EUROPEAN R&I PROGRAMS
The European R&I Programs Unit aims to increase national participation in European Research & Innovation (R&I) programs and platforms, particularly in the pillars related to Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness (Pillar II) and Innovative Europe (Pillar III) of Horizon Europe, in the EUREKA program, and in the initiatives of the Enterprise Europe Network.
It also seeks to leverage national representation in key initiatives at the European level, in the discussion of strategic R&I dossiers, and to drive the implementation of innovation policies in alignment with European policies.
Finally, it aims to boost the competitiveness of national innovative companies, particularly in deep-tech, and to promote the dynamization of innovative ecosystems.
MAIN INITIATIVES UNDERWAY
HORIZON EUROPE
Horizon Europe is the European Union’s main funding program for research and innovation, succeeding Horizon 2020. Horizon Europe, which runs from 2021 to 2027, has a total budget of approximately €95.5 billion and aims to promote scientific excellence, support innovation, and address global challenges, including climate change and sustainable development.
DIGITAL EUROPE PROGRAM
The Digital Europe Program (DIGITAL) is part of the European Union’s 2021-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework. It aims to implement digital technologies in a scalable and sustainable way, reinforcing Europe’s competitiveness and strategic autonomy.
ANI is the Coordinator of the National Delegation to the Digital Europe Program.
EUREKA NETWORK
The world’s largest public network for international R&D and innovation collaboration, present in more than 45 countries. The goal of the Eureka Network is to promote the growth of start-ups, SMEs, large companies, research centers, and universities through funding and support for international R&D cooperation and by providing services to prepare for access to investment.
EEN – ENTERPRISE EUROPE NETWORK
ANI has been a member of the Enterprise Europe Network since its inception and is particularly focused on supporting technology-based partnerships and enhancing the value of R&D and innovation project results.
EUROPEAN RESEARCH AREA
The European Research Area (ERA) was launched in 2000 in the context of the Lisbon Strategy to address the issue of fragmentation in European R&I systems.
OTHER INITIATIVES
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
KEY INDICATORS
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