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Advancing lead markets and proof-of-concept for deep tech solutions contributing to EU Missions

Funds proof-of-concept work on deep tech solutions relevant to the EU Missions, taking technologies up to TRL 7 while testing procurement and financing models that create lead markets for them.

This is a single-stage Horizon Europe Innovation Action that closed for applications on 31 March 2026, funding 2 grants from an EUR 8 million budget at EUR 4 million EU contribution each. Up to 50% of a grant can go toward actually procuring the developed solutions, capped at 25% of the procurement itself and subject to prior agreement with the Commission. Proposals should build on insights from t

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