Horizon Europe

European Ocean Days – 2nd and 6th March 2026
2026-03-02 - 2026-03-06
The European Ocean Days is a week-long event with a series of dynamic and interconnected sessions focused on key ocean-related themes, all designed to encourage participants to engage across topics and contribute to a shared vision for the prosperity, competitiveness, security and sustainability of our ocean.
Register here.

Artificial intelligence in Horizon Europe calls
2026-02-25
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming Europe’s research and innovation landscape. As AI becomes essential for global competitiveness, Europe is working together to strengthen its technological, industrial, and ethical foundations through the EU AI Action Plan—a coordinated effort to boost AI uptake, prepare for socioeconomic changes, and ensure trustworthy, human-centric development.
This brokerage event supports these goals by connecting experts across disciplines and helping applicants prepare strong Horizon Europe proposals that integrate both SSH (Social Sciences and Humanities) and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) expertise.
Registration here.

Lump Sum Funding in Horizon Europe: How does it work? How to write a proposal? (11 February 2026)
2026-02-11 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/Brussels)
Horizon Europe uses lump sum funding to reduce administration and financial errors. Lump sums make the programme simpler by removing the need to report actual costs. This means easier access to the programme, especially for small organisations and newcomers, who often lack the experience and capacity to cope with the complex rules for actual costs.
Learn everything you need to know about applying to a lump sum call for proposals in Horizon Europe.

RTR 2026 Results from Road Transport Research
2026-02-10 - 2026-02-12 | The Egg
The 2026 edition of the Road Transport Research conference will be held in Brussels from 10-12th February 2026. Going on its 9th edition, the RTR Conference is a unique entry point into the achievements of EU-funded projects in road transport.
Once again this year, participants will learn about EU-funded and Horizon Europe projects’ results and expected impacts, and what the next research steps are in essential areas for road transport: Green Vehicles, Urban Mobility, Logistics, Intelligent Transport Systems, Safety, Automated Road Transport, Batteries.
The conference will deliver a holistic view of how the European research scene is moving forward in these fields, bringing benefits to the environment, economy, and European society overall.

Horizon Implementation day – Novelties in the 2026-2027 Horizon Europe work programme (20 January 2026)
2026-01-20 08:00 - 11:00 (Europe/Dublin)
Horizon Implementation day – Novelties in the 2026-2027 Horizon Europe work programme (20 January 2026)
Learn all about the novelties in the 2026-2027 Horizon Europe work programme.
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Horizon Europe Cluster 5 Info day
2026-01-15
Are you interested in funding opportunities for research and innovation in the areas of climate, energy and mobility?
Join the Horizon Europe Cluster 5 info day on 15 January 2026 to explore the 2026 topics of the forthcoming work programme 2026-2027. This online event will be streamed via the European Commission’s web platform.
Register for the event
What to expect
– Insights into the policy context
– Guidance for preparing a high-quality proposal
– Tips for enhancing the role of Social Sciences and Humanities in relevant topics
– Interactive parallel sessions by thematic area to address specific questions on the topics
The official publication of the Cluster 5 work programme 2026-2027 is expected in the first half of December (estimated budget of €1.2 billion for the 2026 calls). A pre-publication version is already available.
The parallel topic sessions aim to encourage active participation, with shorter presentations and more time dedicated to addressing participants’ questions. Interaction will be supported through a live Slido Q&A during the event, and questions may be submitted beforehand once the link is available.

EU Agri-Food Days 2025 - Securing Europe's Food and Agriculture
2025-12-15 - 2025-12-17
Join us for the 3rd edition of the EU Agri-Food Days on 15 – 17 December 2025 in Brussels.
This three-day event will offer you the opportunity to network with EU agri-food stakeholders, farmers, civil society, academia and policymakers. Be at the heart of discussions about the latest policy trends, challenges and opportunities in the EU agri-food sector.
The EU Agri-Food Days conference also features an exhibition on research projects, key agricultural data portals and funding opportunities.

Live web stream available: 15 – 17 December 2025
No prior registration is needed for online attendance

Social media: #EUAgriFoodDays

About the EU Agri-Food Days

The EU Agri-Food Days are the forum for stakeholders to discuss the outlook of European agriculture, agricultural market trends, food security, sustainability, digital technologies and data flows together with farmers, EU policy makers, civil society, business representatives, analysts and digital experts.
This annual conference also offers the opportunity to participants to reflect on current and upcoming challenges in the European agri-food sector.

Information Day - Horizon Europe Work Programmes 2026 - 2027: Marine and Maritime related topics at the Marine Institute
2025-12-10 | Marine Institute, Rinville, Galway, Ireland
An information day will take place on 10th December at the Marine Institute and you are welcome to attend.
Talks will primarily focus on Cluster 6 and the Mission to Restore Our Ocean and Waters by 2030. However, Cluster 3, 4, and 5 and other pillars of the work programme such as research infrastructures will also feature.
National Contact Points from the Horizon Europe Support Network coordinated by Enterprise Ireland will be present to advise.
We are encouraging researchers, companies and NGOs with an interest in the next two years of Horizon Europe to join us for a series of information notes, networking and top tips.
To help us plan catering and logistics, please register your interest by submitting your name and email address.
More details, including agenda will follow in due course.
We are looking forward to an interesting session and to welcoming you to Rinville.
Note: All personal data collected and processed by the Marine Institute, its staff or agents, will be carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018. The Marine Institute shall comply at all times with the European General Data Protection Regulation and all applicable Data Protection Legislation in respect of the processing of Personal Data.
Please note that there will be photography and videography throughout this event.

EFECS – the European Forum for Electronic Components and Systems
2025-12-03 08:00 - 2025-12-04 17:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Hilton Hotel Malta, Malta
The next edition of EFECS – the European Forum for Electronic Components and Systems, will take place in Malta, on December 3–4, 2025, at the Hilton Hotel in St. Julian’s – the very same place where the journey began with the 1st ECSEL Symposium 2017 that set the course for the ECS community in Europe.
This year’s theme, Accelerate Innovation: Building European Competitiveness, puts the spotlight on value chain security, sustainability, and emerging market opportunities, all in the context of Europe’s strategic drive for technological sovereignty.

Water Knowledge Europe returns to Brussels
2025-12-02 - 2025-12-04 | Thon Hotel EU, Wetstraat/Rue de la loi 75, Brussels, 1040, Belgium
From 2 to 4 December 2025, Water Knowledge Europe – Winter Edition will take place in Brussels, bringing together Europe’s water community for three days of collaboration, innovation, and networking. As the final Horizon Europe Work Programme (2026–2027) approaches, this edition comes at a decisive moment for shaping the future of European water research and innovation. Join us to build partnerships and consortia that will define the next wave of EU-funded water projects.
5 Reasons to join WKE2025:
Explore the latest Horizon Europe 2026–2027 calls and funding priorities from the European Commission;
Present new project ideas in dedicated pitching sessions;
Learn from successful EU projects and best practices in water innovation;
Discover additional funding opportunities beyond Horizon Europe;
Participate in B2B matchmaking sessions to build strong and competitive consortia.
WKE is more than a conference: it’s where ideas become partnerships, and partnerships become projects.

Battery Innovation Days - Graz, Austria
2025-12-02 - 2025-12-03 | Graz, Austria
The fifth edition of the Battery Innovation Days (BID) will take place on 2-3 December 2025 in Graz, Austria and online. The event is a unique 2-day hybrid experience designed to spark conversations on the latest developments in the European R&I Battery domain among the research community, policymakers, industry players and end-users to boost battery research and innovation in Europe. BID aims to increase knowledge and encourage exchange around the deployment of cutting-edge technologies in battery materials, cell design, manufacturing and recycling.

European Big Data Value Forum
2025-11-12 - 2025-11-14 | DGI Byen, Tietgensgade 65 1704 København V, Copenhagen, Denmark
The sixth edition of this flagship event of the European Commission will bring together policymakers, researchers, business leaders and the wider innovation community to discuss how research and innovation drives Europe’s competitiveness, sustainability and industrial leadership, underpinning the EU’s top priorities.
This year’s edition, “Together, towards a Research and Innovation Union”, will come at a pivotal moment of discussions on the EU’s next long-term budget and key policy actions such as the Startup and Scaleup Strategy, the European Life Sciences Strategy, the AI in Science Strategy and the European Innovation and European Research Area Acts. Join us for high-level discussions, engaging panels and networking opportunities that will shape the future of EU research and innovation.
The EBDVF 2025 is organised by the Big Data Value Association (BDVA), in collaboration with DTU – Technical University of Denmark and SDU – University of Southern Denmark.

MANUFUTURE 2025 Conference. Manufacturing for a Prosperous and Secure Tomorrow
2025-10-23 | SPARKS, 60 Rue Ravenstein 1000, Brussels, Belgium
Join us in Brussels, on the 23rd October, for a high-level Conference exploring the essential role of European manufacturing in strengthening Europe’s strategic autonomy and in addressing global challenges.
As the world navigates geopolitical fragmentation and technological disruption, Europe’s future hinges on revitalizing its manufacturing — not only for economic resilience but also to meet climate and security imperatives.
The conference will gather policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and innovators to shape actionable strategies for manufacturing research and innovation, knowledge and education, circularity, and defence readiness.
Stay tuned for the programme and registration details.

ALICE Logistics Innovation Summit
2025-10-23 - 2025-10-24 | Tangla Hotel Brussels
ALICE, the European Technology Platform for logistics will hold the ALICE Logistics Innovation Summit 2025 in Brussels on the 23-24th October 2025. This two-day event will bring together stakeholders from across the freight transport and logistics ecosystem to exchange knowledge, showcase innovations, explore the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the logistics sector in Europe and beyond.
The 2025 edition will take place on 23-24 October at the Tangla Hotel (Brussels) under the theme: “Freight transport and logistics innovation for a competitive Europe”.

Manufacturing Partnership Days 2025
2025-10-20 - 2025-10-22 | The Event Lounge Brussels
Save the date for the third edition of the Manufacturing Partnership Days, taking place on 20-21-22 October 2025 at the Event Lounge, Brussels.
This three-day event will bring together the manufacturing research and innovation community for inspiring presentations, interactive discussions, and valuable networking opportunities.
It will be a great occasion to discover and showcase the latest achievements and future goals of the Factories of the Future and Made in Europe projects.
The event will also feature an exhibition area, where attendees can meet project representatives, dive into detailed discussions, and network.
Stay tuned for more information and don’t hesitate to contact us.

SMART PO Proposers' Day - 9th Call
2025-10-14 | Enterprise Ireland, The Plaza, Eastpoint Business Park, Fairview, D03 E5R6, Dublin, Ireland
The Eureka SMART Cluster is an industry-driven initiative, focused on advanced manufacturing. Its mission is to enhance the competitiveness, growth, and sustainability of discrete manufacturing industries through collaborative, international research, development and innovation projects.
SMART has launched a new call for proposals with a deadline for submission on the 22nd January 2026.
In advance, Eureka and Enterprise Ireland are hosting a Project Outline (PO) proposers day. If you have an Innovative project idea related to advanced manufacturing and want to form an international consortium to develop it, come and join us at the face-to-face event on the 14th of October at the Enterprise Ireland offices at Eastpoint in Dublin.
The event will give you a chance to pitch your idea to an audience from a variety of backgrounds, including industry, academia, research centres and national funding agencies.
Further information and why you should participate, search for partners etc., all information is available here.

Europe's Rail Info Day 2025
2025-10-10 | online
Invitations are open for you to participate in the upcoming Info Day on 10 October 2025.
The online event will provide an overview of the objectives of the Europe’s Rail Research and Innovation Programme and will highlight opportunities for involvement in making rail a more attractive mode of transport for both passengers and businesses across Europe. Participants will also learn about Europe’s Rail funding opportunities under Europe’s Rail Call for Proposals 2025-02.
What to Expect:

A detailed overview of this year’s destinations; covering key areas such as automated train operations, regional rail services and green freight.
Guidance on the legal and financial aspects of proposal submission.
Networking with potential partners during the dedicated match-making sessions.
A live Q&A session with EU-Rail experts to address your questions directly.

The Europe’s Rail JU Call for project proposals 2025-02 will be open from 8 October 2025 and will close on 11 February 2026.

Urban Mobility Days 2025 Vilnius
2025-09-30 - 2025-10-03 | Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva Conference Centre, Konstitucijos prospektas 20, Vilnius 09308
This year’s event takes place from 30 September to 2 October in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania and European Green Capital 2025 award winner.
As the European Commission’s principal urban mobility policy conference, Urban Mobility Days (UMD) provides the ideal opportunity to network, debate, and e
Exchange on key European urban mobility policy issues with policymakers, local authorities, NGOs, academics, urban transport practitioners, and the industry
The UMD 2025 conference places urban mobility within the context of the new European Union priorities (“A new plan for Europe’s sustainable prosperity and competitiveness”, “Supporting people, strengthening our societies and our social model”). This will be highlighted by the cross-cutting topics of competitiveness, innovation, and tourism throughout the three days of the conference, each dedicated to urban nodes, cycling, and public transport.

EARPA Form Forum 2025 - Future of Road Mobility
2025-09-25 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Dublin) | The Egg
The European Automotive Research Partners Association (EARPA) is pleased to host the 5th edition of the Future of Road Mobility Forum – FORM Forum 2025 which will take place on 30 September – 1 October 2025 at The EGG in Brussels.
Join the leading Conference and Exhibition, where European automotive research leaders, industry, European Union and government representatives unite to discuss & shape the industry’s future. This year’s theme will focus on: Transitioning Road Mobility: Actions to Safeguard Europe’s Competitive Edge.
The event is open to the whole EARPA community including industry, research, government, and representatives from the European Commission. Register now.

ADRA Forum 2025
2025-09-23 - 2025-09-24 | Stavanger, Gunnar Warebergs gate 13, 4021, Stavanger, Norway
The third edition of the ADRA Forum brings together key stakeholders from industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, and innovators to explore the latest AI, Data, and Robotics trends and strategies. Participants will have the chance to network, showcase innovations, and discuss critical topics such as resilience, strategic autonomy, industrial deployment, and regulatory advancements. The event includes exhibitions, poster displays, and interactive sessions designed to connect professionals across the ADR ecosystem.

European Research & Innovation Days 2025
2025-09-16 - 2025-09-17 | The Square, The Square Mont des Arts/Kunstberg, B-1000 Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
The sixth edition of this flagship event of the European Commission will bring together policymakers, researchers, business leaders and the wider innovation community to discuss how research and innovation drives Europe’s competitiveness, sustainability and industrial leadership, underpinning the EU’s top priorities.
This year’s edition, “Together, towards a Research and Innovation Union”, will come at a pivotal moment of discussions on the EU’s next long-term budget and key policy actions such as the Startup and Scaleup Strategy, the European Life Sciences Strategy, the AI in Science Strategy and the European Innovation and European Research Area Acts. Join us for high-level discussions, engaging panels and networking opportunities that will shape the future of EU research and innovation.

Chips JU Workshop on Microelectronics for 6G – Front End Module
2025-09-09 09:15 - 12:30 (Europe/Dublin) | online
The aim of this “Microelectronics for 6G – Front End Module” workshop is to gather detailed feedback about the needs, challenges and priorities of relevant stakeholders for a Focus Topic under consideration on the FEM extension, which is a strategic domain for 6G developments. The Focus Topic would also aim at supporting innovation in the sector and would be part of the Chips JU Work Programme 2026 in complement and synergy with the planned FEM activities under the SNS programme.
The proposed FEM extension is intended to complement the current FEM call under SNS, which will not allow to address a complete set of architectural scenarios, technological assessment and integration of all relevant modules. From the starting point of SNS activities on FEM detailed design for partial FR3 Operations (7-15 GHz), a call extension to complement these activities is critical to secure business impact for a European FEM solution targeting 6G FR3.
Structure and expected outcome of the workshop
The workshop will be structured in two sessions: the first one centred on FEM semiconductor enabling technologies and R&I requirements that are needed to secure the technological basis to develop a FEM; the second one centred on integration/validation aspects, PoC developments and pre-industrialisation through use of Pilot lines.

Photonics Ireland Conference 2025
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-05 | Radisson Blu, Little Island, Cork, Ireland
The 11th instalment of the biennial Photonics Ireland conference brings together PhD students, early career and established researchers as well as industry representatives working in photonics and semiconductor research.
This conference presents the state-of-the-art research and challenges in these fields, and provides a platform for scientific exchange and networking on a national, European and international level.
The 2025 edition of Photonics Ireland is taking place in Cork, Ireland from 3rd to 5th September 2025 and is hosted by IPIC, the Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland, formerly Science Foundation Ireland Centre for photonics.
We invite you to the 11th instalment of the biennial Photonics Ireland conference. This event will bring together PhD students, early career and established researchers as well as industry representatives working in photonics and semiconductor research. This conference presents the state-of-the-art research and challenges in these fields and provides a platform for scientific exchange and networking on a national, European and international level.
The programme comprises of invited talks from academics as well as industry representatives, poster sessions, short talks by participants and networking sessions.

European Optical Society Annual Meeting
2025-08-24 08:00 - 2025-08-28 17:00 (Europe/Dublin) | European Optics
The 13th European Optical Society Annual Meeting is a major international scientific conference and exhibition covering all aspects of optics and photonics, organized in close collaboration with The Delft University of Technology, TU Delft. EOSAM covers all aspects of optics and photonics across topical meetings and sessions. Attended annually by around 500 top researchers, key leaders, students, and industry experts from over 30 different countries all over the world, it offers a platform for presenting the most recent research results, connecting and catching up, as well as bridging the gap between research, education, and industry.
EOSOM is organised by the European Optical Society in close collaboration with The Delft University of Technology, TU Delft.

Horizon Europe - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Networks 2025 - Call info day
2025-06-24
About the event
When: 24 June 2025 08:30 (GMT+01:00)

This is an information event for the MSCA-DN-2025 call for proposals which will open on 28 May 2025. The main objectives are to:
Inform all potential applicants and stakeholders about the key aspects of the MSCA-DN-2025 call for proposals
Promote the Industrial Doctorate and Joint Doctorate modes and present the main incentives
Description
The Doctoral Networks are a key part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions under the Framework Programme Horizon Europe. There are three different implementation modes: Standard Doctoral Networks (DNs), Joint Doctorates (JDs) and Industrial Doctorates (IDs).
The MSCA 2025 Call Info event aims at informing all potential applicants and stakeholders about all important requirements for 2025 and promoting the ID and JD modes. The participants will have the opportunity to raise their questions through Slido, in advance of the event (as of 29 May 2025) and during the Q&A session of the event.
It will be an online event, which will be opened with a welcome address and some introductory remarks, followed by the main presentation of the DN-2025 call. After a short coffee-break, a live Q&A session will take place through Slido.
Download agenda

More information on the event here.

EPoSS Annual Forum
2025-06-03 - 2025-06-06 | Neuchâtel, Switzerland, Switzerland

EuCNC & 6G Summit
2025-06-03 - 2025-06-06 | Poznan, Poland, Poland

How approach Cluster 6 funding opportunities. On-Site: Warsaw
2025-05-28
The on-site training How to approach Horizon Europe Cluster 6 funding opportunities is a unique opportunity for those are interested in Horizon Europe proposals under Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment
Areas. The training is organised by the CARE4BIO NCPs network back-to-back with the 2025 brokerage events for offering an exclusive two-days programme to get ready in/for 2025 proposal submission.
The training, after an introductive overview of the Cluster 6 programme and related opportunities, will deeply involve the participants in understanding the most relevant proposal writing aspects through a series of interactive sessions.
The participants will benefit from knowledge and practical approach thanks to the experiences of EC experts, NCPs and CL6 participants from Widening Countries.
Follow the the link for more information here.

Horizon Europe Cluster 6 Calls 2025 Brokerage Event
2025-05-27
Are you gearing up for a project proposal in Horizon Europe’s Cluster 6? Looking to identify suitable project partners? Experience tells us that nothing beats networking face-to-face. Do not miss this opportunity to expand your network in beautiful Warsaw Old Town.
The network of National Contact Points for Cluster 6, CARE4BIO, invites you to participate in the on-site networking event in Warsaw on 27 May 2025 for the upcoming 2025 calls in Horizon Europe Cluster 6 ‘Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment’! The brokerage event complements the European Commission’s Cluster 6 Info Days for the 2025 calls, which will take place on 20 and 21 May, online. Registration for the onsite Brokerage event in Warsaw is open.
The CARE4BIO brokerage event (#CARE4BIOBrokerage) will be dedicated to consortium building. The objective is to gather all relevant stakeholders intending to apply for funding in the Horizon Europe Cluster 6 Calls 2025. The main part of the event will comprise bilateral meetings between participants from Europe and beyond interested in the same topics, seeking to share new project ideas and find collaboration partners. Thus, the brokerage event will help you to build your consortium for the for the upcoming Horizon Europe Cluster 6 Calls 2025.
Participation is free of charge, but registration is mandatory.
Please note that registration does not automatically guarantee that you will be accepted as a participant.
Register here!

Horizon Europe info days - EU Missions
2025-05-22 - 2025-05-23
About the event

When: 22 May 2025 – 23 May 2025 08:30 (GMT+01:00)
Are you interested in funding opportunities for projects helping to reach the EU Missions goals in the areas of health, climate and the environment? Would you like to contribute to bring concrete solutions to some of the greatest challenges facing our society?
Join the European Commission online and learn more about the new calls in the Missions’ part of the main Work Programme 2025 under Horizon Europe for each mission:
Adaptation to Climate Change Mission
Cancer Mission
100 Climate-Neutral and Smart cities by 2030 Mission
Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030 Mission
A Soil Deal for Europe Mission
The EU Missions part of the main Work Programme 2025 under Horizon Europe contains new mission specific calls and topics to support the full implementation of missions according to their implementation plans.
More information available here.
