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HORIZON-CL4-2026-04-DIGITAL-EMERGING-01

Apply AI: Pilot of the "Science for AI" Pillar of RAISE ("Resource for AI science in Europe")

RIACluster 4€17,000,00015 Apr 2026
Topic CodeHORIZON-CL4-2026-04-DIGITAL-EMERGING-01F&T Portal
Call IdentifierHORIZON-CL4-2026-04Call — DIGITAL (single stage)
InstrumentHORIZON-RIAResearch and Innovation Action
Budget ModelActual CostsStandard MGA
Funding Rate100%Annex G — RIA = 100%
Page Limit (Part B)40 pagesRIA + actual costs (Annex A)
Evaluation Thresholds3 / 3 / 3 · cum. 10Special award criteria apply
Expected Projects1~€17M (WP stated)
DestinationAchieving open strategic autonomy in digital and emerging enabling technologiesWP Part 7
Cluster / PillarCluster 4 / Pillar IIDigital, Industry and Space
China EligibilityExcluded ▲RIA excluded under this destination
Special ConditionsSpecial award criteria ▲Scientific excellence requirements for AI researchers
Verify: Open this topic on the F&T Portal →  ·  Sources: General Annexes 2026-2027, WP Part 7
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Chinese entities are excluded from RIA under this destination. "Legal entities established in China are not eligible to participate in both Research and Innovation Actions (RIAs) and Innovation Actions (IAs) falling under this destination."
Special award criteria apply. Quality and Efficiency of Implementation includes additional criteria: Scientific Excellence (60%+ senior AI researchers with substantial credentials), Infrastructure (dedicated premises), Size (at least 10 distinct AI research groups, ~50 researchers), and Legal Structure requirements.

Expected Outcomes

  1. Set up a network of excellent AI Labs in the EU and Associated Countries, raising visibility and strengthening collaboration in European AI research
  2. Establish a model of cooperation among these labs and support the development of a strategic research agenda for fundamental research in AI.
  3. Ensure that the network operates as a virtual institute across Europe, pooling resources and expertise.
  4. Develop synergies with the AI in science efforts in RAISE.
  5. Stimulate and support world-class research in AI, both fundamental and applied research. Building on Europe’s research strength, attract collaboration with industry and excellent AI talent.

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