Data-Gouv-ML/pcri-informations-sur-les-projets-laureats huggingface dataset:
Collaborative Action coordinating and enhancing systemic, actionable and transversal Sustainability Research and Innovation (CASRI)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Widening Participation and Strengthening the European Research Area
Programme: Reforming and enhancing the European R&I System
Theme: Reforming and enhancing the European R&I System
Destination: Reforming and enhancing the European R&I System
Action type: Coordination and support actions
Countries involved: Germany,Finland,Slovakia,Italy,Austria,France,Switzerland,United Kingdom,Netherlands,Bulgaria,Montenegro,Belgium,Ireland,Denmark
Call: Programme level collaboration between national R&I policy-makers (HORIZON-WIDERA-2023-ERA-01, 2023)
Start date: 2024-01-01
End date: 2026-08-31
Duration (months): 32.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1999860.0
EU funding (EUR): 1999860.0
Participants: 18
Project status: SIGNED

CASRI unites Environment Protection Agencies (EPAs) and similar partners from 13 European countries to support national policy makers and societies to address the Global Challenges and Sustainable Development Goals. EPAs are direct or semi-governmental organisations responsible for monitoring and protecting the environment. CASRI EPAs highly value environmental and sustainability research and innovation (ES R&I), i.e. R&I that is systemic, actionable and transversal. These EPAs and the European Environment Agency have formed an Interest Group (IG) to enhance ES R&I collaboration in the EPA Network representing 37 countries. This CSA HEU-WIDERA Topic proposal aims at facilitating the IG through Collaborative Action coordinating and enhancing systemic, actionable and transversal Sustainability Research and Innovation (CASRI) related to research, policy and R&I funding. CASRI capitalises on the unique capacities of the EPAs and, for the first time, aligns them with the European Research Area. CASRI aims to identify and coordinate ES R&I needs, align national ES R&I programmes and facilitate and converge the application of ES R&I results at both the multilateral and European level while also complementing existing EU and Member State programmes. To achieve this, CASRI addresses eight objectives: 1) Conduct a comprehensive review of national ES R&I funding, exploitation programmes and knowledge needs; 2) Identify national and transnational gaps; 3) Derive transnational commons and develop a Strategic R&I Agenda; 4) Identify opportunities for co-implementation of the SRIA; 5) Bring together funders to collaboratively invest and synergistically deliver the SRIA, or parts thereof, at regional, national and transnational scales; 6) Prepare the implementation of multiannual joint calls; 7) Implement other joint supporting activities for ES R&I; 8) Improve the mid to long term capacities for the collaboration of EPAs and the European Research Area stakeholders.

Keywords: environment sustainability science bottom up sria transnational biodiversity climate urbanisation circularity networking
Capturing Identity, Change, and the Long Tail in Knowledge Graphs (TRIFECTA)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Consolidator grants
Action type: ERC actions
Panel: Texts and Concepts
Panel description: Literary studies , literature,  philosophy
Countries involved: Netherlands
Call: ERC CONSOLIDATOR GRANTS (ERC-2022-COG, 2022)
Start date: 2023-11-01
End date: 2028-10-31
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1998351.0
EU funding (EUR): 1998351.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

At first blush entities and concepts such as “Dutch East India Company” or “coffee” may seem straightforward, but in fact they are complex and multifaceted. The wealth of digital sources presents the massive potential to study these notions at an unprecedented scale. However, current technologies for distant reading are not capable of dealing with this. TRIFECTA aims to create a database that describes complex entities and concepts and their contexts by combining language and semantic web technology to extract and relate information from different texts over time. In addition, a key aim of TRIFECTA is to advance the state of the art in these technologies to deal with change over time and connections to many different narratives. Sophisticated knowledge representation methods from the semantic web can mitigate the failing that many language technology methods do not incorporate enough background knowledge to recognise and interpret complex entities and concepts in their historical contexts. By treating them as rich networks (or graphs) of knowledge that can express change and relationships to different concepts in space and time, semantic databases can handle the complexity needed to make the outputs of language technology tools suited to humanities research. Via two use cases, I identify a set of core contentious entities and concepts in maritime and food history. Next, through a data-driven, iterative approach, I advance beyond the state-of-the-art in natural language technology for the humanities by targeting three key aspects of the recognition and modelling of complex concepts (i.e. identity, change, and the long tail). I propose a novel peer-evaluation approach in which a team of humanities scholars, computational linguists, and semantic web researchers collaborate closely to create truly hybrid artificial intelligence systems that will enable humanities research to scale to big data without losing sight of the contextual complexity.

Keywords: digital humanities,digital hermeneutics,digital history,semantic web,knowledge graphs,language technology,maritime history,food history
Scaling fluid-driven processes: Building Collapse in Extreme Flow Conditions (ANGRYWATERS)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Consolidator grants
Action type: ERC actions
Panel: Products and Processes Engineering
Panel description: Product and process design, chemical, civil, environmental, mechanical, vehicle engineering, energy processes and relevant computational methods
Countries involved: Germany
Call: ERC CONSOLIDATOR GRANTS (ERC-2023-COG, 2023)
Start date: 2024-07-01
End date: 2029-06-30
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 2125908.0
EU funding (EUR): 2125908.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

Many Earth system processes involving multi-physics, multi-phase conditions extend over several orders of magnitude in length- and time-scales. Engineering science, in pursuit of deeper process understanding and solution-oriented design, has used scaling theories to address scale-afflicted, complex processes through experimental work in laboratory environment at reduced scale. The standard scaling approach, the Buckingham π-theorem, is especially deficient when multi-physics and multi-phase processes require the choice of more than a single non-dimensional number, resulting in severe scale effects and typically meaning that accuracies at reduced scale are inadequately quantified. Hence, we choose a demonstrably complex multi-physics, multi-phase process for the investigation of scaling accuracies – the progressive collapsing of residential buildings and the associate debris transport, evolving from extreme flow events from natural hazards, such as flash floods or tsunami. ANGRYWATERS seeks to achieve a breakthrough in modelling these complex processes by deriving novel scaling laws that will be developed in the framework of the Lie group of point scaling transformations. Scaling requirements will be applied to the combined fluid-structure interaction at various scales, developing sophisticated building specimens; here, we employ 3D-printing and appropriately engineered materials to match the scaling requirements. We conduct a comprehensive experimental campaign, using medium- and large-scale facilities, subjecting the specimens to extreme flow conditions in the form of dam-break waves. We consider sub-assemblages, single and multiple buildings, enhancing the understanding of energy losses and debris production upon collapse, elaborating reduced scale accuracies. High-fidelity numerical modelling will complement our experiments, deepening our process understanding; a depth-averaged model with novel debris advection model crucially enhances predictive capabilities.

Keywords: scaling theory,natural hazard,flooding,extreme flow condition,building collapse,tsunami,flash flood
Observing, Modeling, and Parametrizing Oceanic Mixed Layer Transport Processes (ML Transport)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Starting grants
Action type: ERC actions
Panel: Earth System Science
Panel description: Physical geography, geo logy, geophysics, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, climatology, cryology, ecology, global environmental change, biogeochemical cycles, natural resources management
Countries involved: Israel
Call: ERC STARTING GRANTS (ERC-2024-STG, 2024)
Start date: 2025-01-01
End date: 2029-12-31
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 2422688.0
EU funding (EUR): 2422688.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

Although crucial in determining the oceanic distribution of heat, biological nutrients, carbon, and pollutants, the circulation dynamics that governs oceanic vertical transport processes of physical and biogeochemical properties through the near surface layer (i.e., mixed-layer; ML) are yet to be comprehensively quantified. Recently we and others have demonstrated that submesoscale currents (SMCs) -- newly discovered flow structures consisting of fronts, filaments, and eddies -- have a strong influence on these exchange processes, to be fully explored and characterized. The high spatiotemporal variability of SMCs and the complex physics that determines their interactions with other ML phenomena like surface gravity waves and near-inertial waves, renders in situ measurements of these processes extremely difficult to obtain. Furthermore, current climate models lack the grid resolution and variable forcing components required to adequately represent ML physics, making it one of the greatest uncertainties in climate projections. The proposed research will address this critical gap through three objectives: 1) develop the numerical capability to simulate ML physics in a realistic inhomogeneous environment while resolving boundary layer turbulence and wave dynamics; 2) develop a theoretical framework for a physics-based parametrization of ML vertical exchange rates; and 3) directly measure turbulent mixing, tracer distribution, and transport rates near SMCs in situ, providing the crucial observational support necessary to guide and fine-tune the parameterizations. To achieve this goal, we will extend our frontogenesis theory, analyze particle and tracer concentrations in carefully designed realistic and nested large-eddy simulations, and examine drifter trajectories and passive tracer spreading in multi-asset field campaigns. This synergistic approach will substantially impact oceanic biogeochemical modeling, pollutant transport mitigation, and climate projections.

Keywords: physical oceanography,ocean observations,climate processes
Extracellular vesicles: novel compartments for cAMP signaling (EVOCAMP)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Postdoctoral Fellowships
Action type: Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions
Panel: Life Sciences
Countries involved: France
Call: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2024 (HORIZON-MSCA-2024-PF-01, 2024)
Start date: 2025-07-01
End date: 2027-06-30
Duration (months): 24.0
Total project cost (EUR): 242260.56
EU funding (EUR): 242260.56
Participants: 2
Project status: SIGNED

Cyclic AMP (cAMP) is a pivotal secondary messenger that orchestrates a vast range of physiological processes by translating signals from hormones, neurotransmitters, and growth factors. While the intracellular roles of cAMP are well understood, its functions outside the cell remain largely unexplored. The EVOCAMP project seeks to uncover this hidden dimension by exploring how extracellular vesicles (EVs) mediate intercellular cAMP signaling. EVs, a heterogenous group of membrane-bound vesicles, have emerged as key mediators of intercellular communication. This project aims to establish EVs as novel compartments for intercellular cAMP signaling and to elucidate their functional significance in the brain. To achieve this, the project is structured around three objectives: First, to demonstrate that neuron-derived EVs are capable of synthesizing and releasing cAMP into the extracellular space, thereby functioning as novel platforms for cAMP signaling. Second, to map the downstream signaling events triggered by these cAMP-producing EVs in recipient cells, using advanced biosensors to monitor these signaling pathways. Third, to investigate the physiological relevance of cAMP-producing EVs in vivo, using zebrafish embryos to visualize their dynamics, trace their fate, and assess their functions in living organisms. By uncovering a previously overlooked aspect of cAMP signaling, EVOCAMP will reveal a novel mechanism of intercellular communication driven by EVs with significant implications for brain physiology. Furthermore, the skills and knowledge gained through this project will be pivotal in my development as an independent researcher, positioning me at the forefront of interdisciplinary research between cell signaling and extracellular vesicle biology.

Keywords: cyclic amp,extracellular vesicles,intercellular communication
CULTUral heritage in RurAL remote areas for creative tourism and sustainabilITY (CULTURALITY)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness
Programme: Culture, creativity and inclusive society
Theme: Culture, creativity and inclusive society
Destination: Innovative Research on the European Cultural Heritage and the Cultural and Creative Industries
Action type: Research and Innovation actions
Countries involved: Spain,Italy,Romania,United Kingdom,Slovenia,Portugal,Norway,Estonia,Sweden
Call: Fostering socio-economic development and job creation in rural and remote areas through cultural tourism (HORIZON-CL2-2023-HERITAGE-01, 2023)
Start date: 2024-04-01
End date: 2028-03-31
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 2444223.75
EU funding (EUR): 2444223.75
Participants: 13
Project status: SIGNED

The main objective of the project is to contribute to the promotion of cultural and creative tourism activities, considering the different capacities, resources, and specificities (material, creative, human...) of the territories, as a mean to help with the sustainable development of peripheral rural areas, favoring job creation and population settlement. For this, the potential of its cultural heritage will be researched, taking into account both the artisan material culture (techniques, materials, patterns and decorative elements), as well as the intangible culture (music, oral knowledge and culinary traditions) as a resource. To promote non-seasonal tourism as a form of sustainable development with a stable population settlement we are going to research the crafts linked to the territory and their implications, but we will also carry out a documentation of the productive processes. First and foremost, we are going to cater to the necessities of the local communities and pay attention to aspects related to societal groups at risk of exclusion, such as women, the elderly and the youth. All this will be developed from a multidisciplinary perspective, for which we will count on the various teams —most of them linked to different countries— that will be part of the consortium. Each of these partners will contribute to the development, as well as to the final result of the project through input directly related to their area of ​​expertise: for example, among the collaborators we have intellectual teams specialized in the digitalization of heritage, research, or communication and dissemination, as well as as various institutions that will act as a testing ground for the more practical parts of the proposal. However, if something will characterize our work, it will be the constant collaboration between all parties, as well as the exchange of advice and experiences that will help to enrich collective knowledge and guarantee optimal results.

Keywords: craftmanship,immaterial culture,cultural tourism,creative tourism,rural areas,digitalization of rural cultural heritage,local communities,sustainable development
Multidimensional Approaches for Comprehensive Olive Oil Authentication (MACOOIL)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Postdoctoral Fellowships
Action type: Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions
Panel: Chemistry
Countries involved: Spain,Germany
Call: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2021 (HORIZON-MSCA-2021-PF-01, 2021)
Start date: 2022-10-01
End date: 2024-09-30
Duration (months): 24.0
Total project cost (EUR): 181152.96
EU funding (EUR): 181152.96
Participants: 2
Project status: CLOSED

Virgin olive oil is probably the most representative and iconic component of the Mediterranean diet. No industrial processes or chemicals are added during production, thus providing an extra value reflected in its higher price compared to most edible oils. For this reason, the assessment of the quality, safety and authenticity is of importance from both economic and health perspectives. Considerable effort has been put during the last decades in this direction. Organizations such as the European Union, the International Olive Council and The Codex Alimentarius (FAO-WHO) have established guidelines and regulations to protect the quality and authenticity of virgin olive oil and to prevent fraud. However, despite these efforts towards developing new procedures for olive oil quality and authenticity assessment, appropriate solutions for some specific issues have not been found yet. Current gaps in EU analytical methods include the detection of selected blends of olive oil with other vegetable oils (seed oils), to identify fraud. Hence, it is urgent to identify and improve analytical solutions that can detect both standard and emerging frauds and to meet all the international market required information . MACOOIL (Multidimensional approaches for comprehensive olive oil authentication) aims to propose novel cutting-edge solutions based on mass spectrometry, previously unexplored in the field, to provide adequate solutions for some of the challenges -in terms of authenticity- that need to be addressed in the virgin olive oil sector. This project will develop novel tools to extend the potential to detect fraudulent practices of mixing virgin with refined (deodorized) lower-quality olive oil.

Keywords: olive oil authentication,mass spectrometry
Latin American women activists’ practices of resistance to transnational repression in host societies (WomenACT-REPinHOST)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Postdoctoral Fellowships
Action type: Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions
Panel: Social Sciences and Humanities
Countries involved: Portugal
Call: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2022 (HORIZON-MSCA-2022-PF-01, 2022)
Start date: 2024-09-01
End date: 2026-08-31
Duration (months): 24.0
Total project cost (EUR): 172618.56
EU funding (EUR): 172618.56
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

Democracy and citizens’ political engagement have been long-lasting policy goals of the European Union’s standards and values. The European Commission has established a new push for democracy as one of its priorities for 2019-2024, intending to foster democratic governance and civic participation. However, these objectives are challenging in light of transnational repression and the lack of policy tools for migrant protection in host societies across Western democracies, the primary recipients of human rights defenders. The E.U. has overlooked the rapid change in more vibrant forms of migrant political activism and how authoritarian governments control their diasporas abroad. There is a knowledge gap in understanding transnational repression’s gendered effects on receiving countries’ political environment. WomenACT-REPinHOST advances global discussions on migrants’ rights by analysing Latin American women activists’ practices of resistance to transnational authoritarian rule. It also discusses how they could be best supported by international organisations and host countries’ democratic institutions. The proposed action aims at enhancing three career objectives: acquiring scientific and transferable skills in Gender Studies and Psychosocial Research (short-term); securing a permanent academic position in the E.U. (mid-term) and; developing an independent career path as a gender consultant in human rights international organisations (long-term). These objectives will be accomplished through an individually tailored research and career development plan. The methodology includes a literature review and fieldwork research based on in-depth interviews, online non-participant observation and focus groups with LAC female activists and organisations in the U.S. and Spain. It also focuses on dissemination strategies to target scholars, practitioners and wide audiences with deliverables such as peer-reviewed articles, conferences, podcasts, and policy briefs.

Keywords: transnational repression,political participation,authoritarianism