What is the Horizon Europe Program?

The goals of the Horizon Europe Program;
1. To elevate the European Union scientifically and technologically,
2. To enhance Europe’s innovation capacity, competitiveness, and employment, and to meet societal priorities,
3. To sustain Europe’s socio-economic model and values.

The structure of the Horizon Europe Program is organized under 3 components in a manner similar to the Horizon 2020 Program. These 3 components are Scientific Excellence, Global Challenges and Industrial Competitiveness, and Innovative Europe. It is planned for the subprograms to be compatible and integrative with each other and other Union Programs. The concepts of open science and open innovation will be applied to the entire Program.

Scientific Excellence (28.8 Billion Euros)

• European Research Council
• MSCA Actions
• Research Infrastructures

Global Challenges and Industrial Competitiveness (52.7 Billion Euros)

• Clusters
- Health (7.9 Billion Euros)
- Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Societies (2.3 Billion Euros)
- Civil Security
- Digital, Industry and Space
- Climate, Energy and Mobility
- Food, Bioeconomy,
- Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment

• Joint Research Centre

Innovative Europe (13.6 Billion Euros)

• European Innovation Council
• European Innovation Ecosystem
• European Institute of Innovation and Technology

Strengthening Participation and ERA

• Sharing and Dissemination of Excellence
• Reform and Development of the European Research and Innovation System

HORIZON Europe Missions

• Climate Change Mission
• Cancer Mission
• Soil Health and Food Mission
• Carbon-Free and Smart Cities Mission
• Healthy Oceans, Seas and Waters Mission

What is the Duration of the HORIZON EUROPE Program?

The Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe Program) will be in effect between 2021-2027.

How Long Does a Funded Project in the HORIZON EUROPE Program Last?

Typical R&D projects under the Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe) framework last between 3 to 5 years, except for the 2-year EIC Accelerator grant.

What is the Budget for the HORIZON EUROPE Program?

The budget of Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe), the ninth framework program established to finance research and innovation, is €95.5 billion. This budget is divided into 3 pillars and 1 horizontal focus area.

What Opportunities Does the HORIZON EUROPE Program Offer?

The Horizon Europe program, which will be carried out over a seven-year period (2021-2027) with a budget of €95.5 billion, has the status of the most comprehensive framework program for research and innovation in the European Union to date. Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe) offers significant opportunities, especially for start-ups, SMEs, and large companies that want to collaborate internationally, scale innovative products and services, and commercialize them.

How Should a Successful HORIZON EUROPE Project Proposal Be Structured?

The basis of writing a successful proposal for the Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe) program lies in determining the right call proposal. You must ensure that both your legal entity and project idea fit well, particularly concerning the 'Eligibility Criteria' and financial framework.

• First; the primary headings that you need to consider for each call are as follows;
- Expected impact,
- Scope,
- Type of Call

• Secondly; it is necessary to create a strong consortium structure.

• Thirdly, you need to prepare a correct project proposal that clearly demonstrates that your project idea aligns ideally with the call you are applying for.

To submit a successful Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe) proposal, you can receive support from the experienced team of ODS Consulting Group, especially in Framework Programs, or you can take the first step by registering and downloading our HORIZON Europe (Horizon Europe) Guide for free.

How Can I Prepare a Stronger HORIZON EUROPE Project Proposal?

The Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe) program has goals that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the European Green Deal Action Plan. Therefore, ensuring that project proposals are in line with both the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the European Green Deal Action Plan will strengthen your project proposal.

The UN Sustainable Development Goals are as follows;
- No poverty,
- Zero Hunger,
- Healthy and Quality Life,
- Quality Education,
- Gender Equality,
- Clean Water and Sanitation,
- Affordable and Clean Energy,
- Decent Work and Economic Growth,
- Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure,
- Reduced Inequalities,
- Sustainable Cities and Communities,
- Responsible Consumption and Production,
- Climate Action,
- Life Below Water,
- Life on Land,
- Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions,
- Partnerships for the Goals

The targets of the European Green Deal Action Plan are as follows;
- To be the first continent with zero carbon emissions by 2050,
- To reduce carbon emissions by 55% by 2030 compared to 1990,
- The green transformation and sustainable adaptation of transport, energy production, manufacturing facilities, and construction sector,
- Sustainable food policies and ensuring biodiversity.

How Can I Find Partners for the HORIZON EUROPE Program?

All Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe) projects require a consortium-based structure. By definition, a consortium must have partners from at least three different countries (EU member states, associated countries, or related countries). Although 3 partners are technically sufficient to apply for a project, we recommend applying with a consortium made up of more than 3 partners. Besides having a good project proposal text, it is also very important to create a relevant and strong consortium that is directly tied to the project proposal and work packages.

The ability of the consortium structure to implement the project as required and respond to the call for proposals constitutes an important phase of the proposal evaluation.

Since selected partners will work together throughout the funded project, the right partners should be chosen from the start. Therefore, selecting the right members is critically important.

With the International Network Development Consultancy service offered by ODS, we help you conduct cluster memberships and partner searches/partnership application processes suitable for your company and project in the best way possible with our expert team.

By registering for free through this link, you can have the chance to be informed about possible Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe) project partnership calls. You can also be informed about networking and development events we organize throughout the year to meet with potential project partners.

Who Can Apply for the Horizon Europe Industry R&D Projects Support Program?

Within the framework of the Horizon Europe program, in addition to calls that can be applied predominantly with multinational partnership structures, there are subprograms that support the R&D and innovation capacities of SMEs, allowing individuals to apply independently.

What is the Amount of Support and Support Rate for Horizon Europe?

● In the program that facilitates partnerships with significant European institutions and enables participation in large-scale collaborative projects, Turkey gained momentum in the last two years. With the results of the calls announced this year, a total of €267.1 million in grant aid has returned to Turkey, surpassing the contribution amount paid in the EU Framework Programs for the first time.

How to Apply for Horizon Europe?

Providing around €95.5 billion in funding over 7 years (2021-2027), the Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe) program is the largest EU Research and Innovation program. This funding program finances international collaboration projects where partners can come from academia, industry, SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises), large-scale companies, and any other type of legal entity.

The main focus of the Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe) program, which is the 9th Framework Program, lies in the areas of climate change and digital transformation within the context of significant societal changes.

Horizon Europe (Horizon Europe) is not only a corporate success but also an international funding mechanism that enables companies to experience sustainability, grow, scale, deliver high-standard services, and launch new products.

The HORIZON Europe (HORIZON EUROPE) Program is established on three main components: 'Scientific Excellence', 'Global Challenges and Industrial Competitiveness', and 'Innovative Europe'. Furthermore, missions have been created within the 9th Framework Program Horizon Europe (HORIZON EUROPE) to communicate it better at the societal level and to be assessed with more measurable goals.

Applications are accepted through TÜBİTAK’s own website. Applications are approved on TÜBİTAK’s site. After application approval, a waiting period of 7 calendar days is required for the electronic signature process. Once the application steps are completed, the “Finalize Application” button must be pressed to initiate the e-signature process, and it must be ensured that the e-signature process is completed before the specified application deadline; otherwise, the application will be considered incomplete and will not be evaluated.

It is essential to ensure timely application to Electronic Certificate Service Providers designated by the Information Technologies and Communications Authority for obtaining NES (Qualified Electronic Certificate), and this progress is the responsibility of project implementers.

Documents added to the electronic application system during the application should not be sent as printed copies in addition.