The concept of beauty holds a profound place in both science and architecture. Paul Dirac, a luminary in theoretical physics, famously said, "It is more important to have beauty in one's equations than to have them fit experiments". Dirac's belief underscores the idea that elegance and simplicity in science often lead to truth. Similarly in architecture, beauty is not just aesthetic but a harmonious integration of form and function that speaks to the human spirit. This intersection of functionality and aesthetics is a cornerstone of the New European Bauhaus (NEB) initiative, which seeks to meld sustainability, inclusivity and beauty into architecture as well as into other aspects of the living experience (e.g., clothing and furniture).
Launched by the EU in 2020 to address climate change, resource efficiency and social inclusivity, the NEB aims to create spaces, products and experiences that are sustainable and aesthetically pleasing. The initiative was inspired by the 1919-1933 German Bauhaus movement that worked to unify all the arts and crafts disciplines.
There are many ways to get involved in the NEB initiative and some specific research and innovation (R&I) funding opportunities, open to Swiss entities, are already available in Horizon Europe. The 2023-2024 Work Programme sets aside €20 million to support R&I projects that align with NEB principles – advancing research in sustainable materials, energy-efficient technologies, and inclusive design – and encourages experimental approaches. Next year, a “NEB Facility” will be launched by the European Commission, with its own Work Programme and further dedicated funding.
As Ursula von der Leyen stated, "If the European Green Deal has a soul, then it is the New European Bauhaus, which has led to an explosion of creativity across our Union". Join this movement to redefine our future living spaces and experiences with beauty and sustainability at their heart!
Author: Matthew Whellens, National Contact Point for New European BauhausIllustrator: Alexandra Rosakis
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The Global Health EDCTP3 partnership invests in collaborative projects that tackle infectious diseases and supports research capacity building activities in Africa. The budget has grown from €1.6 to €1.86 billion, as a result of an increase in the EU and EDCTP Association contributions, in order to support research activities on the monkeypox outbreak.
Did you miss the info session on the Horizon Europe call for pre-commercial procurement (PCP) on greening healthcare? Watch the video (topic 2) and learn how you can apply for this €15 million funding to develop, test and deploy innovative solutions for your procurement initiative to green the healthcare sector. Deadline: 26.11.2024
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The State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI) has published 3 new documents on audits for SERI-funded Horizon Europe projects. In addition, SERI's recently updated guidelines for financial reporting allow for the documentation of working hours with a “declaration on exclusive work for the action”, and a template is now available.
EIT Health Catapult aims to fast-track Europe’s best start-ups by providing intensive training to build their credibility and visibility through pan-European exposure. Finalists pitch for cash and industry prizes, and the chance to be displayed on the New York Nasdaq Tower.Deadline: 29.08.2024
The New European Bauhaus (NEB) call is now open. The 3 topics cover secondary bio-based products for construction, new governance models for the co-design and co-construction of public spaces, and the setting up of a NEB hub for results and impact.Deadline: 19.09.2024
The Innovative Health Initiative (IHI) call 8 is a two-stage call with topics on cardiovascular disease, osteoarthritis, regulatory sandboxes, and patient-centred endpoints. Are you interested? Presentations and recordings from the IHI webinars on each topic are available here.Short-proposal deadline: 10.10.2024
The calls in the "Cluster 3: Civil Security for Society" Work Programme have opened. If you want to learn more about the topics, the recording and presentations from the info day are available. You can also upload your profile and search for partners in the SEREMA database.Deadline: 20.11.2024
Are you active in the medtech field and interested to learn what Horizon Europe has to offer? Euresearch will present the funding opportunities at this matchmaking event for startups, small and medium-sized enterprises, service providers, and investors as well as academic and global players.02.09.2024, Biel
Federico Lorenzon, Innovation and Project Manager at Venturelab, has created a database to assist startup founders in Switzerland in identifying the most suitable support programmes, including Horizon Europe. The database can be accessed here to help you find the right support for your startup.
Get access to an e-learning webinar module with a general overview on drafting and negotiation of consortium agreements. Additional training on intellectual property (IP) in Horizon Europe projects is available on the IP Helpdesk website.
In this half-day training, you will collaborate on various exercises, review sections of successful proposals, gain insight from testimonials, and learn about the evaluation process. This event is designed for applicants to the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Global Fellowships with an outgoing phase hosted by a Swiss institution.16.07.2024, Online
Are you involved in a project proposal to the “Cluster 1: Health” open call with deadlines this autumn? If so, this online Q&A session is tailored specifically for you! Over 1 hour, we will answer questions you may have regarding your proposal preparation. Feel free to submit your questions in advance to allow us to provide more targeted support.22.08.2024, Online
Are you planning to submit a proposal to an upcoming Horizon Europe collaborative project call? If so, this in-person proposal writing training will teach you about the different parts of the proposal template and how to address the evaluation criteria. You will also receive first-hand advice from a successful applicant.29.08.2024, Bern
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