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

November 13, 2025 (pre-proposals) | April 13, 2026 (full proposals)

€35,642,584 total available; project sizes and durations vary by national/regional rules

Supports transnational research and innovation projects improving water security and health through collaborative, multidisciplinary approaches across Europe.

--- ## Description This opportunity funds collaborative, transnational research and innovation projects that address the intersection of water security and human health. The call is part of the Water4All European Partnership under Horizon Europe, aiming to advance scientific knowledge, innovative solutions, and policy recommendations for sustainable water resources and public health protection. Projects are expected to foster multidisciplinary research and partnerships, targeting challenges related to water quality, access, management, and their impacts on human health. --- ## Due Dates - **Pre-proposals deadline:** November 13, 2025, 02:00 (Brussels time) - **Full proposals deadline:** April 13, 2026, 02:00 (Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - **Total available funding:** €35,642,584 - **Award size/duration:** Varies according to national/regional regulations of participating Funding Partner Organisations (FPOs). Each partner in a consortium must comply with their respective FPO's funding limits and rules. --- ## Eligibility - **Consortium requirement:** Projects must be transnational, involving partners from at least three different countries participating in the call. - **Eligible applicants:** Universities, research organizations, public authorities, and private sector entities located in countries whose FPOs participate in the call. - **National/regional rules:** Each participating partner must adhere to the specific eligibility and funding rules of their respective FPO, detailed in the [National/Regional Regulations](https://www.water4all-partnership.eu/joint-activities/water4all-2025-joint-transnational-call-pre-announcement). - **Early Career Researcher (ECR) modality:** Specific provisions exist for ECR-led consortia. --- ## Application Process - **Two-step submission:** - Step 1: Pre-proposal submission (required for all applicants) - Step 2: Invitation-only full proposal submission for selected consortia - **Submission portal:** All proposals must be submitted electronically via the [Electronic Proposal Submission System](https://proposals.etag.ee/water4all/2025). - **Templates and guidelines:** Available on the [Water4All Partnership website](https://www.water4all-partnership.eu/joint-activities/water4all-2025-joint-transnational-call-pre-announcement). - **Evaluation:** Proposals are evaluated in two stages by an international panel based on excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation. Thresholds apply at each stage (see guidelines for scoring details). --- ## Additional Information - Applicants are strongly advised to consult both the Call Announcement and the national/regional regulations before preparing a proposal. - High submission traffic is expected near deadlines; early submission is highly recommended. - Funding decisions strictly follow the ranking established by the evaluation panel until funds are exhausted. --- ## External Links - [Call page and official documents (EU Funding & Tenders Portal)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/11683?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Water4All Partnership call information and guidelines](https://www.water4all-partnership.eu/joint-activities/water4all-2025-joint-transnational-call-pre-announcement) - [Electronic Proposal Submission System](https://proposals.etag.ee/water4all/2025) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | IT Helpdesk | [EU Funding & Tenders Portal Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) | ---

Water4All 2025 Joint Transnational Call “Water and health”

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