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The European Commission invites applications for the Horizon Europe 2027 funding opportunity focused on materials and product innovation under the EU’s research and innovation programme. The initiative aims to support projects that advance innovative materials, improve product development, and promote sustainable and competitive industrial processes across Europe.

The funding opportunity is intended to strengthen European industrial competitiveness by supporting research, technological development, and innovation. Interested organisations should review the official call requirements and submit their applications by 2 February 2027 .

Call Reference: HORIZON-CL4-2027-01-MAT-PROD-50

Opportunity Type: Research and Innovation Grant

Funding Amount: Refer to the official call documentation

Eligible Applicants: Research organisations, universities, SMEs, industry partners, and other eligible entities

Eligible Countries: Countries eligible under the Horizon Europe programme and the specific call conditions

Project Duration: Refer to the official call documentation

Official Application Portal: EU Funding & Tenders Portal

The Horizon Europe materials and product innovation funding opportunity supports research and innovation aimed at advancing materials, developing new products, and improving industrial processes. It forms part of the European Union’s broader efforts to strengthen technological capabilities, encourage sustainable production , and improve the competitiveness of European industries.

Innovative materials and product development can help industries improve product performance, use resources more efficiently, and respond to environmental and market challenges. Through Horizon Europe, the European Commission supports eligible projects that contribute to scientific progress, technological development, and industrial innovation.

Applicants should ensure that their proposed projects align with the specific objectives, expected outcomes, and scope described in the official call documentation.

The funding opportunity provides financial support for eligible research and innovation activities under Horizon Europe. The specific funding amount, funding rate, and eligible costs for this call should be confirmed in the official call documents.

Potential benefits of participation include:

Supporting research into innovative materials and product technologies.

Improving manufacturing processes and industrial performance.

Encouraging collaboration between research institutions and industry.

Advancing sustainable and resource-efficient production.

Helping innovative solutions progress towards industrial application.

Strengthening the competitiveness and technological capabilities of participating organisations.

The funding conditions and eligible project costs depend on the specific call requirements and the applicable Horizon Europe rules.

Eligibility is determined by the Horizon Europe programme rules and the specific conditions of the call.

Potentially relevant applicants may include:

Research organisations: Institutions conducting research and technological development.

Universities and higher education institutions: Organisations contributing scientific expertise and innovation.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs): Businesses developing innovative materials, products, or manufacturing technologies.

Industry partners: Companies seeking to improve industrial processes or develop new technologies.

Other eligible entities: Organisations that can contribute to the call’s objectives and satisfy the applicable participation requirements.

Applicants should verify the eligible countries, legal entity requirements, and any consortium conditions on the official Funding & Tenders Portal before preparing their proposals.

Projects must address the specific scope of the call and contribute to its expected outcomes. Relevant areas may include the following, subject to the official topic description.

Research and innovation activities may focus on developing or improving materials with enhanced performance, functionality, durability, or sustainability.

Projects may explore new product concepts, improved product performance, and innovative approaches to product development that address industrial or market needs.

Proposals may investigate production methods that improve resource efficiency, reduce environmental impacts, or support more sustainable industrial operations where these activities fall within the call’s scope.

Industrial Research and Technological Development

Projects may support the development, testing, and validation of innovative technologies that can contribute to industrial progress and competitiveness.

Cooperation between research organisations, universities, SMEs, and industrial partners may help connect scientific knowledge with practical applications and support the development of market-relevant innovations.

Applicants should consult the official topic description to confirm which activities and technologies are specifically eligible under this call.

Materials and product innovation plays an important role in strengthening industrial competitiveness and supporting sustainable economic development. New materials and improved manufacturing methods can help industries address technical challenges, improve product quality, and make more efficient use of resources.

The Horizon Europe programme supports research and innovation that can contribute to Europe’s technological development and industrial transformation . By enabling eligible organisations to develop and validate innovative solutions, this funding opportunity may help bridge the gap between research and industrial application.

For research institutions, universities, SMEs, and industry partners, the call offers an opportunity to pursue projects that align with the EU’s research and innovation priorities.

Applications must be prepared and submitted through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal accordi