This document summarizes a workshop on applying for funding under the Horizon 2020 program. It discusses the goals of strengthening participation in energy research, development, and innovation. Key services provided by the NICP Energy network are described, including improving knowledge of funding opportunities and supporting proposal development. An overview of the Horizon 2020 application process is given. Several example funded projects involving Northern Ireland partners are summarized, covering areas like renewable energy, energy storage, and waste recycling. [/SUMMARY]
This document provides an overview of the Horizon 2020 program and funding opportunities for engineering projects. It discusses the main pillars and societal challenges covered by Horizon 2020, including key enabling technologies. Specific examples are given of funded projects involving universities and companies in Northern Ireland, such as in composite materials, sustainable concrete, and low impact solvents. Upcoming calls and events are also listed, such as the NMP call on January 19th and the EuroNanoForum conference in June 2017. National funding opportunities through the Innovation Voucher program are briefly described.
This document provides an overview and introduction to Horizon 2020, the EU's research and innovation program. It discusses key aspects of Horizon 2020 including its goals, funding areas, participation requirements, and application process. The presentation agenda is outlined which covers topics such as eligibility, finding project partners, evaluation criteria, and how to become an expert evaluator. Evaluation criteria focus on excellence, quality of implementation, and impact. Statistics on the first 100 Horizon 2020 calls are also presented showing application volumes and success rates.
This document provides an overview of the Marie Curie Actions funding program. It discusses the UK National Contact Point which provides advice on applying for Marie Curie grants. It describes the different types of Marie Curie grants including Intra-European Fellowships, International Incoming Fellowships, and International Outgoing Fellowships. The document also summarizes the eligibility criteria, evaluation process, and financial aspects of the Marie Curie grants.
An introduction to Horizon 2020 with some further descriptive notes and a rough breakdown of the draft work programmes from a Art, Design and Social Sciences perspective
The document provides details about an upcoming webinar on Horizon 2020 cascade funding opportunities. It includes an agenda with presentations from various projects offering cascade funding, including agROBOfood, Block.IS, BlockStart, DAPSI and others. Participants are asked to mute their audio and use the chat or Q&A functions for any technical issues or questions. The webinar will be recorded.
This document summarizes a workshop on applying for funding under the Horizon 2020 program. It discusses the goals of strengthening participation in energy research, development, and innovation. Key services provided by the NICP Energy network are described, including improving knowledge of funding opportunities and supporting proposal development. An overview of the Horizon 2020 application process is given. Several example funded projects involving Northern Ireland partners are summarized, covering areas like renewable energy, energy storage, and waste recycling. [/SUMMARY]
This document provides an overview of the Horizon 2020 program and funding opportunities for engineering projects. It discusses the main pillars and societal challenges covered by Horizon 2020, including key enabling technologies. Specific examples are given of funded projects involving universities and companies in Northern Ireland, such as in composite materials, sustainable concrete, and low impact solvents. Upcoming calls and events are also listed, such as the NMP call on January 19th and the EuroNanoForum conference in June 2017. National funding opportunities through the Innovation Voucher program are briefly described.
This document provides an overview and introduction to Horizon 2020, the EU's research and innovation program. It discusses key aspects of Horizon 2020 including its goals, funding areas, participation requirements, and application process. The presentation agenda is outlined which covers topics such as eligibility, finding project partners, evaluation criteria, and how to become an expert evaluator. Evaluation criteria focus on excellence, quality of implementation, and impact. Statistics on the first 100 Horizon 2020 calls are also presented showing application volumes and success rates.
This document provides an overview of the Marie Curie Actions funding program. It discusses the UK National Contact Point which provides advice on applying for Marie Curie grants. It describes the different types of Marie Curie grants including Intra-European Fellowships, International Incoming Fellowships, and International Outgoing Fellowships. The document also summarizes the eligibility criteria, evaluation process, and financial aspects of the Marie Curie grants.
An introduction to Horizon 2020 with some further descriptive notes and a rough breakdown of the draft work programmes from a Art, Design and Social Sciences perspective
The document provides details about an upcoming webinar on Horizon 2020 cascade funding opportunities. It includes an agenda with presentations from various projects offering cascade funding, including agROBOfood, Block.IS, BlockStart, DAPSI and others. Participants are asked to mute their audio and use the chat or Q&A functions for any technical issues or questions. The webinar will be recorded.
SMEs Support & Financial Instruments in HORIZON 2020 - J.D Malo - Presentatio...ISERD Israel
Horizon 2020 Launch Event in Israel - Presentation of Jean-David Mשךםת Head of Unit SMEs, Financial- instruments and State Aid, DG Research and Innovation, European Commission
FP7 Specific Programme People (March 2007)CPN_Africa
The document summarizes the Specific Programme "People" of the Seventh Framework Programme (FP7). It discusses three main objectives: 1) Create conditions for researcher mobility without obstacles, 2) Enhance the attractiveness of research careers in Europe, and 3) Finance researcher training, mobility, and career development. Several funding actions are mentioned, including Marie Curie Networks, Fellowships, and Industry-Academia Partnerships, with various calls and deadlines provided.
The document summarizes the Open Data Incubator Europe (ODINE) program, which provides funding and support to startups working with open data. Specifically:
- ODINE has supported 51 startups, generated over €8 million in sales and investment, and created 200+ jobs.
- It is a Horizon 2020 project that provides €5.5 million in grants over 2 years to support 50-70 startups across the EU.
- Eligible startups are from EU countries, associated countries, and have a 6 month incubator program providing funding, mentoring, and other resources.
Eurostars is a joint programme supporting R&D performing small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). It is co-funded from the national budgets of 36 Eurostars countries and by the European Union through Horizon 2020.
Eurostars has been carefully developed to meet the specific needs of SMEs. With its bottom-up approach, it stimulates international collaborative research and innovation projects that will be rapidly commercialised.
Eurostars is an ideal first step in international cooperation, enabling small businesses to realise the many benefits of working beyond national frontiers. Participation in a Eurostars project can become a passport to growth, further innovation, an opening to new global markets and even greater business success.
Propose your project idea: https://www.eurostars-eureka.eu/
The EU Framework Programme "HORIZON 2020" is an €80 billion research and innovation funding programme for 2014-2020 that aims to strengthen the EU's global position in research and technology. It focuses on societal challenges like health, energy, and transport through projects that couple research and innovation. Eligible participants include companies, universities, and institutes from EU countries and beyond.
This deck presents funding opportunities for researchers under the Marie Sklodowska-Curie programme. It is open to all nationalities and all career stages who want to undertake an individual project abroad or create a training network. This presentation also shows statistics from 2014 calls, as well as a few hints as to "how to prepare a winning proposal".
The document provides statistics and evaluations on participation in the Marie Curie Actions (MCA) under the Seventh Framework Programme (FP7) by organizations in the North-East region. It shows that over 100 organizations from the region participated in various MCAs, receiving over 32 million Euros in funding. The MCAs achieved over 60,000 researchers financed and over 10,000 PhDs supported under FP7. Evaluations of the MCAs found that they strengthened collaborations and career development opportunities for researchers.
Horizon 2020 proposals place greater emphasis on impact and innovation. Calls are more open and challenge-based, allowing innovative solutions. Proposals may combine different fields and actors. Evaluation focuses on a project's potential contribution rather than recommended changes. Cross-cutting issues like social sciences and gender are integrated across activities.
Applying for Eurostars - Innovative SME funding programmeEUREKA Secretariat
All the information you need to know if you are applying to the Eurostars funding programme.
Go to: https://www.eurekanetwork.org/open-calls/?programme=eurostars&country=all
The document discusses research and development (R&D) funding models, including:
- The concepts of R&D, R&D&i, and how R&D&i is carried out and funded in both the public and private sectors.
- Major sources of R&D funding including Horizon 2020, national R&D plans, and regional government plans.
- The structure of university research and how it is funded through public and private means.
The document provides an overview of Horizon 2020, the EU's €80 billion research and innovation program. It discusses who can participate in Horizon 2020, how to apply, the application process, finding partners, and evaluation criteria. Horizon 2020 aims to fund excellent science, industrial leadership, and address societal challenges. In the first year, over 36,000 proposals were submitted requesting €80 billion in total, with over 4,000 proposals selected for funding and a success rate of around 14%.
The document discusses the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) under the Horizon 2020 program. The MSCA will have a proposed budget of €5.75 billion from 2014-2020 to support training and career development of researchers through international and inter-sector collaboration. The key activities will include Innovative Training Networks for early-stage researchers, Individual Fellowships to support mobility, and Research and Innovation Staff Exchange to facilitate transfer of knowledge. The MSCA will also support regional, national and international co-funding programs through COFUND. The goals are to foster excellence, boost innovation, enhance skills, and increase structural impact of research and innovation throughout Europe and beyond.
Eurostars is a joint programme supporting R&D performing small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). It is co-funded from the national budgets of 34 Eurostars countries and by the European Union through Horizon 2020.
Eurostars has been carefully developed to meet the specific needs of SMEs. With its bottom-up approach, it stimulates international collaborative research and innovation projects that will be rapidly commercialised.
Eurostars is an ideal first step in international cooperation, enabling small businesses to realise the many benefits of working beyond national frontiers. Participation in a Eurostars project can become a passport to growth, further innovation, an opening to new global markets and even greater business success.
Propose your project idea: https://www.eurostars-eureka.eu/
The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) is a Europe-wide network that supports small and medium sized businesses. It has over 4000 staff members across 600 offices in 55 countries. The presentation discusses the EEN consortium in England, Northern Ireland and Wales, which is funded by the European Commission and Innovate UK. The consortium includes universities, chambers of commerce, and other partners. It aims to help businesses innovate through international collaboration, commercialize ideas, access funding for R&D projects, and more. Specific support offered by the EEN includes providing information and advice, skills training, identifying collaboration opportunities and partners, and coaching/mentoring.
#FIWAREPamplona - Training Day - European Public Funding Opportunities for SMEsMiguel García González
This document provides information on various European public funding opportunities for SMEs, including Horizon 2020. It describes Horizon 2020's structure, funding instruments, and opportunities for SMEs, such as the SME Instrument to support innovation projects. It also outlines other exceptions like the Fast Track to Innovation topic and PhD recruitment programs to support hiring researchers. Other funding opportunities discussed include Urban Innovation Actions led by cities and Lighthouse projects in Smart Cities.
This document discusses the ACE Creative project which received €1 million in funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 programme. The project will provide customized support programs to 100 ICT-driven creative SMEs to help them connect with clients, investors, and international business networks to accelerate their growth. It will also organize international bootcamps and networking events to connect participating SMEs with relevant contacts and opportunities across Europe. The overall goal is to stimulate innovation and market access for creative SMEs utilizing advanced ICT technologies.
This document provides information about the International Open Data Conference (IODC) 2016. The IODC is an annual global conference that brings together the open data community to advance open data initiatives. The 2016 conference will be held in Madrid, Spain in October 2016. It will focus on how open data can drive social and economic impact by achieving global goals locally. The document outlines how to participate through presenting case studies, hosting sessions, or contributing to an open data roadmap. It provides timelines and contact information for getting involved.
The document provides information about Switzerland's education, research, and innovation (ERI) sector. It notes that Switzerland has a highly educated population, favorable conditions for businesses, and spends over 5% of its GDP on education and 3% on research and development. It describes key features of the Swiss ERI system including its federal structure, equal prestige given to academic and vocational education, research universities, and openness to international cooperation. Over 50% of students are enrolled in top global universities and Switzerland ranks highly in international scientific impact and collaboration. The document outlines Switzerland's international ERI strategy and cooperation programs with priority countries like Russia in research, innovation, and education.
The document is a question asking about how the EU interprets its nationality quotas for sporting competitions like the World Cup. Specifically, it asks whether England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales count as separate nations under these quotas, or if they are considered as one nation of Britain/Great Britain.
The document discusses creating a culture for technological innovation through the ISCTE-IUL MIT Portugal Venture Competition. The competition aims to provide funding, coaching and access to investors for early-stage technology ventures. It focuses on four technology tracks and targets startups under 5 years old. Winners can receive up to €400,000 in funding and support to help them commercialize their ideas. The goal is to help innovative projects overcome obstacles to reach global markets and make connections between academia and industry in Portugal.
Jornada informativa organizada el 14 de noviembre de 2017 sobre las convocatorias ITN dentro del programa MSCA de Horizonte 2020. El evento, celebrado en la Universidad de Málaga (UMA), fue organizado por la Agencia Andaluza del Conocimiento en colaboración con la Oficina Europea del MINEICO y la UMA.
SMEs Support & Financial Instruments in HORIZON 2020 - J.D Malo - Presentatio...ISERD Israel
Horizon 2020 Launch Event in Israel - Presentation of Jean-David Mשךםת Head of Unit SMEs, Financial- instruments and State Aid, DG Research and Innovation, European Commission
FP7 Specific Programme People (March 2007)CPN_Africa
The document summarizes the Specific Programme "People" of the Seventh Framework Programme (FP7). It discusses three main objectives: 1) Create conditions for researcher mobility without obstacles, 2) Enhance the attractiveness of research careers in Europe, and 3) Finance researcher training, mobility, and career development. Several funding actions are mentioned, including Marie Curie Networks, Fellowships, and Industry-Academia Partnerships, with various calls and deadlines provided.
The document summarizes the Open Data Incubator Europe (ODINE) program, which provides funding and support to startups working with open data. Specifically:
- ODINE has supported 51 startups, generated over €8 million in sales and investment, and created 200+ jobs.
- It is a Horizon 2020 project that provides €5.5 million in grants over 2 years to support 50-70 startups across the EU.
- Eligible startups are from EU countries, associated countries, and have a 6 month incubator program providing funding, mentoring, and other resources.
Eurostars is a joint programme supporting R&D performing small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). It is co-funded from the national budgets of 36 Eurostars countries and by the European Union through Horizon 2020.
Eurostars has been carefully developed to meet the specific needs of SMEs. With its bottom-up approach, it stimulates international collaborative research and innovation projects that will be rapidly commercialised.
Eurostars is an ideal first step in international cooperation, enabling small businesses to realise the many benefits of working beyond national frontiers. Participation in a Eurostars project can become a passport to growth, further innovation, an opening to new global markets and even greater business success.
Propose your project idea: https://www.eurostars-eureka.eu/
The EU Framework Programme "HORIZON 2020" is an €80 billion research and innovation funding programme for 2014-2020 that aims to strengthen the EU's global position in research and technology. It focuses on societal challenges like health, energy, and transport through projects that couple research and innovation. Eligible participants include companies, universities, and institutes from EU countries and beyond.
This deck presents funding opportunities for researchers under the Marie Sklodowska-Curie programme. It is open to all nationalities and all career stages who want to undertake an individual project abroad or create a training network. This presentation also shows statistics from 2014 calls, as well as a few hints as to "how to prepare a winning proposal".
The document provides statistics and evaluations on participation in the Marie Curie Actions (MCA) under the Seventh Framework Programme (FP7) by organizations in the North-East region. It shows that over 100 organizations from the region participated in various MCAs, receiving over 32 million Euros in funding. The MCAs achieved over 60,000 researchers financed and over 10,000 PhDs supported under FP7. Evaluations of the MCAs found that they strengthened collaborations and career development opportunities for researchers.
Horizon 2020 proposals place greater emphasis on impact and innovation. Calls are more open and challenge-based, allowing innovative solutions. Proposals may combine different fields and actors. Evaluation focuses on a project's potential contribution rather than recommended changes. Cross-cutting issues like social sciences and gender are integrated across activities.
Applying for Eurostars - Innovative SME funding programmeEUREKA Secretariat
All the information you need to know if you are applying to the Eurostars funding programme.
Go to: https://www.eurekanetwork.org/open-calls/?programme=eurostars&country=all
The document discusses research and development (R&D) funding models, including:
- The concepts of R&D, R&D&i, and how R&D&i is carried out and funded in both the public and private sectors.
- Major sources of R&D funding including Horizon 2020, national R&D plans, and regional government plans.
- The structure of university research and how it is funded through public and private means.
The document provides an overview of Horizon 2020, the EU's €80 billion research and innovation program. It discusses who can participate in Horizon 2020, how to apply, the application process, finding partners, and evaluation criteria. Horizon 2020 aims to fund excellent science, industrial leadership, and address societal challenges. In the first year, over 36,000 proposals were submitted requesting €80 billion in total, with over 4,000 proposals selected for funding and a success rate of around 14%.
The document discusses the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) under the Horizon 2020 program. The MSCA will have a proposed budget of €5.75 billion from 2014-2020 to support training and career development of researchers through international and inter-sector collaboration. The key activities will include Innovative Training Networks for early-stage researchers, Individual Fellowships to support mobility, and Research and Innovation Staff Exchange to facilitate transfer of knowledge. The MSCA will also support regional, national and international co-funding programs through COFUND. The goals are to foster excellence, boost innovation, enhance skills, and increase structural impact of research and innovation throughout Europe and beyond.
Eurostars is a joint programme supporting R&D performing small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). It is co-funded from the national budgets of 34 Eurostars countries and by the European Union through Horizon 2020.
Eurostars has been carefully developed to meet the specific needs of SMEs. With its bottom-up approach, it stimulates international collaborative research and innovation projects that will be rapidly commercialised.
Eurostars is an ideal first step in international cooperation, enabling small businesses to realise the many benefits of working beyond national frontiers. Participation in a Eurostars project can become a passport to growth, further innovation, an opening to new global markets and even greater business success.
Propose your project idea: https://www.eurostars-eureka.eu/
The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) is a Europe-wide network that supports small and medium sized businesses. It has over 4000 staff members across 600 offices in 55 countries. The presentation discusses the EEN consortium in England, Northern Ireland and Wales, which is funded by the European Commission and Innovate UK. The consortium includes universities, chambers of commerce, and other partners. It aims to help businesses innovate through international collaboration, commercialize ideas, access funding for R&D projects, and more. Specific support offered by the EEN includes providing information and advice, skills training, identifying collaboration opportunities and partners, and coaching/mentoring.
#FIWAREPamplona - Training Day - European Public Funding Opportunities for SMEsMiguel García González
This document provides information on various European public funding opportunities for SMEs, including Horizon 2020. It describes Horizon 2020's structure, funding instruments, and opportunities for SMEs, such as the SME Instrument to support innovation projects. It also outlines other exceptions like the Fast Track to Innovation topic and PhD recruitment programs to support hiring researchers. Other funding opportunities discussed include Urban Innovation Actions led by cities and Lighthouse projects in Smart Cities.
This document discusses the ACE Creative project which received €1 million in funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 programme. The project will provide customized support programs to 100 ICT-driven creative SMEs to help them connect with clients, investors, and international business networks to accelerate their growth. It will also organize international bootcamps and networking events to connect participating SMEs with relevant contacts and opportunities across Europe. The overall goal is to stimulate innovation and market access for creative SMEs utilizing advanced ICT technologies.
This document provides information about the International Open Data Conference (IODC) 2016. The IODC is an annual global conference that brings together the open data community to advance open data initiatives. The 2016 conference will be held in Madrid, Spain in October 2016. It will focus on how open data can drive social and economic impact by achieving global goals locally. The document outlines how to participate through presenting case studies, hosting sessions, or contributing to an open data roadmap. It provides timelines and contact information for getting involved.
The document provides information about Switzerland's education, research, and innovation (ERI) sector. It notes that Switzerland has a highly educated population, favorable conditions for businesses, and spends over 5% of its GDP on education and 3% on research and development. It describes key features of the Swiss ERI system including its federal structure, equal prestige given to academic and vocational education, research universities, and openness to international cooperation. Over 50% of students are enrolled in top global universities and Switzerland ranks highly in international scientific impact and collaboration. The document outlines Switzerland's international ERI strategy and cooperation programs with priority countries like Russia in research, innovation, and education.
The document is a question asking about how the EU interprets its nationality quotas for sporting competitions like the World Cup. Specifically, it asks whether England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales count as separate nations under these quotas, or if they are considered as one nation of Britain/Great Britain.
The document discusses creating a culture for technological innovation through the ISCTE-IUL MIT Portugal Venture Competition. The competition aims to provide funding, coaching and access to investors for early-stage technology ventures. It focuses on four technology tracks and targets startups under 5 years old. Winners can receive up to €400,000 in funding and support to help them commercialize their ideas. The goal is to help innovative projects overcome obstacles to reach global markets and make connections between academia and industry in Portugal.
Jornada informativa organizada el 14 de noviembre de 2017 sobre las convocatorias ITN dentro del programa MSCA de Horizonte 2020. El evento, celebrado en la Universidad de Málaga (UMA), fue organizado por la Agencia Andaluza del Conocimiento en colaboración con la Oficina Europea del MINEICO y la UMA.
This document summarizes a presentation about fostering collaboration between the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) and the Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions and National Contact Points Network (MSCA-NET). It outlines MSCA opportunities for EEN clients, including doctoral networks, staff exchanges, COFUND, and postdoctoral fellowships. It also describes the new MSCA-NET project and its goals of improving NCP services and simplifying access to MSCA calls. Additionally, it discusses the MSCA Matchmaking Platform for partnering on calls and encourages EEN advisors to register and assist clients with opportunities.
The document provides an overview of Horizon 2020, the EU's research and innovation program for 2014-2020. It has a budget of nearly €80 billion and aims to drive economic growth and jobs by funding excellent science, industrial leadership, and tackling societal challenges. The three main priorities are: supporting world-class science through grants like the European Research Council; strengthening industrial leadership in innovation; and addressing major concerns like health, clean energy, and transport.
1. Grant Proposal Writing & Research Policy - Maren Pannemann (UvA)RIILP
This document discusses grant proposal writing and research policy. It provides an overview of various research funding opportunities at the EU, international, and national levels. Some key funding sources discussed include Marie Skłodowska-Curie grants, ERC grants, and NWO grants in the Netherlands. The document offers best practices for grant writing, including structuring the proposal, formulating clear objectives, and emphasizing the scientific problem and how the proposed research will address it. It also discusses developing a competitive CV and gaining early career achievements to strengthen funding applications.
Europako diru-laguntza deialdiak ulertzeko hiztegi batJosu Waliño
The document provides definitions and explanations of key terms related to applying for and participating in European Union research funding programs. It defines programs such as the European Research Area (ERA), Framework Programs (FP7, Horizon 2020), and Erasmus for All. It also explains funding schemes, work programs and calls for proposals, and important organizations involved in applications like the National Contact Point and Participant Identification Code. The overall document serves as a glossary to help interpret calls for European financial assistance.
Horizon Europe Clean Transport Webinar - Cluster 5 Destination 5 | SlidesKTN
This webinar co-organised by KTN Global Alliance in partnership with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in Germany, UK Science and Innovation Network and UK National Contact Points (NCPs) from Innovate UK as well as European NCPs focussed on pitching of project ideas and brokering partnerships for European Research and Innovation collaborations and networking.
Dr Louise Byrne, Research Executive Agency (European Commission) MSCA Present...IrishHumanitiesAlliance
The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) are European Union funded programmes that support researcher training, mobility, and career development. The MSCA offer prestigious career opportunities with competitive salaries, full social security, and chances to work with top researchers across Europe and the world. Funding is available for researchers at all career levels in all domains through individual fellowships, innovative training networks, and other programs. Over 10,600 projects have been funded with over 50,000 researchers from 141 countries participating in the 2007-2013 period.
Peter van der hijden at unica, brussels, 8 may 2013Anneliesvub
This document summarizes information presented about research and innovation programs in Europe. It discusses the Europe 2020 strategy, which aims to increase R&D investment to 3% of GDP. It outlines the Innovation Union initiative and goals of establishing a European Research Area with free circulation of researchers, knowledge and technology. Finally, it provides details about the new Horizon 2020 program, which consolidates previous EU funding programs and focuses on research addressing societal challenges through priority areas like health, energy, transport and climate action.
Networking Event for Personalised, Digital Health Innovations in Horizon 2020Invest Northern Ireland
This document provides an overview of the Horizon 2020 program, the EU's research and innovation program from 2014-2020 with a €80 billion budget. It summarizes funding for the UK and Northern Ireland specifically, noting over €66 million for Northern Ireland with a success rate of about 14%. It also summarizes the main instruments available, including the SME Instrument providing up to €2.5 million to support innovation and growth, the Fast Track to Innovation program focusing on bringing ideas closer to market, and the Horizon Prizes competition focusing on breakthrough innovations addressing societal challenges. Practical information is provided on eligibility, submission deadlines, and available support services.
Euro-Med cooperation in the Horizon
* Regional focus – while acknowledging diversity within the region
* Focus on common challenges – what are the problems that R&I can help addressing, and how?
* Instruments – to support collaborative research, to support R&I policy dialogue, to coordinate initatives by EU, its Member States and MPCs, to integrate programmes/Art 185, to foster innovation !
* Building on ongoing projects –e.g. MEDSPRING, ERANET MED
This document discusses UK support for Horizon 2020, the EU's research and innovation program from 2014-2020. It describes Innovate UK, the UK innovation agency that invests over £350 million annually to stimulate business innovation. Innovate UK helps UK businesses access Horizon 2020 funding and maximise benefits. Horizon 2020 has a budget of €70.2 billion to fund research that drives jobs and economic growth and addresses societal challenges like health, energy, transport and climate change. National contact points provide guidance to help UK organizations participate successfully in Horizon 2020.
The document discusses the European Research Area (ERA) and efforts to create an open labour market for researchers in Europe. Key points include:
- The ERA aims to allow researchers, knowledge, and technology to circulate freely in Europe similar to a single market.
- Actions to support an open labour market include the Charter and Code for Researchers, which establishes ethical and professional standards, and the HR Strategy for Researchers that helps institutions implement the Charter and Code.
- Over 250 institutions have implemented the HR Strategy and received the HR Excellence in Research Award.
- Additional efforts include the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions and European Research Council, which fund mobility and research positions, and E
This session will cover various aspects of FIWARE, a platform designed to facilitate the development of smart solutions for a range of industries.
The session will begin with an introduction to the FIWARE Training program, which offers courses designed to help developers, entrepreneurs, and other interested parties get up to speed with FIWARE technologies.Next, attendees will learn about the FIWARE Marketplace,an online platform that provides access to FIWARE-based products and services and how to become part of it.
The session will delve into the intersection of thermodynamics and FIWARE, and how this collaboration can address climate change. Attendees will learn about the use of FIWARE in creating smart solutions for energy management, emissions reduction, and more.
Furthermore,The session will showcase the FIWARE integrated data platform for healthcare, which offers a range of tools and applications designed to improve healthcare outcomes.
Finally, the session will also explore the Smart Data Models program, which will show 6 use cases of their successful use in different industries (Health, Energy, Water, open data, etc). Attendees will learn about the benefits of using these models and how they can be integrated into various applications.
Overall, this session offers a comprehensive overview of the various aspects of FIWARE, including its marketplace, training programs, smart data models, and integrated data platforms for healthcare. The session will be beneficial for developers, entrepreneurs, and other interested parties looking to leverage FIWARE technologies to create innovative solutions for a range of industries.
The New EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovationmathgear
Horizon 2020 is the new EU framework programme for research and innovation from 2014 to 2020 with a budget of nearly €80 billion. It aims to stimulate economic growth and jobs by supporting research and innovation. The three priorities are excellent science, industrial leadership, and addressing societal challenges. It provides simplified single set of rules and funding rates to make participating easier for organizations. The first calls saw over 36,000 proposals requesting €80 billion in funds, with around 14% success rate.
Horizon 2020 is the EU's research and innovation program for 2014-2020 with a budget of nearly €80 billion. It has three main priorities: excellent science, industrial leadership, and societal challenges. International cooperation is crucial for addressing Horizon 2020's objectives. The new strategy takes a dual approach - maintaining openness while targeting actions through country groupings and themes. European Neighborhood countries can participate as international partners or associated countries by meeting certain criteria to facilitate integration with the European Research Area.
This document provides an overview of Horizon 2020, the EU's research and innovation program for 2014-2020. Key points include:
- Horizon 2020 has a budget of over €70 billion and aims to drive economic growth and jobs through support for research and innovation.
- It focuses on three main priorities: excellent science, industrial leadership, and addressing societal challenges.
- The program simplifies participation rules and funding to increase access and participation for all member states and organizations.
- Horizon 2020 also aims to strengthen the European Research Area and boost the involvement of small and medium enterprises.
Iurii Blavt, CIVITTA. 100500 ways startup can raise capital at early stage wi...IT Arena
Iurii-Volodymyr Blavt is Associate Partner and Head of Startups and Innovation Division at CIVITTA. Currently Iurii-Volodymyr is leading the Startups and Innovation stream within the company. Iurii is an expert in funding attraction for startups and innovative companies With more than 5 years experience in the field, Iurii has successfully helped numerous Ukrainan and foreign startups to attract funding from European Commission, USAID, Horizon 2020, EBRD, COSME, EXPO 2020 Impact Innovation Grant program and other national and international grant programs. Iurii-Volodymyr is a mentor in a few acceleration programs and is also responsible for design and delivery of startup support programs in Ukraine and abroad. Together with his team, Iurii-Volodymyr is passionate about helping innovative startups and companies to develop scalable business models, identify most promising markers, develop financial models, sales and pricing strategy, increase their investment attraction readiness and bring companies to the next level. Iurii has been involved in strategy development for UNIT.city, the first Innovation Park in Ukraine and is a representative of Altfinator Hub, which aims to facilitate access to alternative financing among Ukrainian innovative SMEs.
18 andrej gubina horizon 2020.undp.zagreb.12.13.v2.2UNDPhr
This document discusses the European Union's Horizon 2020 program for research and innovation funding from 2014 to 2020. Horizon 2020 aims to drive economic growth and jobs by consolidating previous EU funding programs and increasing funding to €78.6 billion. It focuses on tackling societal challenges through research in areas like health, energy, and climate change. Horizon 2020 also supports industrial leadership and excellent science. The program simplifies access to funding and aims to reduce bureaucracy for researchers. International cooperation is encouraged to foster synergies and capacity building across countries. Personal experiences with previous EU projects demonstrate their benefits in knowledge transfer, networking, and addressing local policy issues.
Agroecology in fragile contexts in sub-Saharan AfricaFrancois Stepman
12 June 2024. Agroecology in fragile contexts in sub-Saharan Africa: What can agroecology offer in times of crises? a joint initiative of the Sufosec Alliance and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)
Speakers:
Nicole Stolz SWISSAID SDC Headquarters
Christian Wirz VSF Switzerland
Ibrahima Aboubacar Dada SWISSAID Niger
Michael Hauser Vienna University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences
Beruk Yemane VSF Ethiopia
Barro Arnaud Albert SDC Niger ADIF
Boureima Adamou , Fastenaktion Burkina Faso
Abdikarim Aden SDC Kenya
Abel Gouba SDC Burkina Faso
The Innovative Agriculture for Smallholder Resilience (iNASHR) project (Egypt) was implemented over 3 years during which there was the COVID-19 pandemic, in addition to instability in farm prices and uncertainties in water availability.
Despite this, 18 teams of Entrepreneurs for Rural Access (ERAs) serving as digital extension service providers were able to reach more than 60,000 people in rural communities between 2021 and 2023.
Three specially commissioned “farmer-to-farmer” style training videos were produced (see at the bottom of this blog post),
and 60 other relevant Access Agriculture videos were translated into Arabic and shown to farmers.
These active service providers, half of whom are women, used a solar-powered smart projector to reach communities where access to power supply, internet connection and mobile phone signal can be challenging.
West Africa Scene Setting African Continental Master Plan (CMP) for electrici...Francois Stepman
6 February 2024. Drive Renewable Energy Investments in West Africa Hosted by IRENA Coalition for Action
Recording forthcoming
The session covered the African Continental Master Plan (CMP) for electricity generation and transmission, delved into West Africa's electricity sector, and presented recommendations from the Policy Brief titled:
IRENA (2023) Scaling up renewable energy investments in West Africa # 12 p.
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2024/02/drive-renewable-energy-investments-in.html
Scaling up renewable energy investments in West AfricaFrancois Stepman
6 February 2024. Drive Renewable Energy Investments in West Africa Hosted by IRENA Coalition for Action
Recording forthcoming
The session covered the African Continental Master Plan (CMP) for electricity generation and transmission, delved into West Africa's electricity sector, and presented recommendations from the Policy Brief titled:
IRENA (2023) Scaling up renewable energy investments in West Africa # 12 p.
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2024/02/drive-renewable-energy-investments-in.html
Advances of the AU-EU FNSSA Partnership towards Food Systems TransformationFrancois Stepman
23-25 January 2024. Joint SCAR workshop: “Research needs and priorities for the transformation to Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) at European and global level”
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2024/01/research-needs-and-priorities-for.html
Research needs for sustainable food systems – concepts and prioritiesFrancois Stepman
23-25 January 2024. Joint SCAR workshop: “Research needs and priorities for the transformation to Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) at European and global level”
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2024/01/research-needs-and-priorities-for.html
The Scientific Advice Mechanism (SAM) of the EC: its principles and working p...Francois Stepman
6 - 17 March 2021. In 2021, Aarhus University hosted the first European Seminar on science-based advice in agriculture and environment
More than 200 researchers and advisers from all over Europe participated. One of the conclusions was, that there is a need to learn from each other, to share best practices and to discuss the main principles, in order to strengthen the evidence based policy development in Europe. See: https://paepard.blogspot.com/2024/01/science-based-advice-for-policy-in.html
Transformation: An introductory guide to fundamental change for researchers a...Francois Stepman
7 Sep 2023 12:30 - 14:00 CEST. Transformation: An introductory guide to fundamental change for researchers and change makers in a world of crises
Fazey, I and Colvin, J. (2023). Transformation: An introductory guide to fundamental change for researchers and change makers in a world of crises - A Report for the Transforming UK Food Systems SPF Programme. University of York, Emerald Network Ltd. #52 p.
Online workshop based on a newly published report by Professor Ioan Fazey (University of York) and Dr John Colvin (Emerald Network Ltd) for the UKRI Transforming UK Food Systems SPF Programme.
This workshop was be an opportunity to learn, and engage with others, about the concept of transformational change in a context of a rapidly changing world.
The authors gave an overview of the concept of transformation and highlighted some of the critical aspects that need to be considered when embarking on an initiative, approach or campaign which is intended to be transformational. They talked about the challenges and opportunities of adopting these concepts in practice and research and there was an opportunity for participants to explore with others their own understanding and approaches to transformation.
EO based information for food security policy and decision supportFrancois Stepman
This document discusses how Earth observation (EO) can provide evidence to support food security policies and decision making. It notes the global rise in food insecurity and outlines JRC's use of EO for agricultural monitoring, early warning systems, and yield forecasting to help policymakers. Machine learning methods are being used to improve predictive capacity of food insecurity indicators. The document also emphasizes strengthening local capacity to use geospatial data for monitoring agriculture in Africa and providing technical support for new regulations.
Presentation by Kathelijne Beenen, Netherlands Space Office - Space for Climate Adaptation and Food Security
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2023/05/earth-observation-artificial.html
Machine learning for the environment: monitoring the pulse of our Planet with...Francois Stepman
Presentation by Davis Tuia, EPFL - Machine learning for the environment: monitoring the pulse of our Planet with remotely sensed data
25 May 2023. 9H30 - 16H25 Earth Observation & Artificial Intelligence solutions for climate change challenges
This new edition of the AI4Copernicus event focused on climate change and its impact on energy, food and water security. To withstand current and future pressures on our natural resources, integrated and sustainable management practices are required to balance the needs of people, nature and the economy.
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2023/05/earth-observation-artificial.html
‘How is the African insurance industry responding to climate change?’Francois Stepman
6 June 2023. ‘How is the African insurance industry responding to climate change?’
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2023/06/how-is-african-insurance-industry.html
The insurance industry is exposed to the risks of climate change and that risk is increasing. Insurers should be aware of these risks and the potential impact on their business. A 2019 global survey [With Climate Impacts Growing, Insurance Companies Face Big Challenges] found that 72 percent of insurance companies believe climate change will affect their business, but 80 percent of them have not taken significant steps to lessen climate risks. Moreover, insurance companies invest the money from the premiums they collect in the financial markets. They have $582 billion invested in fossil fuels investments that could be devalued as climate risks increase.
As natural disasters become more frequent and more costly, insurance companies are facing big challenges. If insurers are to weather the storms ahead, they’ll need to make some changes. The insurance industry needs to make substantial changes to deal with its own climate risks. Some of these changes could also enable insurance companies to help speed the transition to a net-zero society.
Speakers
Diana Castro (picture) is part of UNEP. As the Programme
Supervisor of the Principles for Sustainable Insurance (PSI) initiative, Diana oversees the largest collaboration between the United Nations and the insurance industry, which has over 250
members worldwide committed to integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance risks into their decision-making.
Lesley Ndlovu (picture) is currently the Chief Executive Officer of African Risk Capacity “ARC” Ltd, based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Kelvin Massingham is Director of Risk and Resilience at FSD Africa, where he is responsible for driving financial market innovation in Africa to increase resilience and create pathways for green finance to flow towards a net-zero and nature-positive future.
How are African banks coping with Climate ChangeFrancois Stepman
16 May 2023. This webinar discussed how climate-related risks threaten the functioning of banking institutions as well as the stability of the financial system.
Climate change and climate policy affect the balance sheets and business models of banks in different ways. African banks are vulnerable to the increasing frequency and severity of climate change shocks. They are also increasingly aware of the importance of adopting green financing principles, seeking to address risks and more importantly, to grasp new opportunities.
However, only 17% of banks have so far introduced specific green financing products, and these are estimated to account for only 2-20% of their portfolio . The webinar discussed how climate-related risks threaten the functioning of banking institutions as well as the stability of the financial system. The discussions also shed light on initiatives of banks to implement sustainable practices and central banks to create an enabling environment for sustainable finance drawing on international best practices.
http://paepard.blogspot.com/2023/05/climate-and-african-financial-sector.html
Webinar 1: Climate Change: What does it mean for the Financial Sector in Africa?
Financial institutions can play an important role in society’s adaptation to climate change risks mitigation. This webinar will highlight risks and opportunities that climate change poses for the financial sector in Africa and discuss how financial institutions can best respond to these, in a sustainable manner. In particular, the webinar is expected to:
Raise awareness on climate change within the financial industry in Africa and facilitate a broader dialogue aimed at integrating climate change considerations;
Clarify the pivotal role the financial sector can play in mitigating climate change risks and adapting to its effects; and
Present examples of transformative change in financial institutions’ practices
Speakers
Paul SMITH has worked for the climate team at the United Nations’ Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) for over four years. Paul leads UNEP FI’s climate adaptation and physical risk work supporting the Climate Risk Programme, the Climate Adaptation Working Group of the Principles for Responsible Banking and the Adaptation and Resilience Investor Collaborative (ARIC). He also leads on climate policy in partnership with the Investor Agenda and has co-authored The Climate Risk Landscape, Physically Fit? and Adapting to a New Climate, as well as contributing to Climate Risk: Managing the Financial Risk and Funding the Transition
Anthony NYONG is the Director of Climate Change and Green Growth at the AfDB. Mr. Nyong has about 30 years of experience in environmental and natural resources management, renewable energy and green growth. He was a Coordinating Lead Author for the IPCC Fourth Assessment Report and a member of the IPCC Task Group on Data and Scenario Support for Impact and Climate Analysis.
David ASHIAGBOR is the Chief Financial Sector Strategy Officer in the Financial Sector Development Department of the African Development Bank. He is currently leading the design and development of the Bank’s new Financial Sector Development Strategy, in addition to supporting the Director on policy and strategy issues.
Marina FINKEN is the Partnership Coordinator for Making Finance Work For Africa (MFW4A). She is an experienced Finance Professional who, before joining MFW4A had a successful career within Big 4 firms, providing audit and advisory services to large Banking groups and other financial services entities.
Transforming Research into Programs and Policies: How to Use the Research-to-...Francois Stepman
March 9 Transforming Research into Programs and Policies: How to Use the Research-to-Action Plan Section
Guest Speaker: Dr. Marlene Lee, PRB, United States
The webinar introduces you to how you can use the Research-To-Action (R2A) Plan Section to develop a step-by-step plan to communicate your research findings, attract influential stakeholders, and ensure your research leads to action.
Capturing Attention How To Use The Research Translation Toolkit’s Communicati...Francois Stepman
March 9 Transforming Research into Programs and Policies: How to Use the Research-to-Action Plan Section
Guest Speaker: Dr. Marlene Lee, PRB, United States
Speaker bios
This webinar introduces you to how you can use the Research-To-Action (R2A) Plan Section to develop a step-by-step plan to communicate your research findings, attract influential stakeholders, and ensure your research leads to action.
Generative Artificial Intelligence 3/14/2023 Johannes Schunter Head of Knowle...Francois Stepman
The document discusses the rise of generative artificial intelligence and its chatbot ChatGPT, outlining its potential uses for knowledge work including summarization, translation, and drafting as well as implications for the future of knowledge management and society. It suggests that development organizations prepare for building their own internal AI systems and discuss strategically how to handle societal impacts of information overload and job disruptions.
How to Use the Research Translation Toolkit’s Stakeholder Analysis SectionFrancois Stepman
23 February 2023 Reaching the Right People at the Right Time: How to Use the Stakeholder Analysis Section
Guest Speaker: Dr. Jose Rodriguez, International Consultant, Philippines
This webinar introduced the Stakeholder Analysis Section to identify influential individuals or groups who might use your research, and plan effective engagement with them to increase the impact of your research insights or technical innovations.
February 9 A Vital Resource: Exploring USAID’s Research Translation Toolkit
This webinar introduced the importance of research translation – the process that transforms research findings into a form that is relevant to practitioners or other audiences – and provides a high-level overview of the Research Translation Toolkit, including real world examples of research teams that have used the processes from the toolkit.
XP 2024 presentation: A New Look to Leadershipsamililja
Presentation slides from XP2024 conference, Bolzano IT. The slides describe a new view to leadership and combines it with anthro-complexity (aka cynefin).
This presentation by OECD, OECD Secretariat, was made during the discussion “Pro-competitive Industrial Policy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/pcip.
This presentation was uploaded with the author’s consent.
Carrer goals.pptx and their importance in real lifeartemacademy2
Career goals serve as a roadmap for individuals, guiding them toward achieving long-term professional aspirations and personal fulfillment. Establishing clear career goals enables professionals to focus their efforts on developing specific skills, gaining relevant experience, and making strategic decisions that align with their desired career trajectory. By setting both short-term and long-term objectives, individuals can systematically track their progress, make necessary adjustments, and stay motivated. Short-term goals often include acquiring new qualifications, mastering particular competencies, or securing a specific role, while long-term goals might encompass reaching executive positions, becoming industry experts, or launching entrepreneurial ventures.
Moreover, having well-defined career goals fosters a sense of purpose and direction, enhancing job satisfaction and overall productivity. It encourages continuous learning and adaptation, as professionals remain attuned to industry trends and evolving job market demands. Career goals also facilitate better time management and resource allocation, as individuals prioritize tasks and opportunities that advance their professional growth. In addition, articulating career goals can aid in networking and mentorship, as it allows individuals to communicate their aspirations clearly to potential mentors, colleagues, and employers, thereby opening doors to valuable guidance and support. Ultimately, career goals are integral to personal and professional development, driving individuals toward sustained success and fulfillment in their chosen fields.
This presentation by OECD, OECD Secretariat, was made during the discussion “The Intersection between Competition and Data Privacy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 13 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/ibcdp.
This presentation was uploaded with the author’s consent.
This presentation by Thibault Schrepel, Associate Professor of Law at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam University, was made during the discussion “Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
This presentation was uploaded with the author’s consent.
This presentation by Juraj Čorba, Chair of OECD Working Party on Artificial Intelligence Governance (AIGO), was made during the discussion “Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
This presentation was uploaded with the author’s consent.
This presentation by Professor Alex Robson, Deputy Chair of Australia’s Productivity Commission, was made during the discussion “Competition and Regulation in Professions and Occupations” held at the 77th meeting of the OECD Working Party No. 2 on Competition and Regulation on 10 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/crps.
This presentation was uploaded with the author’s consent.
This presentation by Nathaniel Lane, Associate Professor in Economics at Oxford University, was made during the discussion “Pro-competitive Industrial Policy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/pcip.
This presentation was uploaded with the author’s consent.
Suzanne Lagerweij - Influence Without Power - Why Empathy is Your Best Friend...Suzanne Lagerweij
This is a workshop about communication and collaboration. We will experience how we can analyze the reasons for resistance to change (exercise 1) and practice how to improve our conversation style and be more in control and effective in the way we communicate (exercise 2).
This session will use Dave Gray’s Empathy Mapping, Argyris’ Ladder of Inference and The Four Rs from Agile Conversations (Squirrel and Fredrick).
Abstract:
Let’s talk about powerful conversations! We all know how to lead a constructive conversation, right? Then why is it so difficult to have those conversations with people at work, especially those in powerful positions that show resistance to change?
Learning to control and direct conversations takes understanding and practice.
We can combine our innate empathy with our analytical skills to gain a deeper understanding of complex situations at work. Join this session to learn how to prepare for difficult conversations and how to improve our agile conversations in order to be more influential without power. We will use Dave Gray’s Empathy Mapping, Argyris’ Ladder of Inference and The Four Rs from Agile Conversations (Squirrel and Fredrick).
In the session you will experience how preparing and reflecting on your conversation can help you be more influential at work. You will learn how to communicate more effectively with the people needed to achieve positive change. You will leave with a self-revised version of a difficult conversation and a practical model to use when you get back to work.
Come learn more on how to become a real influencer!
This presentation by OECD, OECD Secretariat, was made during the discussion “Competition and Regulation in Professions and Occupations” held at the 77th meeting of the OECD Working Party No. 2 on Competition and Regulation on 10 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/crps.
This presentation was uploaded with the author’s consent.
The importance of sustainable and efficient computational practices in artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning has become increasingly critical. This webinar focuses on the intersection of sustainability and AI, highlighting the significance of energy-efficient deep learning, innovative randomization techniques in neural networks, the potential of reservoir computing, and the cutting-edge realm of neuromorphic computing. This webinar aims to connect theoretical knowledge with practical applications and provide insights into how these innovative approaches can lead to more robust, efficient, and environmentally conscious AI systems.
Webinar Speaker: Prof. Claudio Gallicchio, Assistant Professor, University of Pisa
Claudio Gallicchio is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science of the University of Pisa, Italy. His research involves merging concepts from Deep Learning, Dynamical Systems, and Randomized Neural Systems, and he has co-authored over 100 scientific publications on the subject. He is the founder of the IEEE CIS Task Force on Reservoir Computing, and the co-founder and chair of the IEEE Task Force on Randomization-based Neural Networks and Learning Systems. He is an associate editor of IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems (TNNLS).
This presentation by Professor Giuseppe Colangelo, Jean Monnet Professor of European Innovation Policy, was made during the discussion “The Intersection between Competition and Data Privacy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 13 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/ibcdp.
This presentation was uploaded with the author’s consent.
Why Psychological Safety Matters for Software Teams - ACE 2024 - Ben Linders.pdfBen Linders
Psychological safety in teams is important; team members must feel safe and able to communicate and collaborate effectively to deliver value. It’s also necessary to build long-lasting teams since things will happen and relationships will be strained.
But, how safe is a team? How can we determine if there are any factors that make the team unsafe or have an impact on the team’s culture?
In this mini-workshop, we’ll play games for psychological safety and team culture utilizing a deck of coaching cards, The Psychological Safety Cards. We will learn how to use gamification to gain a better understanding of what’s going on in teams. Individuals share what they have learned from working in teams, what has impacted the team’s safety and culture, and what has led to positive change.
Different game formats will be played in groups in parallel. Examples are an ice-breaker to get people talking about psychological safety, a constellation where people take positions about aspects of psychological safety in their team or organization, and collaborative card games where people work together to create an environment that fosters psychological safety.
Why Psychological Safety Matters for Software Teams - ACE 2024 - Ben Linders.pdf
Horizon H2020 – Open to the world
1. Horizon H2020 – Open to the
world
Name: N.N.
Function: Service Facility in support of International Cooperation in
Research and Innovation (communication@ServiceFacility.eu)
2. 2
Overview
1 Horizon 2020 – Open to the World
2 Funding of international partners
3 African Countries in Horizon 2020 - State of Play and Future
Opportunities
4 Opportunities for researchers and entities from African Countries
in the upcoming calls under Horizon 2020
5 MSCA actions
6 The European Research Council
7 Collaborative projects – Focus on EU-Africa cooperation
8 Evaluation Process, overview
9 Key messages and useful links
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Did you know? The European Union:
500 million people – 28 countries - one single
market
6% of the
world's
population
20% of
world
expenditure
on research
27% of
world
scientific
publications
32% of
high-impact
publications
32% of
patent
applications
some of the best
universities in the world
some of the most innovative
companies in the world
Source: EUROSTAT
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What is Horizon 2020?
• Your central entry point and easy access to European research and
innovation
Horizon 2020 is open to the world!
• The EU Framework Programme for Research & Innovation
• The biggest multinational programme of its kind with a budget of
almost € 80 billion
• Horizon 2020 welcomes researchers & institutions, public and
private, from all over the world
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European Union Member States and Countries
Associated to Horizon 2020
EU Member States (28)
Associated Countries (16)
Albania
Armenia
Bosnia & Herzegovina
Faroe Islands
Georgia
Iceland
Israel
the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia
Republic of Moldova
Montenegro
Norway
Serbia
Tunisia
Turkey
Ukraine
Switzerland
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• Specific topics in calls for proposals may:
• indicate that participation of International
Partners is encouraged
• indicate that participation of partners from
a certain country or region is encouraged
or even mandatory
• Coordinated calls exist, used for specific actions
International participation is targeted by
specific programme elements
Targeted
Opening
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EU - African Union cooperation in H2020 2018-
2020 topics
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Why should you participate in Horizon 2020?
Ambitious research
and innovation
projects
Access to world
class research
infrastructures
Tackle global
challenges together
with excellent
European and
International
scientists
Mobility to Europe
Access to new
networks and
alliances
New business
opportunities
and visibility of
your research
Research funding
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Europe invites International Partners to
participate
Access to
knowledge
Attracting talent
and investment
Better research
and exploitation
Access to
markets
More visible
global profile
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Automatically funded:
• Member States
• Associated Countries
• Countries listed in Annex A of the Work
Programme
Other Partner Countries are funded when:
• Agreement exists between 2 funding bodies
• Provision made in the call text
• Commission deems participation essential
Eligibility for Funding – General Rules
African
Countries
https://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/data/ref/h2020/other/wp/20
18-2020/annexes/h2020-wp1820-annex-a-countries-rules_en.pdf
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African Countries in Horizon 2020 - Statistics
(Record date: May 2018)
https://ec.europa.eu/research/iscp/pdf/policy/eu-
af_infographic_2018.pdf#view=fit&pagemode=none
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African Countries in Horizon 2020 - Statistics
(Record date:15/10/2018)
https://ec.europa.eu/research/iscp/pdf/policy/africanunion_roadmap_2017.pdf
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4. Opportunities for researchers and
entities from Kenya in the
upcoming calls under Horizon
2020
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Horizon 2020 covers three priority areas:
Industry driven:
Strategic investments in key
technologies
Researcher driven:
The foundation of tomorrow’s
technologies, jobs and wellbeing
Society driven:
Tackling the great challenges of
our time of citizens and society
Excellent science1
Societal challenges3
Industrial
leadership
2
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How can you participate in Horizon 2020?
There are two ways to participate:
• Collaborative projects
Include at least 3 legal entities
from 3 different countries of
the EU or from countries
associated to Horizon 2020
• Participation of individual
researchers
Researchers of all nationalities
are welcome to participate
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• The European Research Council (ERC)
=excellent research
• Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
= mobility of researchers and technical staff
These opportunities are for researchers who
want to work in Europe.
Excellent
Science
Where in Horizon 2020 can you find funds for
individual research?
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What do Marie Skłodowska-Curie
actions (MSCA) offer?
• Opportunities for training and career development
• Mobility of researchers is mandatory
MSCA principles:
• Open to all career stages and nationalities
• Bottom-up approach
• International, inter-sectoral and interdisciplinary career and
knowledge-exchange
Excellent
Science
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Four MSCA main funding lines – Part I
Individual Fellowships (IF):
• Supporting experienced international researchers to do research
in Europe for 12-36 months
• Host institutions: from academia or industry
Co-funding of regional, national and international
programmes (COFUND):
• COFUND provides funding for funders, stimulating regional, or
international programmes
• At all stages of researchers' careers (ESR, ER)
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Four MSCA main funding lines – Part II
Innovative Training Networks (ITN):
• Networks of organisations offering research and training to
early-stage researchers
Research and Innovation Staff Exchange (RISE):
• International and inter-sectoral cooperation
• Exchange of all types of staff (research, management,
administrative and technical)
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IF: Individual Fellowships
• As an experienced researcher of any nationality you can apply
with your individual research project to be conducted at a
European organisation
• An individual fellowship provides tailored training for your
career in research
• Work contract including social security for 12-36 months
• Possibility to spend 2 years in a TC and one year in Europe
(Global Fellowships)
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IF: Individual Fellowships – How it works
European
Fellowships
Global
Fellowships
EFs: 12-24 months
GFs: 12-24 months for the outgoing phase plus
12 month return phase in Europe
From Africa to Europe
From Europe to Africa
Mobility rule
Mobility rule
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• Participation of early-stage researchers in existing joint research training
or doctoral programmes of international networks
• Duration: 4 years, any nationality of researchers, funds covering
researchers' and institutional costs
• Network of organisations can apply for funding within the following
funding schemes:
ITN: Innovative Training Networks
Min. 2 beneficiaries from
2 different MS/AC:
1 academic + 1 non-academic
sector 180PM
540 PM>2 entities
Min. 3 beneficiaries
from academic sector, awarding
PhD from 3 different MS/AC
540 PM
ETN
European Training
Networks
Participants
implement a joint
research
programme
Min. 3 beneficiaries from any
sector from 3 different MS/AC
540 PM
EID
European Industrial
Doctorates
Doctoral programme
with the non-
academic sector
EJD
European Joint
Doctorates
Doctoral programme
to deliver joint
degrees
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• As a university, research centre or company you can conduct
short term staff exchanges within a joint research project.
• Staff of any nationality, employed by the organisations from
the network, can participate
• All types of staff are eligible (research, management,
administrative or technical)
• Sharing of knowledge and ideas from research to market
through trans-border and inter-sectoral collaboration with
Europe.
RISE: Research and Innovation Staff Exchange
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RISE: Research and Innovation Staff Exchange
Conditions:
• At least 3 entities from 3 different countries of which 2
should come from different MS and/or AC
• Staff should be engaged in or linked to research and
innovation activities for at least one month prior to the
secondment
• Duration: Up to 4 years
• Costs covered: Secondment of staff members for one
month up to one year
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RISE partnership example
Non-Academic Sector
Academic Sector
Academic Sector
or
Non-Academic Sector
The European dimension allows
only intersectoral secondments
The international
dimension does not
exclude exchanges
within the same sector
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• For excellent researchers of any nationality wishing to conduct
their groundbreaking research in Europe (EU Member State or
Associated Country)
• No thematic priorities bottom-up approach
• Investigator-driven
• ERC: https://erc.europa.eu/
The European Research Council
More than 600
grants to non-
EU/AC Principal
Investigators
since start of
ERC
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ERC Main Principles
• 1 Principal Investigator (PI) and team
• 1 Host institution in an EU Member State or Associated Country to
Horizon 2020
• 1 Selection criterion: EXCELLENCE
• Project duration: Up to 5 years
• Minimum 50% (StG), 40% (CoG), 30% (AdG, SyG) of PI working
time on ERC project
• Minimum 50% of ERC PI working time in a EU Member State or
Associated Country
• Possibility to move with the grant to any place in Europe if
necessary
The European Research Council
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Starting Grant (StG)
Early career top researchers, 2-7 years after PhD | up to
€1.5 mio.
Consolidator Grant (CoG)
Top researchers, 7-12 years after PhD | up to €2 mio.
Advanced Grant (AdG)
Senior researchers with a significant ten-year-track record |
up to €2.5 mio.
Synergy Grant (SyG)
2-4 excellent researchers and their teams (researchers with
complementary skills, knowledge and resources) project
duration max. 6 years | up to a maximum of €10 mio.
Four ERC main funding lines
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• Start-Up costs for scientists moving to EU / Associated
Countries
• Purchase of major equipment
• Access to large facilities
Up to €500 000 for Starting
Up to €750 000 for Consolidator
Up to €1 Million for Advanced grantees
Additional Funding
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• As a legal entity from Kenya you can take
part in collaborative projects of Horizon
2020
• You can receive funding
• You can even coordinate a project
Remember! All proposals must meet
certain minimum conditions:
3 participants from different EU
member states or Associated Countries
You as an international partner must
come in addition to this minimum
How to participate in a collaborative project?
Excellent
Science
Industrial
Leadership
Societal
Challenges
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Focus – Societal Challenge 2
International cooperation with Africa
Mandatory in 3 topics
SFS-34-2019: Food Systems Africa
SFS-35-2019-2020: Sustainable Intensification in Africa
BG-08-2018-2019: All Atlantic Ocean Research Alliance Flagship
Recommended/encouraged in 3 topics
SFS-05-2018-2019-2020: New and emerging risks to plant health
SFS-11-2018-2019: Anti-microbials and animal production
SFS-12-2019: A vaccine against African swine fever
Sources used for slides: H2020 Infoday on SC2 calls for proposals of 2019 –
Bruxelles, 25° June 2018
http://ec.europa.eu/programmes/horizon2020/en/news/horizon-2020-info-day-societal-challenge-2-calls-proposals-2019
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Proposals shall include at least 4 participants from a specific
region of Africa (as defined by African Union) and a minimum of
5 participants from Africa
Useful resources:
https://www.africa-eu-sti-portal.net/en/589.php
https://ec.europa.eu/research/iscp/pdf/policy/eu-africa_roadmap_2016.pdf
LC-SFS-34-2019: Food Systems Africa
Implementing the EU-African Union Partnership on Food and Nutrition
Security and Sustainable Agriculture (FNSSA) – Pillar 2 of the EU-Africa FNSSA
Roadmap
Nutrition sensitive agriculture, avoiding that increasing agricultural output leads to
more hunger (Sikasso Paradox): Lack of agricultural diversity results in increasing
levels of malnutrition
• sustainable post-harvest technologies (incl. bio-based packaging)
• food safety (incl. free of mycotoxins),
• reduced food waste
• food-supply chains to local urban and high value global markets
(conventional and organic)
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Subtopic A: African Farming Systems, sustainable intensification pathways
• Inclusion of multi-actor approach and cross cutting issues from FNSSA pillar 4 (e.g.
role of female in agriculture)
• Additional elegibility criteria: proposals shall include at least 5 participants from
specific region of Africa (as defined by the African Union) and a minimum of 8
participants from Africa
SFS-35-2019-2020: Sustainable Intensification
in Africa
Subtopic B: Soil system for Africa
• Additional elegibility criteria: proposals shall include at least 8 participants
from Africa
• Due to logistics, the laboratory for soil sample analysis should be located
on the African continent
Useful resources:
https://ec.europa.eu/research/iscp/index.cfm?pg=news_by_country&countryname=africa
LUCAS soil sampling and databases: https://esdac.jrc.ec.europa.eu/projects/lucas
Link to FAO-Global Soil Partnership (info on IPTS members) http://www.fao.org/global-soil-partnership/en/
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• Move towards a basin-wide cooperation from Antarctica to the Arctic, through
enhanced cooperation with countries bordering the South Atlantic,
notably Brazil and South Africa (Belém Statement 2017).
• Two subtopic in 2019:
- [B] Assessing Atlantic marine Ecosystems – 9 M€ (x 3-4)
- [C] New aquaculture value chains – 8 M€ (x 3-4)
• In addition to the minimum number of participants, proposals shall include
participants from South Africa and Brazil
• Better and accurate monitoring, modelling, planning, management and
prediction capacities in the whole Atlantic.; contribute to the sustainable
management and protection of marine and coastal ecosystems (UN SDG 14).
BG-08-2018-2019: All Atlantic Ocean Research
Alliance Flagship
Useful resources:
Belem statement: http://ec.europa.eu/research/iscp/pdf/belem_statement_2017_en.pdf
Galway statement: https://ec.europa.eu/research/iscp/pdf/galway_statement_atlantic_ocean_cooperation.pdf
South-South Framework for Scientific and Technical Cooperation in the South and Tropical Atlantic and Southern
Ocean: https://www.atlanticresource.org/aora/sites/default/files/GalleryFiles/AtlanticFacts/South--South-
Framework-for-Scientific-and-Technical-Cooperation-in-the-S....pdf
FP7/H2020 projects: https://www.atlanticresource.org/aora/site-area/atlantic-policy-research/h2020-fp7-
funded-projects
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• Introduction, spread and establishment of pest and diseases facilitated by
- Trade and movement of goods and people
- Climatic variations and changes in agricultural/forest management practices
• At the same time moves to increased reliance on plant protection products
• Comprehensive knowledge on pest and disease management is needed for their
control and management
• Topic to tackle new/emerging plant pest(s)/disease(s) relevant to EU
agriculture/forestry
• Proposals to tackle one or more plant pest(s) and/or disease(s) (regulated or non-
regulated, introduced or native) - Pests include weeds
• International cooperation encouraged with countries affected/threatened
by the same pest(s)/disease(s)
SFS-05-2018-2019-2020: New and emerging
risks to plant health
Useful resources:
EU Plant Health legislation: https://ec.europa.eu/food/plant/plant_health_biosecurity/legislation_en
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Scope: B. [2019] Alternatives to anti-microbials
• With the widespread use of anti-microbials for human and animal health in recent
decades, the world is increasingly confronted with the emergence and spread
of microbes that resist anti-microbial treatment
• Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is responsible for an estimated 25.000 deaths
yearly and over EUR 1.5 billion of healthcare costs and productivity losses in the
EU alone.
• Develop and test alternatives to anti-microbials: any type of alternative
intervention measures, other than vaccines (basic research on gut microbiome
excluded); take into guidelines, standards, legislation in the field (e.g. EMA, OIE)
• Projects should follow the policies and contribute to the objectives of the STAR-
IDAZ international research consortium. International cooperation is
recommended
SFS-11-2018-2019: Anti-microbials and animal
production
Useful resources:
European One Health Action Plan against AMR https://ec.europa.eu/health/amr/sites/amr/files/amr_action_plan_2017_en.pdf
EU Action on AMR https://ec.europa.eu/health/amr/antimicrobial-resistance_en
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• A devastating viral disease present in Europe for several years, in an increasing
number of member States. Serious socio-economic impact on farming sector and
is of major importance in the international trade of animals and animal products.
Concerns raised on the possibility to eradicate the disease without
vaccination. No vaccine currently available
• Vaccines against ASF for domestic pigs and wild boars (wild fauna other
than wild boars may also be addressed); developing pilot vaccines and their
companion DIVA test; vaccination as part of a control strategy in different
scenarios.
• At least the ASF viruses circulating in Europe; may also cover all or the most
relevant exotic ones. Participation by non-EU regions particularly affected
by ASF is recommended.
SFS-12-2019: A vaccine against African swine
fever
Useful resources:
Blueprint and roadmap on ASF vaccine: https://ec.europa.eu/food/animals/animal-diseases/control-
measures/asf_en#bmrp
GARA - Global African swine fever Research Alliance: https://www.ars.usda.gov/GARA/
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SC2 Topics: Summary and Practical Info
Topic code Topic Name
Type of
action
Expected
proposals
contribution
H2020
2019
Budget
Deadline
LC-SFS-34-2019 Food Systems Africa RIA 7M€ 21M€
23/01/2019
(1st stage) -
04/09/19
(2nd stage)
SFS-35-2019-
2020
Sustainable Intensification
in Africa
RIA
Sub-A:
7,5M€; Sub-
B:5M€
35M€
BG-08-2018-
2019
All Atlantic Ocean
Research Alliance Flagship
RIA
Sub-B: 9M€;
Sub-C:8M€
18M€
SFS-11-2018-
2019
Anti-microbials and
animal production
IA 6M€ 6M€
SFS-05-2018-
2019-2020
New and emerging risks
to plant health
RIA 7M€ 7M€
SFS-12-2019 A vaccine against African
swine fever
IA 10M€ 10M€
23/01/2019
(Single
stage)
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Focus – Societal Challenge 5
LC-CLA-05-2019: Human dynamics of climate
change
Scope: A. [2019] Climate services for Africa
• Actions should exploit new, relevant climate data made available by Copernicus
and other relevant sources (such as GEOSS) and create dedicated climate
services for Africa for at least 2 of the following sectors: water, energy,
food security, land use, health and infrastructure
• Actions should develop and deliver tools/applications which demonstrate
clearend-user engagement, consultation and participation, and which enhance
planning and implementation of climate adaptation strategies in Africa
• Actions should further consider the EU-Africa Research and Innovation Partnership
on Climate Change and Sustainable Energy
• Proposals shall include at least 3 participants from at least 2 different African
Countries
Type of
action
Expected proposals
contribution
H2020 2019
Budget
Deadline
RIA 5-7M€ 23M€
19/02/2019 (1st
stage);
04/09/2019 (2nd
Stage)
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Standard evaluation criteria
There are three evaluation criteria for full
proposals:
The criteria are adapted to each type of action, as
specified in the Work Programme
Excellence Impact
Quality and
efficiency of
implementation
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Overview of the evaluation process
Eligibility check
Allocation
of proposals
to evaluators
Individual
Evaluation
Reports
(Usually done
remotely)
Consensus
Report
(May be done
remotely)
Panel Report
Evaluation
Summary Report
Panel ranked list
Final ranked list
Evaluators
(min.3
For each
proposal)
Commission Commission
FinalisationPanel
Review
Receipt of
Proposals
Individual
Evaluation
Consensus
Group
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Key messages
• Horizon 2020 is the largest research and innovation programme in the
world
• African nationals or institutions are eligible to take part in Horizon
2020, as individual researchers or in collaborative projects
• Participants from African Countries automatically receive funding from
the EU
• International cooperation is encouraged
• All topics showed in SFS call (SC2) fall under the concept of Multi-Actor
Approach projects must focus on real problems or opportunities that
farmers, foresters or others who need a solution (“end-users”) are
facing. It also means that partners with complementary types of
knowledge – scientific, practical and other – must join forces in the
project activities from beginning to end. As a result, MAA projects are
able to develop innovative solutions which are more ready to be
applied in practice and cover real needs.