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

April 20, 2026 | April 21, 2026

€15,000,000 total; max €60,000 per third-party beneficiary; typically 1 grant awarded

Supports networks of leading European labs to advance collaborative AI-driven scientific research and innovation across strategic domains.

Single-stage application; at least half of consortium must have strong AI-for-science track record.

--- ## Description This Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Action (RIA) aims to establish thematic networks of excellence among top research labs across Europe, dedicated to advancing scientific research through artificial intelligence (AI). The initiative is part of the Resource for AI Science in Europe (RAISE) pilot, functioning as a virtual institute to pool talent, coordinate strategic research agendas, and address grand scientific challenges using AI. Activities include collaborative research, talent and knowledge exchange, development of community standards, data/model sharing, and fostering industry partnerships for uptake of scientific outcomes. Integration with social sciences and humanities is encouraged where relevant, and synergies with existing Horizon Europe projects are promoted. --- ## Due Dates - April 20, 2026: Full application submission deadline (Calls for proposals listing) - April 21, 2026: Full application submission deadline (Topic details, single-stage, 17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Total call budget: €15,000,000 - Expected number of grants: 1 - Financial support to third parties (FSTP): up to €60,000 per beneficiary (must be based in an EU Member State or Associated Country) - Core consortium activities must represent at least 85% of the total grant - Project duration and detailed budget to be proposed by applicants --- ## Eligibility - Open to consortia of leading European research labs with strong experience in applying AI to scientific research. - At least half of consortium members must have a proven track record in innovative AI for science. - FSTP recipients must be in an EU Member State or Associated Country. - Consortia are encouraged to involve expertise in Social Sciences and Humanities as appropriate. - Proposals must focus exclusively on civil applications. --- ## Application Process - Single-stage submission via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-RAISE-2026-01-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=9&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Use the [standard application form for HE RIA/IA](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ria-ia_en.pdf). - Proposals must include both Part A (administrative forms) and Part B (technical narrative, max 40 pages). - FSTP work packages must detail selection processes and conditions for third-party support. - All required documents and templates are available via the submission system. --- ## Additional Information - Proposals should develop synergies with ongoing Horizon Europe projects in the same field. - Evaluation criteria include excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation (see [evaluation form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/ef/ef_he-ria-ia_en.pdf)). - All activities must comply with Horizon Europe ethical, legal, and financial requirements. - For FSTP, a maximum of €60,000 per third-party, with transparent, open selection processes (see [FSTP guidance](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/information-on-financial-support-to-third-parties_he_en.docx)). - Guidance on clinical studies, if applicable, is provided [here](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/information-on-clinical-studies_he_en.docx). --- ## External Links - [Topic Details & Submission Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-RAISE-2026-01-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=9&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Calls for Proposals Overview](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/calls-for-proposals?callIdentifier=HORIZON-RAISE-2026-01) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [General Annexes & Rules](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) - [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Details | |------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General EC Contact | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | National Contact Points| [National Contact Points Directory](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | Research Enquiry | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | IT Helpdesk | [Portal IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | ---

Thematic Networks of Excellence for AI in Science (RAISE pilot) (RIA)

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