HORIZON-CL4-2027-05-DIGITAL – Achieving Open Strategic Autonomy in Digital and Emerging Enabling Technologies

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  • Agency:
    Horizon Europe – Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness

The Office of Grants and Research (OGR), KNUST, invites eligible researchers and institutions to apply for the HORIZON-CL4-2027-05-DIGITAL funding opportunity under Horizon Europe. This call supports collaborative research and innovation projects that strengthen open strategic autonomy in digital and emerging enabling technologies, contributing to Europe's competitiveness and technological leadership.

Funder: Horizon Europe – Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness

Grant Amount: Up to EUR 5,000,000

Eligibility:
Applications are open to academic institutions, commercial organizations, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. Researchers at all career stages, from early-career to established researchers, are eligible to participate, subject to the Horizon Europe participation requirements.

Research Areas:

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Photonics and Optical Communication

Application Deadline:
18 March 2027

About the Grant:
The HORIZON-CL4-2027-05-DIGITAL call supports research and innovation projects that advance open strategic autonomy in digital and emerging enabling technologies. The programme seeks to foster cutting-edge technological solutions, strengthen research collaboration, and enhance industrial competitiveness through innovative digital technologies.

Application Information:
https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/calls-for-proposals?callIdentifier=HORIZON-CL4-2027-05

Researchers interested in applying are encouraged to contact the Office of Grants and Research (OGR), KNUST, for guidance and support throughout the application process.