Data-Gouv-ML/pcri-informations-sur-les-projets-laureats huggingface dataset:
Diagnostic Screening Platform to Facilitate Conflict Resolution (MULTIDOOR)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Proof of concept grants
Action type: ERC actions
Countries involved: Israel
Call: ERC PROOF OF CONCEPT GRANTS1 (ERC-2022-POC1, 2022)
Start date: 2022-08-01
End date: 2024-08-31
Duration (months): 25.0
Total project cost (EUR): 150000.0
EU funding (EUR): 150000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

MultiDoor is a digital platform based on conflict resolution and machine learning expertise to address the comprehensive needs of litigants and recommend their best way forward to resolve their disputes. At present, litigants attempting to navigate through the civil justice system end up drifting through an incoherent, opaque process generally resulting in some form of reluctant compromise. While court systems worldwide are investing much effort to increase efficiency, a human-centred approach, which takes into account litigants' needs, interests and emotions, is lacking. MultiDoor employs an innovative intake screening recommendation system to integrate each litigant's (or potential litigant's) specific needs, interests and emotions, the features of the case, and the predicted case trajectory in the legal system, resulting in a diagnostic recommendation (e.g., mediation, arbitration, adjudication, out-of-the-box solutions). We describe the activities needed to develop a beta version of MultiDoor, including conceptual framing and validation. The activities include a crowdsourcing experiment to accumulate data on users’ satisfaction with conflict resolution-oriented processing of their disputes; developing forecasting models for user satisfaction; and developing a machine-learning based recommendation system. MultiDoor’s benefits include: 1) developing a new domain of conflict resolution machine learning via collaboration among data scientists and legal and conflict resolution experts; 2) advancing a personalized conflict resolution-oriented response to disputes, including to small non-litigable disputes; 3) promoting public trust and social wellbeing by ensuring that parties – including those from disenfranchised sectors – are informed and supported to self-determine how to resolve their disputes; 4) answering the current drawbacks of Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) systems, which focus mostly on legal issues rather than on the interests of the parties.
Enhanced INterfaces and train categories FOR dynamic compatibility assessment of EUropean railway BRIDGEs (InBridge4EU)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness
Programme: Climate, Energy and Mobility
Theme: Public-private partnerships
Destination: Europe's Rail
Action type: Innovation actions
Partnership: EU-RAIL (JU-JTI)
Countries involved: Portugal,Sweden,Spain,Germany,France,United Kingdom
Call: Bridge Dynamics (HORIZON-ER-JU-2022-02, 2022)
Start date: 2023-09-01
End date: 2026-08-31
Duration (months): 36.0
Total project cost (EUR): 955751.06
EU funding (EUR): 928114.51
Participants: 11
Project status: SIGNED

The shift to more sustainable mobility systems is one of the major priorities to accomplish the goals established by the European Green Deal to make Europe the first climate neutral continent by 2050. Railways plays a crucial role in this regard, but it is essential to enhance the current resilience and capacity of the network, in particular from lifeline structures, such as bridges. Within this regard, several open points affecting the current INF TSI and described in the ERA Technical Note are yet to be closed, namely those related to the Dynamic Train Categories previously specified in EN15228:2015 and the limits of validity of the static compatibility checks currently stipulated EN15228:2021, the accuracy of the current dynamic amplification factors and damping values for railway bridges proposed in EN1991 2 (2003) and the validity of the deck acceleration limits imposed by EN1990-Annex A2 (2005) in both new and existing bridges. InBridge4EU aims to answer these points through the formulation of an enhanced and harmonized method to assess the European dynamic interface between railway bridges and rolling stock. The outcomes of this project will provide solid background to the guidance being drafted within the CEN/TC250/SC1 special group DIBRST for dynamics of bridges. Finally, as a consequence, the economic outcomes of changing any of the aforementioned criteria/parameters/methodologies in the current European railway bridge landscape will be carefully assessed. All the research carried out in InBridge4EU will converge on recommendations to ERA and CEN for revising and updating the current version of the TSIs and Eurocodes. Advanced numerical modelling and dynamic analyses of both bridge and railway vehicles, together with the development of extensive databases of bridge and rolling stock data obtained from the different partners of the consortium, will contribute to the successful achievement of the project’s objectives.

Keywords: bridge dynamics standards and codes tsi eurocodes bridge vehicle interface
The contribution of thalamocortical projections to high cognitive functions (speech processing, working memory and attention) in sighted and unsighted populations (THALABLIND)

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: Spain
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): 181152.96
EU funding (EUR): 181152.96
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

The proposed project aims to investigate the contribution of thalamocortical projections to high cognitive functions such as speech processing, working memory and attention in sighted and unsighted populations. In the last decades, advances made in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) have shed light on the cortical regions subserving these processes. However, less research has investigated the role of thalamocortical pathways in these high cognitive functions. This could be due to the lack of detailed probabilistic atlases of the human thalamus or the small size of the thalamic nuclei as compared to regular voxel sizes. Therefore, the recent creation of the first probabilistic atlas of the human thalamus (developed by the host group), opens the door to investigate to what extent thalamocortical connections relate to speech processing, working memory and attentional abilities. We will further investigate whether the involvement of thalamocortical projections in the abovementioned functions differ between sighted and unsighted individuals, since research conducted in blind population has reported enhanced auditory processing at the thalamic level, altered thalamocortical connectivity and superior skills in the previous cognitive functions. To address these scientific questions, we will use a multimodal MRI approach that combines functional and structural MRI indexes with behavioral measures. Using regression models, we will assess the degree to which thalamocortical connections help to further explain speech processing, working memory and attentional abilities as opposed to just considering cortical indexes, as it was done in the past. The results of the present research project may have important implications as they could open a new avenue at the theoretical level (updating pre-existing models on cognitive neuroscience and creating new ones) and regarding their application (improving the diagnosis and treatment in cases of aphasia, dementia or attentional deficits)

Keywords: cognitive neuroscience,thalamocortical,blindness,mri,higher cognitive functions,thalamus
Rapid Affordable Microbiota Analysis at the point of Need (RAMAN)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Innovative Europe
Programme: The European Innovation Council (EIC)
Theme: EIC Transition
Destination: Challenges
Action type: EIC actions
Countries involved: France
Call: EIC Transition Challenge: Full scale Micro-Nano-Bio devices for medical and medical research applications (HORIZON-EIC-2023-TRANSITION-01, 2023)
Start date: 2024-03-01
End date: 2026-02-28
Duration (months): 24.0
Total project cost (EUR): 2466223.75
EU funding (EUR): 2466223.75
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

With the pressing demand of precision medicine and the catastrophic damage to microbiological ecosystems following organic processing and global warming, there is a critical need to rapidly characterise microbiota directly at the point of need and observe their potential drifts in real time to correct them in a timely manner. We recently observed an explosive growth of the microbiota market (+30% CAGR) with analyses relying on culture, metagenomics, or proteomics. However, all the available solutions are far too long to process and unadapted to operate at the point of need. BforCure has developed the first device ever enabling Rapid, Affordable Microbiota Analysis at the point of Need (RAMAN) for a comprehensive microbiota test result in just 10 min. The RAMAN project aims at 1) Maturing technologies from TRL4 to TRL 6, 2) developing two microbiota universal tests for vaginal microbiota (critical during deliveries with 4% of problematic births worldwide) and fermentation microbiota (responsible for the loss of up to 25% of the production with organic transformation). Strong demand from end-users and increasing legislation on the spread of microbiological risks make this an ideal time for our project. BforCure has developed a set of 4 breakthrough micro-nano-bio technologies that, once combined, unlock for the first time the possibility of bringing microbiota tests at the Point of Need giving a strong competitive advantage on a €11.9B market. BforCure is a dynamic company which has already demonstrated the successful development and commercialization of a microfluidic medical device in just 3 years. Our direct contact with the market and our agility of development make us the perfect team to build market-driven products with disruptive technologies which is crucial to create new markets. Once industrialised, our solution will enable BforCure and its customers to harness the power of the microbiota in many other contexts in health, agri-food industry, and wellness.

Keywords: microfluidic,nanotechnology,microbiota,predictive medecine,climat change,chemical inputs,beverage,pregnancy,women health
EPOS Optimization and EvolutioN (EPOS ON)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: Research infrastructures
Theme: Research infrastructures
Destination: Development and infrastructures
Action type: Research and Innovation actions
Countries involved: Italy,Poland,Germany,Slovenia,Romania,Austria,Finland,Iceland,Netherlands,Croatia,Portugal,Türkiye,Belgium,Greece,France,Switzerland,Norway,Sweden
Call: Consolidation of the RI landscape – Individual support for evolution and long-term sustainability of pan-European research infrastructures (HORIZON-INFRA-2023-DEV-01, 2023)
Start date: 2024-09-01
End date: 2027-08-31
Duration (months): 36.0
Total project cost (EUR): 4965625.0
EU funding (EUR): 3972500.0
Participants: 35
Project status: SIGNED

The European Plate Observing System (EPOS) is the sole distributed pan-European Research Infrastructure (RI) for solid Earth Science, enabling open access to high-quality, multidisciplinary data, products, and services. Based on the achievements of the previous EU projects on the design, implementation, and pre-operation of the EPOS RI, the EPOS ON project will support the consolidation of the infrastructure and pave the way for its further evolution. The project will enable the EPOS RI to meet long-term sustainability conditions for operation, relying on its ability to create value for the scientific and IT communities and to produce new insights for contributing to societal challenges related to risk management and environmental impact reduction. EPOS ON aims to enhance the EPOS services portfolio and develop new institutional and scientific collaborations by fulfilling the needs of different communities and by encouraging the establishment of new EPOS Thematic Core Services. This will provide the necessary impulse to expand access to data and services to a wider pool of users, in particular early career researchers, at both the European and global scale. User engagement will also increase thanks to the new generation of processing and workflow services developed during the project. EPOS ON is also devoted to shortening the gap between science and the private sector by enabling knowledge transfer and technological innovation. As a result, EPOS ON will reinforce the EPOS capability to unite scientific communities and countries, reducing fragmentation in the European Research Area. EPOS ON offers a timely opportunity for the optimization and evolution of the EPOS RI and reflects the strong commitment of its community to boosting EPOS impact.

Keywords: solid earth science,research infrastructure,multidisciplinary,optimization,evolution,sustainability,societal value,user strategy,pan european and global cooperation
Strategies for Healing Implant-associated infections and Enhancing Longevity in Devices (SHIELD)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Doctoral Networks
Action type: Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions
Panel: Life Sciences
Countries involved: Sweden,Germany,Ireland,Italy,Norway,Spain,United Kingdom,France,Switzerland,United States,Netherlands
Call: MSCA Doctoral Networks 2024 (HORIZON-MSCA-2024-DN-01, 2024)
Start date: 2025-09-01
End date: 2029-08-31
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 5006128.37
EU funding (EUR): 4725090.0
Participants: 27
Project status: SIGNED

Medical implants have revolutionised healthcare by improving quality of life through replacing missing structures, restoring function, and promoting tissue regeneration. However, implant-associated infections (IAIs) undermine these benefits, particularly in orthopaedics, otology, and odontology, leading to chronic issues and substantial healthcare costs. IAIs, exacerbated by biofilm formation and antimicrobial resistance, pose a significant public health challenge. The SHIELD doctoral network aims to advance our understanding of IAIs, from their multifactorial pathogenesis to the development of new antibacterial biomaterials, bridging the gap between basic research and practical applications. SHIELD is structured around three scientific pillars to advance IAI control strategies in orthopaedics, otology, and odontology: regenerative medicine, biomaterial science, and translational research models. These pillars drive research on therapeutic strategies, innovative biomaterials, and experimental proof-of-concept models. The network focuses on clinical studies, antimicrobial strategies for implants, and preclinical models to study IAI mechanisms. Our goal is to train 16 young researchers through an interdisciplinary and translational approach, combining basic research with preclinical and clinical testing. In collaboration with 27 partners from 11 countries, SHIELD brings together expertise from multiple disciplines to bridge the gap between research and real-world applications. By developing new antimicrobial solutions for implants and conducting bench-to-bedside research, SHIELD aims to improve infection management protocols and patient care, significantly advancing the field of infection control in medical devices.

Keywords: implant associated infections,translational models,biomaterials,biofilms,antimicrobial biomaterials,orthopaedic implants,hearing bone conduction,dental implants,regenerative medicine,bacteria
Tellurene Memristors for Neuromorphic Computing System Technology (TNext)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Proof of concept grants
Action type: ERC actions
Countries involved: Italy
Call: ERC PROOF OF CONCEPT GRANTS (ERC-2024-POC, 2024)
Start date: 2024-10-01
End date: 2026-03-31
Duration (months): 18.0
Total project cost (EUR): 164571.43
EU funding (EUR): 150000.0
Participants: 2
Project status: SIGNED

Big-data management is currently placing a high demand on both the hardware performance level, e.g. access latency, storage capacity, cost performance, and on the cognitive level, e.g. data processing, architectures, and algorithms. The ever-growing pressure for big data creates urgent global challenges like energy consumption and memory efficiency. New device architectures beyond the von Neumann paradigm are demanded which are inspired by the biological synaptic operativity towards the so-called neuromorphic computational scheme. The memristor is the more viable device emulating the synaptic behavior. Advanced materials are required to make memristor-based circuits energetically sustainable and outperforming. The integration of 2D semiconductors in memristors is a promising path to tackle these global challenges within the neuromorphic computation. In this scenario, here we propose a single-element memristor cell design based on tellurene (2D tellurium) mimicking artificial synaptic behavior and thus enabling memristor applications. Tellurene offers solid advantages over other 2D players owing to the structural and chemical simplicity, the low thermal budget of its synthesis, and the versatility to adapt to rigid and flexible layouts. Our goals are the scalable production of a tellurene standard and its integration in single memristor cells and in cross-bar arrays of memristors aiming at the fabrication of a neuromorphic circuits. The peculiar production process makes tellurene fit to delamination and transfer to any kind of surface, either rigid or flexible, flat or curve, and readily available for testing in edge-computing applications like environmental sensing signal elaboration. The translational purpose is to further up technology transfer of the developed products (either materials and processes) by retrieving stake-holders among small- and medium enterprises addressing the AI computing market.

Keywords: tellurene,2d tellurium,memristor,neuromorphic,electronics
Plant adaptation in a changing pollination climate (POLLCLIM)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Starting grants
Action type: ERC actions
Panel: Environmental B iology, Ecology  and E volution
Panel description: For all organisms : Ecology, biodiversity, environmental change , evolutionary biology, behavioural ecology, microbial ecology , marine biology, ecophysiology, theoretical developments and mod elling
Countries involved: Sweden
Call: ERC STARTING GRANTS (ERC-2024-STG, 2024)
Start date: 2024-11-01
End date: 2029-10-31
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1500000.0
EU funding (EUR): 1500000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

Pollinator population declines and changes in assemblage composition are among the best documented and most worryDeclines in pollinator populations and changes in the composition of local pollinator assemblages are among the best documented and most worrying consequences of ongoing environmental disruptions. The POLLCLIM project aims to better understand the consequences of these changes in “pollination climate” for animal-pollinated plants. We will develop a novel conceptual framework for analysing plant adaptation to a functionally diverse set of pollinators and apply it in empirical studies of a pollination-generalized wildflower. Through observational field studies, controlled experiments and tailored statistical modelling approaches, we will evaluate the contributions of individual pollinators to natural selection on flowers and other plant phenotypic traits functionally involved in the pollination process, and how well these refined estimates of pollinator-mediated selection extrapolate to evolutionary population divergence. Our conceptual framework emphasizes the (likely non-additive) individual contributions of each pollinator species in pollination-generalized plants visited by a functionally diverse set of pollinators. Building on three years of preparatory work, we will study a set of 50 plant populations in southern Scandinavia. Annual population surveys will inform on phenotypic adaptation to local pollinators, well-replicated selection studies will inform on spatio-temporal variation in selection, single-pollinator flight-cage experiments will allow us to estimate the contribution of each pollinator taxon to selection, and quantitative-genetic analyses will evaluate the relative influence of natural selection and genetic constraints in population divergence. The expected results will be of direct value for understanding plant responses to pollination climate change, and more generally the role of selection in the link between micro- and macroevolution.

Keywords: quantitative genetics,generalized pollination systems
Supporting Innovation in Healthcare Public Procurement-INNOHSUPPORT (InnoHSupport)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Innovative Europe
Programme: European innovation ecosystems
Theme: Interconnected Innovation Ecosystems
Destination: Interconnected Innovation Ecosystems
Action type: Coordination and support actions
Countries involved: Spain,Netherlands,Ireland,Bulgaria,Belgium,United Kingdom
Call: Specialist Advisory Services to build capacities on innovation procurement (HORIZON-EIE-2023-CONNECT-02, 2023)
Start date: 2024-09-01
End date: 2026-08-31
Duration (months): 24.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1084649.18
EU funding (EUR): 940327.75
Participants: 9
Project status: SIGNED

InnoHSupport´s main goal is to bridge those gaps that hamper the progress in the definition, implementation, and adoption of innovative solutions in the healthcare ecosystem by offering a portfolio of advisory services for procurers, state-owned enterprises, SMEs and start-ups, research and technological organisations, innovation agencies and other organisations, like investors, responsible for promoting innovation procurement. These advisory services will include, among others, the provision of training materials, executive training interventions, methodologies for innovation procurement, dedicated coaching sessions, innovation showcases, scanning of relevant bidding opportunities, matching with potential bidding partners, acceleration services, etc. Project methodology is based on three pillars: - Pillar I. Capacity building focused on building capacities and skills in the innovation procurement ecosytem. - Pillar II. Inventory of innovation procurement advisory services oriented towards the design and testing of a comprehensive set of advisory services covering the whole innovation process cycle. - Pillar III. Collaboration and Matchmaking to foster the innovation ecosystem building by developing spaces for co-design and matchmaking. InnoHSupport is made by and for innovation actors: - the consortium brings together seven partners + two affiliated entities + one associated partner from six EU countries (ES, NL, IE, BU, BE, UK) including a consultancy firm, a university, a public buyer and several associations with highl expertise within the public procurement of innovation in healthcare systems; - our target groups involve the whole innovation ecosystem actors: public and private procurers, state-owned enterprises, SMEs and start-ups, research and technological organisations, innovation agencies and other public bodies responsible for promoting procurement of innovation.

Keywords: capacity building,matchmaking,demand driven innovation,co design,investors