reduce disparities in research and innovation across Europe. - Official call text, eligibility criteria, and submission deadlines will be confirmed upon publication. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal – Call Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-WIDERA-2025-03-ACCESS-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=9&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) - [Overview of all EU funding opportunities](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders_en) --- ## 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 | | Portal Support | [EU Funding & Tenders Portal Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) |

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