Innovation

RFAs: Bioeconomy Policy Support Hub for Member States and Regions

Deadline: 17-Sep-2026 The European Commission is requesting grant applications to support Member States and regions in developing, coordinating, and implementing effective bioeconomy policies and strategies across Europe. The initiative will establish a European Bioeconomy Policy Support Hub that … [Read more...] about RFAs: Bioeconomy Policy Support Hub for Member States and Regions

Funding Available to Support Standardisation Research for Bio-Based Products

Deadline: 17-Sep-2026 The European Commission is inviting grant applications to support research, innovation, and standardisation activities that strengthen industrial competitiveness and environmental sustainability within the bio-based sector. The funding aims to accelerate the development of … [Read more...] about Funding Available to Support Standardisation Research for Bio-Based Products

Call for Entries: OPay Innovation Challenge (Nigeria)

Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 The Innovation Challenge Nigeria 2026 is designed to support talented Nigerian undergraduate students through funding, mentorship, innovation development, and professional career opportunities within Africa’s fast-growing technology ecosystem. The programme encourages … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: OPay Innovation Challenge (Nigeria)

Apply now for Straits Committee Small Project Initiative

Deadline: 16-Oct-2026 The Straits Committee Small Project Initiative provides funding for legally constituted organisations in the United Kingdom, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands to develop cross-border projects that promote international cooperation, innovation, and mutual community … [Read more...] about Apply now for Straits Committee Small Project Initiative

Automatic Extraction of Pinna Shape Anatomical Landmarks Challenge

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Automatic Extraction of Pinna Shape Anatomical Landmarks Challenge invites students and recent graduates from Europe and the United Kingdom to develop innovative media technology solutions focused on automatic extraction of anatomical landmarks from pinna shapes. The … [Read more...] about Automatic Extraction of Pinna Shape Anatomical Landmarks Challenge

CFAs: Industry-Academia Research and Development Programme

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Industry-Academia Research and Development Programme supports collaborative innovation projects between industries and research institutions in India and France. The programme funds solution-driven research focused on developing innovative products, processes, … [Read more...] about CFAs: Industry-Academia Research and Development Programme

Entries Open: Social Fiction Design Competition

Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Social Fiction Design Competition invites writers, filmmakers, artists, animators, and creative thinkers worldwide to imagine the life of a young person in the year 2050 through powerful Social Fiction storytelling. The competition encourages visionary ideas addressing … [Read more...] about Entries Open: Social Fiction Design Competition

Submit Proposals: Enhancing Methods for Groundwater Ecosystem Evaluation and Conservation

Deadline: 17-Sep-2026 The European Commission is inviting grant applications to advance scientific methods for evaluating groundwater ecosystems and strengthening environmental protection under EU water legislation. The initiative supports innovative research on groundwater biodiversity, … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals: Enhancing Methods for Groundwater Ecosystem Evaluation and Conservation

Call for Proposals: Adding New Advanced AI-Based Capabilities to the LDTs Toolbox

Deadline: 13-Jul-2026 The LDT4SSC Work Strand 3 (WS3) Call for Pilots offers at least €2.9 million in EU funding to support AI-powered Local Digital Twin (LDT) projects across Europe. The initiative focuses on interoperability, open-source digital infrastructure, climate resilience, mobility … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Adding New Advanced AI-Based Capabilities to the LDTs Toolbox

Entries open for Bett Asia Awards for Educational Excellence

Deadline: 16-Jul-2026 The Bett Asia Awards 2026 recognise educators, institutions, EdTech companies, and innovators transforming education across the Asia-Pacific region through technology-driven solutions. The awards celebrate excellence in AI, digital learning, inclusion, sustainability, … [Read more...] about Entries open for Bett Asia Awards for Educational Excellence

RFPs: Advancing European Bio-based Innovation through Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing

Deadline: 17-Sep-2026 The European Commission has launched a Horizon Europe funding opportunity under HORIZON-CL6-2026-01-CIRCBIO-07 to support advanced research and innovation in biotechnology, life sciences, and biomanufacturing. The programme aims to develop sustainable, circular, and … [Read more...] about RFPs: Advancing European Bio-based Innovation through Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing

Applications open for Basic Skills for Economic Growth and Innovation

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is inviting proposals under the Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Actions framework to strengthen evidence on how basic skills contribute to productivity, innovation, competitiveness, and economic growth across Europe. The call supports large-scale … [Read more...] about Applications open for Basic Skills for Economic Growth and Innovation

Call for Applications: Young Researcher Grant Program (Brazil)

Deadline: 10-Aug-2026 The Young Researcher Research Grant Program supports high-impact, innovative research led by early-career researchers in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It aims to build independent research careers, attract internationally experienced scientists, and strengthen institutional … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Young Researcher Grant Program (Brazil)

Entries open for Dawn Project Climate and Health Challenge

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The Climate and Health Challenge 2026 by The Dawn Project is a global creative competition that explores the link between climate change and human health through writing, art, design, and music. It invites participants of all ages to submit original work that promotes … [Read more...] about Entries open for Dawn Project Climate and Health Challenge

Calling for Applications: Practice and Action Projects (Hong Kong)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The Environment and Conservation Fund (ECF) Committee is accepting applications for the 2026/27 Practice and Action Projects Funding Scheme to support community-based environmental protection and conservation projects in Hong Kong. The programme supports projects focused on … [Read more...] about Calling for Applications: Practice and Action Projects (Hong Kong)

Entries open for Democracy Hackathon 2026

Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The Hack the Hate, Renew Democracy initiative is inviting multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative digital tools that combat online hate speech, disinformation, and harmful online behavior while strengthening democratic systems and public trust. Selected teams will … [Read more...] about Entries open for Democracy Hackathon 2026

Applications open for Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 (Thailand)

Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 is inviting filmmakers, students, NGOs, social enterprises, and changemakers across Asia to submit 3–6 minute short films focused on the theme “Empowering Communities” under the concept “Root – Persevere – Flourish.” The festival … [Read more...] about Applications open for Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 (Thailand)

Call for Submissions: Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 (Philippines)

Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 is inviting filmmakers, students, NGOs, social enterprises, and changemakers from the Philippines to submit 3–6 minute short films under the theme “Community Empowerment” with the tagline “Belonging, Resilience, and … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 (Philippines)

SciQuest Summer Exploration – National Poster Competition (India)

Deadline: 21-Jun-2026 The Department of Science and Technology (DST), in association with the National Innovation Foundation (NIF) and MyGov, has launched SciQuest Summer Exploration, a national poster competition for students of Classes VI–VIII. The initiative encourages scientific … [Read more...] about SciQuest Summer Exploration – National Poster Competition (India)

Call for Applications: Pilot STI Flagship Projects

Deadline: 16-Jun-2026 The BRICS STI Framework Programme Pilot STI Flagship Projects Call supports collaborative research, innovation, and interdisciplinary projects addressing global and societal challenges across BRICS countries. The programme focuses on Digital Earth … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Pilot STI Flagship Projects

CFPs: Fostering Global Partnerships in Cultural Policies and CCI Innovation

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The Horizon Europe Cultural Collaboration Programme is a European Commission funding initiative designed to support international cultural cooperation, creative industry development, and innovative cultural policy research. The programme forms part of the broader Horizon … [Read more...] about CFPs: Fostering Global Partnerships in Cultural Policies and CCI Innovation

NCCA Music Grants and Capacity-Building Programs (Philippines)

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) Philippines invites applications for six music-focused grant streams to strengthen Filipino music education, creativity, innovation, cultural preservation, and creative industry … [Read more...] about NCCA Music Grants and Capacity-Building Programs (Philippines)

NCLT Grants for Filipino Studies and Translation Projects (Philippines)

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The National Committee on Language and Translation (NCLT) under the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) funds projects that advance Filipino-language scholarship, translation, preservation of indigenous languages, and innovative language-education outputs. … [Read more...] about NCLT Grants for Filipino Studies and Translation Projects (Philippines)

Moonshot Platform Idea Grant for Young Changemakers

Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 The Moonshot Platform Idea grant is designed for young people with ambitious, early-stage ideas that can create meaningful social or environmental change. It recognises innovations that are still in development but already show promise through a prototype, plan, or proof of … [Read more...] about Moonshot Platform Idea Grant for Young Changemakers

Learning Grant for Future-Focused Education Innovators

Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 The Moonshot Learning Grant is designed for young founders and idea-makers working on educational innovation. It focuses on early-stage projects that respond to changing learning needs and help more learners thrive in uncertain and evolving environments. The Grant encourages … [Read more...] about Learning Grant for Future-Focused Education Innovators

Moonshot Health Grant for Youth-Led Healthcare Innovation

Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 The Moonshot Health Grant is designed for young founders, scientists, and medical practitioners working on breakthrough health innovations. It focuses on solutions that can improve health outcomes, make healthcare more accessible, and reduce inequalities in access to … [Read more...] about Moonshot Health Grant for Youth-Led Healthcare Innovation

CFAs: Youth-Led Non Profit Innovation Award Programme

Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 This programme is designed for young leaders running non-profit organisations that are already making a difference in their communities. It focuses on helping early-stage initiatives grow in a sustainable way while expanding their ability to serve vulnerable groups and respond … [Read more...] about CFAs: Youth-Led Non Profit Innovation Award Programme

Nominations open for Social Enterprise Awards 2026 (Uganda)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Social Enterprise Awards Uganda 2026 is designed to recognise and celebrate organisations and individuals driving social, economic, and environmental impact in Uganda. Building on the success of the 2024 and 2025 editions, the awards continue to highlight scalable, … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Social Enterprise Awards 2026 (Uganda)

Art on Climate International Illustration Competition for Climate Action

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Art on Climate International Illustration Competition is a global creative initiative that uses visual storytelling to communicate climate change and inspire action. It is open to individuals anywhere in the world who are at least 18 years old as of 17 May 2026. The … [Read more...] about Art on Climate International Illustration Competition for Climate Action

Open Call: Innovation, Commerce and English Language Collaboration (Algeria)

Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 The Prosperity through Partnership initiative is a public diplomacy and economic engagement opportunity from the U.S. Department of State’s U.S. Embassy Algiers. It is designed to strengthen U.S.-Algeria cooperation in trade, entrepreneurship, technology, and English language … [Read more...] about Open Call: Innovation, Commerce and English Language Collaboration (Algeria)

Applications open for Austrian-American Partnership Fund (Austria)

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The Austrian-American Partnership Fund is a public diplomacy grant programme from the U.S. Department of State’s U.S. Embassy Vienna. It supports projects that strengthen Austria-U.S. relations through education, culture, policy dialogue, and cooperation on strategic … [Read more...] about Applications open for Austrian-American Partnership Fund (Austria)

Funding Opportunity: U.S.–EU Cooperation on Innovation and Growth (Belgium)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The “Launching the Next 250 Years of American and European Innovation and Growth” initiative is a funding opportunity from the U.S. Mission to the European Union. It is designed to commemorate America’s 250th birthday while highlighting the value of transatlantic … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity: U.S.–EU Cooperation on Innovation and Growth (Belgium)

Call on “Artistic Intelligence” for Art–Science–Technology Innovation

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding projects that use the arts as a driver of innovation, public engagement, and human-centred problem solving. The call promotes “artistic intelligence” as a way to make complex scientific and technological issues more accessible, emotionally … [Read more...] about Call on “Artistic Intelligence” for Art–Science–Technology Innovation

Call on AI Integration in Cultural and Creative Sectors and Industries

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 Overview The European Commission is funding projects that accelerate the responsible integration of artificial intelligence in Cultural and Creative Sectors and Industries. The goal is to help creators, cultural professionals, policymakers, and technology developers use AI in … [Read more...] about Call on AI Integration in Cultural and Creative Sectors and Industries

CFPs: Accelerating Access to Low Carbon Mobility Solutions through Digitalization

Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 UN-Habitat’s ACCESS project is seeking Expressions of Interest from universities and NGOs in Argentina and Ecuador to help accelerate low-carbon urban mobility through digital tools and policy support. The project is funded by the International Climate Initiative (IKI) and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Accelerating Access to Low Carbon Mobility Solutions through Digitalization

CFAs: Migration and Asylum Policy Research and Innovation Grant

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 This European Commission call supports research and innovation actions that help implement the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum while improving inclusion and health equity for migrants and refugees. The topic combines migration governance, human rights, public policy, and … [Read more...] about CFAs: Migration and Asylum Policy Research and Innovation Grant

Request for Proposals: Sustainable Paths to Media Viability

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 This European Commission opportunity supports projects that improve the long-term sustainability of news media in the European Union. It focuses on helping independent journalism remain financially viable while adapting to digital change, misinformation pressures, and new … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Sustainable Paths to Media Viability

Applications open for Making Europe a Global Magnet for Talent and Skilled Workers

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 Horizon Europe topic HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-06 funds research and innovation actions that identify how to attract and retain international students, researchers, and high-skilled workers in the EU and Associated Countries. The call is single-stage, has a €10 million … [Read more...] about Applications open for Making Europe a Global Magnet for Talent and Skilled Workers

CHiwi Foundation Space Exploration Science Grants Program (Switzerland)

Deadline: 15-Sep-2026 The CHiwi Foundation is a Switzerland-based nonprofit that funds scientific advancement through research support, education, and innovation-driven projects. Its Space Exploration Science Grants Program is designed to back bold, original research that expands humanity’s … [Read more...] about CHiwi Foundation Space Exploration Science Grants Program (Switzerland)

Open Call: Energy Communities Development Grant Programme (Austria)

Deadline: 16-Jul-2026 The Energy Communities Development Grant Programme provides non-repayable grants to help start, expand, and integrate energy communities through participation, innovation (storage, digitalisation, automation), and improved system flexibility. Eligible applicants can receive up … [Read more...] about Open Call: Energy Communities Development Grant Programme (Austria)

Applications open for Stellar x CV Labs Accelerator for Fintech Startups

Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 The Stellar x CV Labs Accelerator is a 12-week program for early-stage startups in DeFi, payments, and real-world assets (RWA) across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). It combines remote learning, in-person sessions in Cape Town and Demo Day at Stellar Meridian … [Read more...] about Applications open for Stellar x CV Labs Accelerator for Fintech Startups

Call for Entries: JournalismAI Skills Lab

Deadline: 21-Jun-2026 The JournalismAI Skills Lab is a free 14-week virtual programme that trains journalism professionals to apply large language models (LLMs), generative AI, and AI agents in newsroom workflows. It focuses on hands-on development of AI tools, prototypes, and journalistic … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: JournalismAI Skills Lab

Open Call: Rethinking Long-Term Care Policy in the Face of EU Demographic Shifts

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding projects under Horizon Europe to improve long-term care systems across the EU by strengthening policy effectiveness, affordability, accessibility, workforce capacity, and integrated care models. The call supports research and innovation … [Read more...] about Open Call: Rethinking Long-Term Care Policy in the Face of EU Demographic Shifts

Call for Immersive Innovation and Skills Development Programme (Ireland)

Deadline: 08-Jul-2026 The Innovators’ Initiative II (STEP) programme provides funding for Irish publicly funded research organisations to develop innovation training aligned with EU Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform (STEP) priorities. It supports deep tech, green transition, digital … [Read more...] about Call for Immersive Innovation and Skills Development Programme (Ireland)

RFAs: Research and Innovation Network for a Union of Equality

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission’s Research and Innovation Network for a Union of Equality is a Horizon Europe Coordination and Support Action aimed at strengthening inclusive, equal, and resilient democratic societies across the EU. With €4.5 million in funding, it supports … [Read more...] about RFAs: Research and Innovation Network for a Union of Equality

CFPs: Strengthening SSH and STEM Research and Innovation Cooperation

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission SSH–STEM Cooperation Action under Horizon Europe supports coordination and strategic initiatives that strengthen collaboration between Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). With €3.5 million in … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening SSH and STEM Research and Innovation Cooperation

Empowering Women in Tech – Essay Scholarship (United States)

Deadline: 15-Nov-2026 The Empowering Women in Tech – Essay Scholarship is a $3,000 scholarship launched by Designli to support female students in the United States pursuing careers in technology, AI, and entrepreneurship. Applicants must submit a 1,000-word essay on women’s role in the AI business … [Read more...] about Empowering Women in Tech – Essay Scholarship (United States)

Call for Applications: Anjani Mashelkar Innovation Prize (India)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Anjani Mashelkar Prize supports innovators developing affordable, high-impact solutions for India’s excluded and resource-poor communities. It focuses on scalable innovations in health-tech, med-tech, and inclusive development that combine affordability with high quality. … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Anjani Mashelkar Innovation Prize (India)

National Logo Design Contest for Corporate Mitra Scheme (India)

Deadline: 27-May-2026 The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (India), in collaboration with MyGov, is hosting a national logo design contest for the “Corporate Mitra” Scheme. The contest invites original logo designs that reflect MSME empowerment, ease of doing business, compliance support, and … [Read more...] about National Logo Design Contest for Corporate Mitra Scheme (India)

Applications open for Falling Walls Lab Competition (Denmark)

Deadline: 27-Jul-2026 The Falling Walls Lab Denmark competition is a three-minute international pitch event for students and early-career professionals to present breakthrough ideas in science, research, business, or social innovation. The programme focuses on interdisciplinary innovation and … [Read more...] about Applications open for Falling Walls Lab Competition (Denmark)

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