Under Horizon Europe, the European Commission funds research and innovation projects to strengthen research and innovation across Europe.
The 'Widening participation and spreading excellence' sub-programme contributes to building research and innovation capacity for countries lagging behind, in line with the policy objectives of the European Research Area.
Funding opportunities
This call closed on 10 April 2025
This call closed on 28 September 2023
This call closed on 12 April 2023
This call closed on 28 September 2023
This call closed on 28 September 2023
This call closed on 26 September 2024
This call closed on 7 March 2024
This call closed on 7 March 2024
This call closed on 13 September 2023
This call closed on 26 September 2024
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Information on how to compose your project team and find partners
Overview of the application process and what types of projects can be funded
Resources and contact points to help you prepare your proposal
Tips to help you find partners when applying for Horizon Europe funding
What you should comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
What to comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
Free-of-charge proposal pre-screening for eligible applicants from Widening countries
How to manage your project
Comply with the conditions defined in your grant agreement
Tips and requirements on communicating your project
Advice and resources on how to disseminate and exploit your project results
Guidelines on the contractual management of your project and reporting
How to effectively inform policymakers of your findings and maximise your policy impact
News
The European Commission has launched two consultations on the future European Strategy for Artificial Intelligence in Science: a Call for Evidence, and a targeted questionnaire for researchers and the broader research and innovation community. Contribute by 5 June 2025.
This new dissemination and exploitation service supports projects in Widening countries, associated countries and outermost regions to turn their scientific results into sustainable products and solutions for the public.
The six EU Executive Agencies play a key role in implementing major EU-funded programmes. Every three years, these agencies undergo a thorough evaluation to ensure they are providing the best services to you.
A Commission Communication outlining the key policy and budgetary challenges that will shape the the next EU long-term budget is now available.
Publications
EU Mission on Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities: 'Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence' programme contributing to the Mission
EU Mission on Cancer: 'Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence' programme contributing to the Mission
EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters”: 'Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence' programme contributing to the Mission
EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change: 'Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence' programme contributing to the Mission
EU Mission “A Soil Deal for Europe”: 'Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence' programme contributing to the Mission
63 new EU-funded projects under the Teaming, Excellence Hubs, and ERA Chair actions will start their activity, advancing research and innovation in Widening countries.