Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: September 16, 2025 (Stage 1) | April 16, 2026 (Stage 2)
Funding Amounts: €6–8 million per project (lump sum); total call budget €40 million; ~5 grants expected; project duration typically 3–5 years
Summary: Supports multinational clinical studies for orphan and highly innovative ("breakthrough") medical devices, including digital and AI-based tools, to advance clinical evidence and innovation in the EU health sector.
Key Information: Requires collaboration across at least two EU or Associated Countries; SMEs encouraged to participate; two-stage application process.