LIFE
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) will present a series of virtual information sessions on the LIFE 2026 Calls for proposals during the EU LIFE 2026 info days from 28 to 30 April. The programme and all useful information can be found here. The Info Days also aim to explain how to prepare an application and what makes an excellent proposal.
These live sessions will guide potential applicants through the new Calls for proposals and the priority topics for 2026 under the four LIFE sub-programmes:
- Nature and biodiversity;
- Circular economy and quality of life;
- Climate change mitigation and adaptation;
- Clean energy transition.
More detailed information on the LIFE Programme is available on the CINEA Website
Open Calls
https://cinea.ec.europa.eu/life-calls-proposals-2026_en
The LIFE Calls for proposals 2026 will be published on the Funding & Tenders portal on 21 April 2026.
The Calls will subsequently be presented at the EU LIFE info days, planned from 28 to 30 April 2026. Registrations will open on 2 March.
BE READY
BE READY: European Partnership for Pandemic Preparedness (BE READY) has officially launched its first Joint Transnational Call titled: “advancing knowledge on host–pathogen dynamics to better tackle emerging infectious diseases.” – 120 million from HE to strengthen research on emerging pathogens and accelerate the development of vaccines, therapies, and diagnostics, aiming to build an integrated European research and innovation ecosystem within the Union’s health security framework to anticipate and respond to future pandemic threats.
The BE READY Joint Transnational Call offers €16.4 million for transnational, collaborative, and interdisciplinary research on emerging and re-emerging pathogens with pandemic potential, focusing on priority viral families (Coronaviridae, Filoviridae, Flaviviridae, Orthomyxoviridae) or the “Pathogen X” approach. Projects, lasting up to 36 months, must involve consortia of at least three partners from three eligible countries and integrate sex, gender, and diversity
LINK Joint Transnational Calls – BE READY PLUS
Open Calls
BE READY Joint Transnational Call 2026: Advancing knowledge of host and pathogens dynamics to better combat emerging diseases.
LINK: https://beready4pandemics.eu/joint-transnational-calls/
Deadline for pre-proposal submission – 13 April 2026
Deadline full proposals – 20 August 2026
BrainHealth JTC2026
EP BrainHealth – European Partnership for Brain Health
The European Partnership for Brain Health (EP BrainHealth) is a major initiative involving over 55 partners from more than 30 countries across Europe and beyond, co-funded by the European Commission. Launched in January 2026, it is one of the largest collaborative efforts in brain research worldwide.
Open Calls
EP BrainHealth Call 1
Biological, social and environmental factors that impact the trajectory of brain health across the lifespan in the field of neurological, mental and sensory disorders
EP BrainHealth Call 2
Biological, social and environmental factors that impact the trajectory of brain health across the lifespan in the field of neurodegeneration
Strengthening brain health research – EP BrainHealth
Deadline for pre-proposal submission – March 10, 2026
Deadline full proposals – June 30, 2026
EUP AH&W
The submission tool of the European Partnership on Animal Health and Welfare
Open Calls
Second transnational call within the framework of the European Partnership Animal Health and Welfare
LINK: EUPAHW: Call 2 PP
Deadline for pre-proposal submission – March 30, 2026
Cluster 6 - Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment
These calls help deliver sustainable food systems, protect biodiversity, and drive circular bioeconomy approaches. Spanning agriculture, ecosystems, and natural resources, this cluster offers rich opportunities for researchers and innovators building a greener, more resource-efficient Europe.
Focus: Ensuring sustainability and resilience of food systems and ecosystems.
Key areas:
- Biodiversity and ecosystem services
- Sustainable agriculture, forestry, and fisheries
- Circular bioeconomy
- Food systems and security
- Water and soil management
Open Calls
Cluster 5 - Climate, Energy & Mobility
These calls support forward-looking collaborations tackling climate change and accelerating the green transition. Opportunities cover clean energy systems, sustainable mobility, and climate adaptation. Whether your work advances low-carbon solutions, smart transport, or resilience strategies, this cluster provides a strong platform for impact.
Focus: Achieving climate neutrality and sustainable transport and energy systems.
Key areas:
- Climate science and solutions
- Energy systems and grids
- Renewable energy
- Smart and sustainable mobility
- Energy efficiency and storage
Cluster 4 - Digital, Industry & Space
These calls empower cutting-edge projects shaping Europe’s digital transformation, industrial leadership, and space innovation. With topics ranging from advanced manufacturing to AI and next-generation space systems, this cluster offers exciting possibilities for innovators driving Europe’s technological future.
Focus: Driving digital and industrial transformation and ensuring technological sovereignty.
Key areas:
- Advanced manufacturing and materials
- Artificial intelligence, data, and robotics
- Microelectronics and photonics
- Space technologies and applications
- Circular and low-carbon industry
Cluster 3 - Civil Security for Society
These calls back ambitious partnerships that enhance Europe’s security and resilience. From disaster preparedness to cybersecurity and crime prevention, opportunities span a wide range of priorities. Whether you work on technologies, policies, or cross-sector strategies, there’s a Horizon Europe pathway to boost societal safety.
Focus: Protecting citizens from crime, terrorism, and disasters.
Key areas:
- Disaster-resilient societies
- Protection and security
- Cybersecurity
- Border management
Cluster 2 - Culture, Creativity & Inclusive Society
These calls support collaborative projects that strengthen democratic governance, foster cultural and creative innovation, and promote social inclusion. With diverse topics across key Destinations, researchers and stakeholders can advance understanding, drive societal change, and help build resilient, inclusive European communities.
Focus: Strengthening democratic governance, social cohesion, and cultural heritage.
Key areas:
- Democracy and governance
- Cultural heritage and creative industries
- Social and economic transformations
- Migration, identity, and inclusion
Cluster 1 - Health
These calls will support ambitious, collaborative projects that tackle Europe’s most pressing health challenges. With a wide range of topics across key Destinations, there’s a wealth of opportunities for researchers, innovators, and stakeholders across the health ecosystem. Whether your work addresses prevention, diagnosis, treatment, or healthcare delivery, there’s a Horizon Europe opportunity for you.
Explore the Full List of Cluster 1 – Health Topics:
- Staying healthy in a rapidly changing society
- Living and working in a health-promoting environment
- Tackling diseases and reducing disease burden
- Developing and using new tools, technologies and digital solutions for a healthy society
- Maintaining an innovative, sustainable, and competitive EU health industry
- Ensuring equal access to innovative, sustainable, and high-quality healthcare
These topics reflect Europe’s commitment to a more resilient, equitable, and digitally empowered healthcare system.
Open Calls