Non-thematic research actions targeting disruptive technologies for defence

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY

Financing entity European Commission
Programme European Defence Fund
Type of action EDF-LS EDF Lump Sum Grants
Call Call for disruptive EDF research actions implemented via lump sum grants (EDF-2023-LS-RA-DIS)

Objectives of the call
The proposals are sought for cutting-edge, high-risk/high-impact research leading to game-changing impact in a defence context. The proposals may address any area of interest for defence, such as, but not limited to, the following ones:
– tools and applications improving cybersecurity talents screening;
– artificial intelligence and robotic autonomous systems;
– future naval platform control and management;
– smart damage control related to future naval platforms;
– secure and reliable underwater communication solutions and interfaces;
– solutions for mechanical and “green” chemical recycling of waste of soldier
individual equipment;
– concepts and corresponding technologies to ensure a safe water reuse;
– synthetic fuel production from waste and biomass for military use.

Who can apply? In order to be eligible, the applicants (beneficiaries and affiliated entities) must be:

• legal entities, be established in one of the eligible countries, i.e.: EU Member States,
• non-EU countries: listed EEA countries, have their executive management structure
• established in eligible countries, must not be subject to control by a non-associated
• third country or nonassociated third-country entity.

How to apply? Electronically via the Founding & Tenders Portal Electronic Submission System

Deadline 22 November 2023

Call budget: EUR 16 000 000

More information
https://ec.europa.eu/info/fundingtenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/edf-2023-ls-ra-disnt