Deadline: 21-Apr-26
The European Commission is offering funding under Horizon Europe to evaluate the added value of innovative integrated healthcare solutions in modern health systems. Grants range from €5 million to €9.8 million, with a total budget of €9.8 million.
The programme supports health technology assessment (HTA), digital health innovation, and cross-sector integration to improve patient access, decision-making, and healthcare efficiency.
The programme focuses on assessing the real-world value of integrated healthcare innovations, ensuring that new technologies and solutions are effective, scalable, and beneficial across healthcare systems.
It promotes evidence-based healthcare innovation, enabling policymakers, healthcare providers, and industry stakeholders to make informed decisions.
Key Programme Details
H3: Funding Information
- Grant Size: €5,000,000 – €9,800,000
- Total Budget: €9,800,000
- Funding Type: Research and Innovation (single-stage call)
- Scope: International participation allowed
H3: Programme Goals
- Evaluate the added value of integrated healthcare solutions
- Improve patient access to innovations
- Support better resource allocation decisions
- Accelerate market entry of cost-effective solutions
- Strengthen EU health industry competitiveness
Core Focus Areas
1. Integrated Healthcare Implementation
- Enable seamless adoption of cross-sector innovations
- Improve coordination across healthcare pathways
2. Health Technology Assessment (HTA)
- Develop and improve HTA methodologies
- Support innovative and adaptive HTA approaches
- Strengthen regulatory and policy decision-making
3. Digital Health and Innovation
- Promote digital transformation in healthcare
- Support advanced data systems and analytics
4. Market Access and Uptake
- Accelerate adoption of:
- Medical devices
- Diagnostics
- Innovative treatments
5. Clinical Research and Ecosystems
- Support multinational clinical research collaboration
- Build innovation-driven healthcare ecosystems
6. Regulatory and Policy Innovation
- Inform innovation-responsive regulation
- Align research with regulatory science
What Type of Projects Are Funded?
The programme supports pre-competitive research and innovation, including:
- Tools and frameworks for evaluating healthcare innovations
- Methods to improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
- Technologies that enhance healthcare delivery and recovery
- Solutions integrating into healthcare systems and industrial processes
Key Project Requirements
Projects must:
- Address unmet public health needs
- Demonstrate economic and societal value
- Show potential for system-wide implementation
- Contribute to regulatory and HTA advancements
- Include landscape analysis to avoid duplication
Who Is Eligible?
Eligible Participants
- Any legal entity worldwide
- Universities and research institutions
- Private companies and SMEs
- NGOs and non-profit organisations
- International organisations
Consortium Requirement
Applicants must form:
- A public-private partnership consortium
- Cross-sector and multidisciplinary teams
- International collaborations
Compliance Conditions
- Must comply with Horizon Europe rules
- Entities from non-associated countries may participate (conditions apply)
Why This Programme Matters
Evidence-Based Healthcare
- Ensures innovations deliver measurable value
- Supports better healthcare decision-making
Improved Patient Access
- Speeds up availability of effective treatments
- Enhances healthcare equity
Innovation and Competitiveness
- Strengthens EU leadership in health technology
- Encourages faster market adoption of innovations
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
Step 1: Identify the Call
- Review calls under Horizon Europe
- Ensure alignment with evaluation and integration priorities
Step 2: Build a Consortium
- Include:
- Research institutions
- Industry partners
- Healthcare providers
- Ensure expertise in HTA, digital health, and policy
Step 3: Develop the Proposal
- Define:
- Healthcare challenge
- Innovation and evaluation approach
- Expected impact and outcomes
Step 4: Plan for Implementation
- Demonstrate integration into healthcare systems
- Include regulatory and policy relevance
- Ensure scalability and sustainability
Step 5: Submit Application
- Apply through the European Commission portal
- Follow official guidelines and deadlines
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Weak focus on evaluation and measurable impact
- Lack of HTA or regulatory relevance
- Poor integration into healthcare systems
- Limited collaboration across sectors
- Duplication of existing initiatives
Tips for a Strong Application
- Focus on real-world impact and evidence generation
- Include strong HTA and policy components
- Build a multidisciplinary consortium
- Align clearly with programme objectives
- Demonstrate scalability and sustainability
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who can apply for this funding?
Any legal entity worldwide, including universities, companies, NGOs, and international organisations.
2. What is the funding range?
Projects receive between €5 million and €9.8 million.
3. Is a consortium required?
Yes, applications must be submitted by a public-private partnership consortium.
4. Can non-EU organisations participate?
Yes, subject to Horizon Europe eligibility rules.
5. What is Health Technology Assessment (HTA)?
HTA is the evaluation of medical technologies to assess their effectiveness, cost, and impact on healthcare systems.
6. What types of innovations are supported?
Integrated healthcare solutions, digital health tools, medical devices, and diagnostics.
7. What outcomes are expected?
Improved healthcare decision-making, better patient access, and more efficient health systems.
Conclusion
The European Commission Integrated Healthcare Evaluation Grants provide a critical opportunity to validate and scale healthcare innovations through evidence-based approaches.
By focusing on evaluation, integration, and real-world impact, this programme ensures that healthcare innovations are not only developed but effectively implemented to improve patient outcomes and system efficiency.
For more information, visit European Commission.
