Data-Gouv-ML/pcri-informations-sur-les-projets-laureats huggingface dataset:
i2factory- Disrupting integration platform: secure and easy integration without any programming or component installation (i2factory 2.0)

Framework: Horizon 2020 — Industrial Leadership
Programme: Information and Communication Technologies
Action type: SME instrument
Countries involved: Spain
Call: Open Disruptive Innovation Scheme (H2020-SMEINST-1-2016-2017, 2016)
Start date: 2017-02-01
End date: 2017-07-31
Duration (months): 6.0
Total project cost (EUR): 71429.0
EU funding (EUR): 50000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

CONTEXT: In an increasingly global economy, both information and information technology are of great significance to SMEs to increase their competitiveness, achieve their economic potential and internationalize. The transfer of this information between different platforms or applications is called integration and it’s a critical element for companies and organizations to survive. PROBLEM: Integration need to be done such a way as to reduce the administrative and IT burden while keeping costs low and fostering internationalization. up to the date integration is out of reach for most organizations because of its high cost and complexity: NEED: it is necessary to provide SMEs with integration solutions with an appropriate level of abstraction to allow connection of software applications in a secure and consistent in a cost-effective way. OBJECTIVE: demonstrate the technical and commercial feasibility of a security integration platform as a service (iPaaS). i2factory is a cost-efficient platform where organizations can develop all their integration projects and link functionalities between different systems and platforms as they like it when they like it, without any programming or component installation. To date, i2factory has invested Approx. € 1.5 M to release the first functional version of i2factory v1.0, which is currently tested in users. We estimate that a sum of 914 K is still needed to rapidly and effectively launch i2factory v2.0 innovative solution into the market. With the development of i2factory v2.0 we will allow our company to consolidate and expand its market in Europe. Phase 1 will include a to feasibility assessment to guarantee the technical and commercial viability and profitability of our project confirm a business plan for successful commercialisation of i2factory v2.0

Keywords: integration,platform,ipaas,smartcontract,blockchain,abstraction
Unravelling an extended phenotype: sexual selection and the evolution of nest architecture in weaverbird defence against brood parasitism (WEAVERBIRD_DEFENCE)

Framework: Horizon 2020 — Excellent Science
Programme: Marie-Sklodowska-Curie Actions
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Individual Fellowships (IF)-Global Fellowships
Action type: Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions
Panel: Environment and Geosciences
Countries involved: United States,United Kingdom
Call: Individual Fellowships (H2020-MSCA-IF-2018, 2018)
Start date: 2019-07-08
End date: 2024-01-21
Duration (months): 36.0
Total project cost (EUR): 289732.8
EU funding (EUR): 289732.8
Participants: 2
Project status: SIGNED

A major challenge for evolutionary biologists is to explain how selection maintains biodiversity. Coevolution between closely associated species contributes substantially to the diversity of life. Yet little is known about how coevolutionary pressures between different species interact with selection from intraspecific social interactions. I will address this fundamental gap in our knowledge by analysing how sexual selection interacts with the evolution of host defences against a brood parasite. Cuckoos and their hosts provide a textbook example of coevolution, by reciprocally selecting for better parasitic tricks or better host defences. I will determine whether sexual selection influences the trajectory and pace of coevolutionary change and investigate whether this is why similar coevolutionary arms races have such diverse outcomes. The weaverbirds and their brood parasite the Diederik cuckoo provide an unrivalled opportunity to test this hypothesis given that weaverbirds exhibit a sexually-selected extended phenotypic trait: an elaborate nest that the females choose before mating with the male and laying in his nest. This trait also potentially doubles as a deterrent to brood parasites, by preventing them from gaining access to the nest. Second, this trait can be precisely quantified by applying state-of-the-art computational and analytical techniques to this novel context. Third, populations of weaverbirds have been introduced to islands where they have existed in the absence of selection from brood parasitism for over one hundred generations, providing the opportunity to partition out effects of different selection pressures. With this interdisciplinary approach I will investigate whether nest architectural defences have evolved to combat brood parasitism, how the evolution of these defences interacts with sexual selection, and how the evolution of nest architecture influences the evolution of other forms of defence against brood parasites.

Keywords: evolution,brood parasitism,coevolution,biotic conflict,sexual selection,female choice,social evolution
Quantum information transfer between hole spins and topological states (QUIST)

Framework: Horizon 2020 — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Starting grants
Action type: ERC actions
Panel: Condensed matter physics
Panel description: Structure, electronic properties, fluids, nanosciences, biological physics
Countries involved: Netherlands
Call: ERC Starting Grant (ERC-2019-STG, 2019)
Start date: 2019-11-01
End date: 2024-10-31
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1873285.0
EU funding (EUR): 1873285.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

The promise of universal quantum computation stems from the remarkable behaviour of quantum states and the challenge is to gain control over their fragile nature. In topological quantum computation, information can be encoded nonlocally on Majorana states to provide inherent protection against noise, but operation is restricted to the trivial Clifford group. Spins in quantum dots do provide universal logic, but interactions are short-ranged. I propose to study the question whether these platforms can be united to overcome their limitations as a path toward large-scale quantum computation. The grand goal of this project is, therefore, to coherently transfer quantum information between spin and topological qubits. Our quantum material of choice is germanium, which can exhibit strong spin-orbit coupling, can provide long quantum coherence for single spins, and can make ohmic contacts to superconductors for hybrid superconductor-semiconductor systems. We will use two-dimensional germanium hetero structures and fabricate superconducting quantum dot devices. Qubits defined on the spin states of single holes will be electrically driven using the spin-orbit interaction and coupled through the exchange interaction. On linear chains of quantum dots we will pursue topological superconductivity, which we will consequently integrate in the spin qubit platform. We will then study their interaction to demonstrate controllable transfer of quantum information between hole spin and Majorana states. This research is presently at a fundamental stage and is thereby bound to produce exciting results where new physics may arise. The choice of the materials platform and its compatibility with semiconductor manufacturing promises for a successful adoption as building block for future quantum technology. Our long-term dream is to create a powerful platform where complex and emerging systems can be created, simulated, and computed to advance our general understanding of physics.

Keywords: silicon quantum electronics,spin qubits,gate defined quantum dots,proximity superconductivity
Disability and Disease during the 1918 Influenza Pandemic: Implications for Preparedness Policies (DIS2)

Framework: Horizon 2020 — Excellent Science
Programme: Marie-Sklodowska-Curie Actions
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Individual Fellowships (IF)-Standard European Fellowships
Action type: Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions
Panel: Social Sciences and Humanities
Countries involved: Norway
Call: Individual Fellowships (H2020-MSCA-IF-2018, 2018)
Start date: 2019-06-03
End date: 2021-06-02
Duration (months): 24.0
Total project cost (EUR): 202158.72
EU funding (EUR): 202158.72
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

A global influenza pandemic is imminent and public health preparedness plans that address the needs of vulnerable populations are indispensable. While researchers have documented socioeconomic and geographic variables that contribute to disparities in infection and mortality, there has been little to no investigation of disability as a risk factor during influenza pandemics, despite the warnings of epidemiologists that persons with disabilities would be at increased risk. Drawing on rich historical data from the 1918 influenza pandemic, this project addresses this gap through a novel interdisciplinary and mixed methods approach. Quantitative and qualitative analyses will explore differential outcomes based on forms of disability and institutionalisation. Results of demographic analyses and insights from archival, historical, and ethnographic literature will inform the construction of an agent-based computer simulation model that will help explain observed patterns and evaluate the effectiveness of potential interventions. A short visit will enable regional comparisons between Norway and Sweden and enhance theoretical and methodological links between epidemiological and disability research. The fellow will benefit from the expertise of a European centre of excellent research, the Centre for Welfare and Labour Research, at Oslo Metropolitan University, Norway. Building on the fellow's previous work and skills in both epidemic modelling and disability research, the project activities will lead to further development of the fellow's professional maturity, while the results will have a key impact on the advancement of multiple academic disciplines, and as called for in EU and UN policies, on the improvement of the citizen rights and health of persons with disabilities.

Keywords: disability,epidemics,pandemics,1918 influenza,preparedness plan,inequality and socioeconomic factors in pandemics,agent based modelling,interdisciplinary research
Development of Interdisciplinary Assessment for manufacturing and deSign (DIAS)

Framework: Horizon 2020 — Societal Challenges
Programme: Smart, green and integrated transport
Theme: Public-private partnerships
Destination: Clean Sky 2
Action type: Innovation actions
Partnership: CS2 (Art-187)
Countries involved: Sweden,United Kingdom
Call: Development of multidisciplinary design tools for rapid concept design for aero engine components (H2020-CS2-CFP10-2019-01, 2019)
Start date: 2020-06-01
End date: 2023-02-28
Duration (months): 33.0
Total project cost (EUR): 501187.5
EU funding (EUR): 501187.5
Participants: 3
Project status: SIGNED

DIAS develop and demonstrate the integrated multidisciplinary tools necessary to speed up implantation and design integration or Open Rotor structural components in next generation aircrafts. This require more flexible design studies, allowing a wider set of design variants to be explored simultaneously with accounting for manufacturing equipment and process applicability. DIAS bring in state of the art modelling and simulation techniques for robot path assessment, geometrical variation of weld assembly using advanced modelling software and combines these with architectural modelling tools (CCM, CAM) that allow impact assessment on system level, risk and cost to be included in the same study The studies are conduced as evolving and digital design of experiments first outlining the desired design space, identifying feasible regimes of the design space and generate variations of geometries and manufacturing technologies. The results from the simulations are used together with already existing data from Clean Sky high fidelity simulations and experiments to form validated surrogate models. Decision makers and specialist from multiple domains team up and conduct real time trade off analyses to identify most resilient design. AI and Machine learning algorithms are used to facilitate intelligent and interactive decision support. The consortia of Chalmers, Cambridge and FCC have experience form collaborating both with the topic leader and eachother from several preceeding research projects and bring together extensive expertise and experience into the study. The expected outcome is expected to allow the manufacturer to optimize new design and reduce the risk to introduce Clean Sky demonstrated configurations and technologies to be introduced in next generation products. As such, DIAS have a profound impact on realizing the significant potential demonstrated for Open Rotor architectures, while including competitive assessment and risk reducing design capabilities.

Keywords: value driven design,multidisciplinary modelling,open rotor
CONQUEST: Enabling advanced medical imaging (CONQUEST)

Framework: Horizon 2020 — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Proof of concept grants
Action type: ERC actions
Countries involved: Netherlands
Call: ERC Proof of Concept Grant (ERC-2015-PoC, 2015)
Start date: 2016-12-01
End date: 2018-05-31
Duration (months): 18.0
Total project cost (EUR): 150000.0
EU funding (EUR): 150000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

CONQUEST: Enabling advanced medical imaging CONQUEST is formed around a new imaging technology platform. The basis is the newly developed nanoparticles function as contrast agents for a variety of imaging modalities that are presently used in healthcare such as ultrasound and MRI. In particular, the nanoparticles are a completely novel type of contrast agent for ultrasound imaging. The high stability and long shelf life of the particles combined with visibility in ultrasound could allow application of ultrasound imaging in areas currently dominated by more expensive, more difficult and slower imaging modalities such as MRI, PET or SPECT (nuclear imaging techniques). Moreover, ultrasound is already widely available, does not involve ionizing radiation and is the most “user-friendly” clinical imaging modality. Furthermore, the unique properties of the CONQUEST nanoparticles may allow its targeting to regions of inflammation, including malignant tumours and unstable atherosclerotic plaques. Initially, we will focus on the application of CONQUEST agents to the diagnosis of focal liver lesions. Currently, through the linked ERC StG, GMP-grade particles are available and approved for testing in a cell therapy clinical trial. In all, at the end of this proposal, we expect to have solid in vivo proof of the viability of the agent in focal liver lesions (selected as our first application based on market research), and a strengthened IP position. This will put CONQUEST in a strong position to acquire the large amounts of funding necessary for full clinical validation, and the eventual introduction of new applications and new products. Thus, with this technology platform we can create a new market (for multimodal imaging agents), improve efficiency and reduce costs in healthcare.

Keywords: personalised medicine,in vivo imaging,ultrasound,19f mri,multimodal imaging,inflammation,tumours,atherosclerosis,unstable plaques,cell therapy,cell tracking
FAST and accurate Testing of Organic Materials (FAST TestOM)

Framework: Horizon 2020 — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Proof of concept grants
Action type: ERC actions
Countries involved: Spain
Call: ERC-Proof of Concept-2016 (ERC-2016-PoC, 2016)
Start date: 2017-02-01
End date: 2018-07-31
Duration (months): 18.0
Total project cost (EUR): 150000.0
EU funding (EUR): 150000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

Organic electronic devices are currently ubiquitous. For example, most mobile phones in the market have screens based on organic light-emitting diodes. These devices have many advantages against their inorganic counterparts, as they have for example lower manufacturing costs, they are typically very light and robust and can built into flexible devices, bendable and foldable. Organic chemists are constantly producing new organic materials which could outperform the ones used commercially and hence, provide yet another breakthrough for organic optoelectronics. However, every new organic material has to be preliminary tested using very expensive techniques and in experimental conditions which are quite different from those encountered by the device in real operation. This initial testing is both time and budget consuming, and moreover in many occasions does not provide reliable information that can be used efficiently down the production chain. The novel device designed and developed in the framework of the ERC-StG SPINTROS is capable of testing organic materials for their electric performance in real operative conditions, saving time and costs in product development and quality control of optoelectronic devices, while guaranteeing the applicability of the information provided. At this stage, we have a prototype working in laboratory conditions, which corresponds to a Technology Readiness Level 4 (TRL4). Thus, the aim of the present PoC project is to develop the final device to perform first tests in real conditions, taking the technology to TRL 6 to 7 and showing its potential to investors and companies. In addition, based on a preliminary market and commercial analysis, it has been envisioned a high commercial potential for this device. In order to validate and accelerate the commercialization process of it, the present PoC project will also focus on conducting an in deep market feasibility study and a detailed commercialisation strategy plan.

Keywords: organic electronics,materials characterization,electronics,oled,prototype
Nature-based Solutions: From Innovation to Common-use (NBS2017)

Framework: Horizon 2020 — Societal Challenges
Programme: Climate action, environment,  resource efficiency and raw materials
Action type: Coordination and support actions
Countries involved: Estonia
Call: Support to confirmed Presidency events (conferences) – Malta, United Kingdom, Estonia (H2020-SC5-2017-OneStageA, 2017)
Start date: 2017-06-01
End date: 2018-02-28
Duration (months): 9.0
Total project cost (EUR): 274516.58
EU funding (EUR): 274516.57999999996
Participants: 2
Project status: CLOSED

The Estonian Presidency Conference “Nature-based Solutions: From Innovation to Common-use” (NBS2017) will involve original knowledge on Nature-based Solutions (NBS) policy, multi-functionality and effectiveness and management options. Presented research and applied results will contribute to improved use and implementation of NBS. The conference aims to strengthen synergy among various recent initiatives and programs launched by the European Commission and the Member States and develop recommendations for future practical solutions and actions. This benefits the overall coherence and helps to improve policies and implementation of NBS in the European Union (EU). The conference is planned for 500 participants and will be held 24 - 26 October 2017 in Tallinn, Estonia. The first day of the conference will be planned for side events (including special working meeting with invitations) and field trips related to the theme of the conference; the second day will concentrate on the EU level and strategic steps related to NBS concept and policy; the third day will concentrate on applied projects and case studies of NBS (EU including Estonian cases, Eastern Partnership countries). The knowledge and experiences of the invited guests, politicians and representatives of international organizations and countries will provide an input for drafting recommendations related to necessary political and societal processes that can facilitate the process towards NBS at national and EU level. In line with the objectives of 7th Environment Action Programme, the Council conclusions on the EU action plan for the circular economy and the European Commission Research & Innovation agenda “Nature-Based Solutions and Re-Naturing Cities” on new and innovative NBS to societal challenges, the conference will contribute to the protection of our natural capital, stimulate resource-efficiency and innovation, and safeguard people’s health and wellbeing, while respecting the Earth’s natural limit.

Keywords: nature based solutions,blue green infrastructure,integrated solutions
Stochastic Communication Inside Cortical Microcolumns (STOICISM)

Framework: Horizon 2020 — Excellent Science
Programme: Marie-Sklodowska-Curie Actions
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Individual Fellowships (IF)-Standard European Fellowships
Action type: Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions
Panel: Information Science and Engineering
Countries involved: Finland
Call: Individual Fellowships (H2020-MSCA-IF-2018, 2018)
Start date: 2019-09-02
End date: 2022-09-01
Duration (months): 24.0
Total project cost (EUR): 202680.96
EU funding (EUR): 202680.96
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

Neurodegeneration, such as Alzheimer’s disease, currently affects 15 million people in the US with a death rate of 29.5% among 65+ years old and produces a cost around 200 billion dollars per annum. These type of pathologies are caused by neuronal communication failures in multi-scales of the cortical microcolumns. Neuroscience has historically provided theories and experiments to explain the signal propagation and neurodegeneration inside cortical microcolumns, but these behaviours are far from being fully explained. The newly formed research area of molecular communications can bring light to this challenge by using information and communication theory in this scenario. A novel interdisciplinary methodology (multi-scale modelling + neurological modelling + information theory) can analyze and quantify the dynamics in the synaptic plasticity and provide further understanding about cortical microcolumns. With this approach, STOICISM project aims to i) model the multi-scale cortical microcolumn neurology; ii) model and quantify the neuronal communication; iii) investigate the long-term plasticity dynamics and control strategies. STOICISM will develop a complete in-silico model of the 2mm cortical microcolumn that will account for its multi-scale communication. The synaptic plasticity variation will be modelled as a stochastic model based on in-vitro experimentation of the neuron-astrocyte communication. This action requires the researcher to move to a world-center in computational biophysics, such as BioMediTech, where he can get appropriate training, perform biological experiments and collaborate with other top researchers while being supervised by the renowned leading academic Prof. Jari Hyttinen. STOICISM will change the way we understand the effects of neurodegeneration which will enable future non-invasive detection and drug discovery, potentially creating a longer-term impact on the ageing society.

Keywords: molecular communications,multi scale modeling,information theory,neuron astrocytes,cortical,microcolumns,synaptic plasticity