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Zentrales Innovationsprogramm Mittelstand (ZIM)

Funds German SME R&D projects, covering up to 60% of eligible costs.

Funding covers up to 60% of eligible costs, with the rate varying by project type and company size. Project cost ceilings differ by track -- 550,000 euros for individual projects, 450,000 euros for cooperation projects, 220,000 euros for research institutions -- and total project costs on larger collaborations can reach 2,300,000 euros. An overhead markup of up to 100% (companies) or 85% (research

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.