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

April 14, 2026

Approx. €2,000,000 total budget; typically one grant awarded; lump sum funding.

Funds a central hub to coordinate and monitor microbiome research and innovation across the EU, supporting policy and fostering synergies with a One Health focus.

--- ## Description This opportunity supports the establishment of a central hub that will act as a resource centre and monitoring body for microbiome research and innovation (R&I) and the regulatory landscape in the EU. The project aims to map ongoing and past microbiome projects, research infrastructures, and initiatives, identify overlaps, synergies, and gaps, and foster integration and coordination between member states and associated countries. The hub will provide guidance for policymakers on the interconnections between microbiomes, human health, climate, environment, agriculture, and food systems, emphasizing the One Health perspective. Collaboration with ongoing EU-funded initiatives is expected to ensure coordinated action, avoid duplication, and maximize financial synergies while monitoring the impact of microbiome R&I on populations, the environment, biodiversity, and the EU economy. --- ## Due Dates - April 14, 2026: Full application submission deadline (by 17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Total indicative budget: €2,000,000 (HORIZON-CSA Coordination and Support Action) - Expected number of grants: 1 - Funding is provided as a lump sum grant under Horizon Europe rules. --- ## Eligibility - Open to legal entities established in EU Member States and countries associated with Horizon Europe (see [Annex B of the Work Programme General Annexes](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)). - Proposals must be submitted by a consortium meeting the minimum requirements set out in the Horizon Europe rules (typically at least three independent legal entities from different eligible countries). - Some non-EU/non-associated countries may participate with their own funding; see the [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) for details. - Applicants must demonstrate financial and operational capacity. --- ## Application Process - Single-stage submission process via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2026-02-FARM2FORK-12?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=9&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Submission system opens January 14, 2026. - Proposals must follow the page limits and layout described in the application form and [Annex A/E of the Work Programme General Annexes](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). - Evaluation criteria, scoring, and thresholds are detailed in [Annex D](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). - Proposals must be submitted through the online system by the deadline. --- ## Additional Information - The action is a Coordination and Support Action (CSA) with a lump sum grant model. - The project is expected to deliver a "one-stop-shop" for microbiome R&I, including databases, best practices, risk assessments, and policy briefs. - Proposals must address all activities listed in the call text, including mapping, coordination, collaboration, and impact monitoring. - For further details, consult the [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) and linked annexes. --- ## External Links - [Call Details and Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2026-02-FARM2FORK-12?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=9&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes (2026-2027)](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) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [Online Manual for Applicants](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [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) --- ## Contact Information | Service/Contact | Link/Details | |-------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [European Commission Contact](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Research Enquiry Service | [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) | | IT Helpdesk | [Portal IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | Telephone | +32 2 299 11 11 |

Leveraging R&I knowledge on microbiome - European Commission

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