EU Programmes
Horizon Europe is the EU’s leading funding programme for research and innovation, with a budget of over €95 billion for the period 2021–2027. It supports bold ideas that shape the future—from breakthrough science to real-world impact—bringing together researchers, innovators, and institutions to address global challenges and strengthen Europe’s competitiveness worldwide.
The programme is structured around three main pillars
Excellent Science
Global Challenges & European Industrial Competitiveness
Innovative Europe
In addition, Horizon Europe includes cross-cutting initiatives such as EU Missions, European partnerships, and measures to widen participation and strengthen the European Research Area.
Who can access Horizon Europe?
Horizon Europe is open to a wide range of entities, including universities, research centers, private companies, public bodies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and others. Whether you’re involved in academia, industry or public services, our team is ready to help you navigate the application process.
Expert Support
At EFMC, we understand that each project is unique, and we provide customized support to match your specific needs. Our team consists of senior experts with extensive experience in the various Horizon Europe grant types. While one expert serves as your primary contact point for the consortium, our experts collaborate closely to leverage their diverse skills and insights. This ensures that you benefit from a comprehensive approach to proposal writing.
Additionally, our team includes scientists with specialized research expertise and years of experience as Expert Evaluators for the European Commission. This gives us an in-depth understanding of the Horizon Europe evaluation criteria, particularly in the Excellence section. We can help assess the scientific and technological quality of your project, including its objectives, methodology and innovation potential, ensuring that your proposal meets the highest standards and stands out during the evaluation process. You can find more information on our experts here.