‘Proof of market’ to improve valorisation and commercialisation of Horizon generated R&I results (IA) - European Commission
Supports small consortia in commercialising Horizon Europe Cluster 4 or LEIT research results through technology demonstration, market validation, and IP consolidation.
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Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: February 2, 2027 (Full application deadline, 17:00 Brussels time)
Funding Amounts: ~€200,000 per grant; total topic budget €5,000,000; approx. 25 grants expected
Summary: Funds small consortia to commercialise Horizon Europe research results through market validation, technology demonstration, and IP consolidation.
Key Information: Applicants must have access to, or rights over, Horizon Europe/2020 Cluster 4 or LEIT project results.
Description
This grant supports small consortia—particularly spin-offs, startups, and SMEs—in valorising and commercialising research results generated under Horizon Europe’s Cluster 4 ‘Digital, Industry and Space’ or its predecessor, the Leadership in Enabling and Industrial Technologies (LEIT) from Horizon 2020. The funding is intended to help bridge the gap between research and market by supporting activities such as technology demonstration, market analysis, innovation potential verification, user testing, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property (IP) consolidation. Proposals must focus on achieved results from eligible Horizon projects, clearly outline a pathway to market, and involve at least one business partner with a credible commercial exploitation strategy.
