Supports building a sustainable European innovation ecosystem led by culture and creativity, strengthening the role of creative industries in innovation and economic growth.
Funds research to validate and scale the positive health and well-being impacts of cultural and creative experiences, aiming for evidence-based, widely adoptable practices across Europe.
Funds research to harness culture and creativity for advancing the circular economy in Europe, with a focus on crafts, heritage, food, and design.
Funds research to integrate social economy principles into Europe’s cultural and creative sectors, aiming for sustainable growth, quality jobs, and measurable social impact.
Funds industry-led consortia to research and deploy innovative clean tech for net-zero energy, advanced power, and storage solutions to boost EU industry sustainability and competitiveness.
This grant supports research on how cultural heritage strengthens social resilience, inclusion, and identity in Europe, focusing on youth, gender, and the links between cohesion and security.