Data-Gouv-ML/pcri-informations-sur-les-projets-laureats huggingface dataset:
Social Space and Nature Conservation in the Gerêz-Xurés Transboundary Biosphere Reserve (Portugal/Spain) (SSpaceGX)

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: 2023-07-01
End date: 2025-12-31
Duration (months): 30.0
Total project cost (EUR): 172618.56
EU funding (EUR): 172618.56
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

The project aims to analyze the social space of nature conservation in the Gerêz-Xurés Transboundary Biosphere Reserve at the borders of Portugal and Spain. To do so, it will be necessary to incorporate an entirely new methodology into classical social space studies in order to account for the environmental dimensions of social dynamics. Specifically, advanced geo-spatial analysis combined with ethnographic approaches, will be added to geometric data analysis (mainly, the established methodology for the social space construction). This contribution is based on the parameters of a non-intrusive approach to living conditions proposed by Virgilio Borges' research team at the Institute of Sociology in the University of Porto (Ramos et al, 2021) . The inclusion of the environment into the social space of nature conservation will lead to the development of a new approach to current ecological problems. As a result, the research findings will provide alternatives to understand, prevent, and manage the main conflicts facing sustainable development in the Gerêz-Xurés Transboundary Biosphere Reserve. In sumary, the social space of nature conservation aims to model the social-environmental interdependencies surrounding a biosphere reserve by a strong synergy of spatial, statistical, and ethnographic methodologies. This social space can be replicated, compared, and improved in its operation in other biosphere reserves of the world.

Keywords: biosphere reserve,social space,nature conservation,sustainability,spatial analysis,multivariate statistics
A Multi-Isotope Assessment of the past Arctic Nutrient Cycle (PNut)

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: Environment and Geosciences
Countries involved: Denmark
Call: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2023 (HORIZON-MSCA-2023-PF-01, 2023)
Start date: 2024-05-01
End date: 2026-04-30
Duration (months): 24.0
Total project cost (EUR): 214934.4
EU funding (EUR): 214934.4
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

The ongoing radical decline in sea-ice cover and the Greenland Ice Sheet (GIS) melt is causing the oceans in the Arctic to freshen. In the western North Atlantic decreasing salinity again results in changes in ocean stratification and a shift in the nutrient distribution between Atlantic- and Pacific-sourced waters. Stratification and nutrient flux strongly impact surface productivity and phytoplankton community structures, but the collective influence of these mechanisms is not yet known and might regionally vary. The aim of pNut is to study the effects of sea-ice loss, GIS melting and water-mass re-distribution of nutrients during previous warming phases of the deglacial and Holocene. To achieve this, I will investigate the effects of past climate change on nutrient distribution and utilization by phytoplankton off Greenland. For a high spatial and regional evaluation, the study is based on five available sediment cores, one from the East Greenland shelf, and five cores along a North-South transect from Baffin Bay to the West Greenland shelf. In a novel approach, I will differentiate between silicic acid utilization based on silicon isotope compositions of sea ice and spring/summer bloom diatoms. Silicic acid concentrations will be evaluated based on silicon isotope compositions of sponge spicules. The net productivity, nitrate utilisation and stratification will be investigated based on bulk sedimentary nitrogen isotope analyses. The new results will be combined with records of sea surface temperature, diatom abundance, primary productivity, water-mass mixture, stratification, and sea-ice extent to synthesise a synoptic understanding of the influence of further future warming on the Arctic marine nutrient cycle and the biological pump.

Keywords: paleoceanography,nutrient concentration and utilization,silicon isotopes,nitrogen isotopes,diatoms,sponges,bulk sediment,holocene,arctic,west greenland,baffin bay
Advanced Ex Vivo Platform And Delivery Systems For Assessing And Enhancing Hyperuricemia Treatment (Bugs4UrateOnAChip)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Widening Participation and Strengthening the European Research Area
Programme: Widening participation and spreading excellence
Theme: Improved access to Excellence
Destination: Improved access to Excellence
Action type: Research and Innovation actions
Countries involved: Denmark,Portugal
Call: Hop on Facility (HORIZON-WIDERA-2023-ACCESS-06, 2023)
Duration (months): 28.0
Total project cost (EUR): 557510.0
EU funding (EUR): 557510.0
Participants: 2
Project status: CLOSED

The Bugs4urate original project proposes to understand how diet, glycans and the gut microbiome can influence urate metabolism, and to provide scientific evidence for the role of these factors in the treatment of hyperuricemia and the prevention of gout, using probiotics. The project is focused on in vivo studies that involve the recruitment of patients, which can lead to increased costs. Bugs4UrateOnAChip goes beyond the current state-of-the-art proposing the development of a pre-clinical platform representative of hyperuricemia allowing affordable and high-throughput screening of bioactives to identify the most promisor candidates to be tested in clinical trials, saving time and money and avoiding clinical fails and side effects on patients from non-efficacious treatments. The proposed platform brings the novelty of connecting three key stages of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) - digestion, fermentation and intestinal epithelial cells – in independent chips that can be connected, allowing the study of specific queries of a stage, or setting up the complete GIT. The new tool can also serve at-risk patients for personalized treatment contrasting to the usual trial and error approach. INL aims to support pre-clinical studies getting the right treatment in place in a faster way. In addition, INL aims to develop innovative targeting delivery systems based on encapsulated probiotics to improve their survival rate and mucoadhesiveness and, consequently, their potential therapeutic effect. The performance of encapsulated probiotics will also be evaluated in vitro using a digestion-on-a-chip system developed at INL.

Keywords: delivery systems,pre clinical screening,organoids,hyperuricemia on a chip
Insurgent Temporalities: Fascism as a Global Anti-Universalist Project (INTEMPO)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Consolidator grants
Action type: ERC actions
Panel: The Study of the Human Past
Panel description: Archaeology and history
Countries involved: Ireland
Call: ERC CONSOLIDATOR GRANTS (ERC-2024-COG, 2024)
Start date: 2025-06-01
End date: 2030-05-31
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1999698.0
EU funding (EUR): 1999698.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

Deploying a complex methodological apparatus drawing on transnational history, this project breaks new ground by providing an original global history of fascism (1919-1945). INTEMPO argues that the fascist national revolutions were part of a global project of overhauling the liberal international order and replacing it with a fascist one. It does so by approaching transnational fascism through the lens of temporality, showing the centrality of a specific temporal structure to fascist ideology. Fascists everywhere repurposed a historical or mythical past, saw their present as a watershed moment in world history, and aimed to accelerate it toward a redemptive future of eternal plenitude when time would stand still. Despite significant variation related to the different national contexts in which fascist movements and regimes emerged, the compatibility of this temporal structure – translating spatially into distinct but similarly compatible projections of a ‘New Order’ – allowed mutual recognition and enabled international cooperation that transcended fascism’s ultra-nationalism. The project further shows how fascism’s temporal imagination resolutely opposed the universal time regime associated with the spread of capitalism, liberalism, and colonial expansion. Fascist temporalities and their revolutionary potential are consequently used as an entry point for elucidating fascism’s restructuring of space – social space internally and geopolitical space internationally – and its complex engagement with capitalism and colonialism, respectively. The focus on temporality, underpinning analysis of the diverse forms that interactions between fascist movements and regimes took, allows us to operate across different spatial scales of analysis, from the local through the national to the global. INTEMPO inaugurates a new research agenda in four distinct fields: fascism studies, global history, the history of empire and colonialism, and the interdisciplinary study of temporality.

Keywords: fascism,temporality,global history,colonialism,conceptual history,corporatism,violence,genocide
Hidden Hydro Oscillating Power for Europe (H-HOPE)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness
Programme: Climate, Energy and Mobility
Theme: Energy
Destination: Sustainable, secure and competitive energy supply
Action type: Research and Innovation actions
Countries involved: Italy,Spain,Sweden,Türkiye,Austria,Slovenia,Czechia,Belgium,Iceland
Call: Development of hydropower equipment for hidden hydropower (HORIZON-CL5-2021-D3-03, 2021)
Start date: 2022-11-01
End date: 2026-10-31
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 4854229.65
EU funding (EUR): 4854229.4
Participants: 14
Project status: SIGNED

The H-HOPE project addresses the development and demonstration of innovative and sustainable energy harvesting systems capable of recovering hidden hydro energy from existing piping systems, open streams and open channels. This new technology is based on both the use of piezoelectric materials attached to submerged bodies with deforming walls and of electromagnetic regulators absorbing the transverse motion of oscillating bodies inside flows. The power density of the proposed energy harvesters will be significantly improved thanks to the multi-physics design approach and to the innovative adaptive power take-off (PTO) allowing to tune the resonance frequency of the coupled fluid-structure-electrical system and thus increase the flow induced vibrations under lock-in conditions. Eight (8) different case studies representative of actual industrial water facilities and free-flowing streams located across Europe will be used to experimentally test and validate the effectiveness of the technology in adequate and real operating conditions reproduced in laboratories. In parallel, numerical models will be developed and included in a multi-physics design strategy so as to optimize their design whereas an adaptive PTO will be developed and customize on the energy harvesting system so as to maximize the performance even in variable operating conditions. The assessment of the environmental and socio-economic impacts will be used to demonstrate the value of the selected case studies and the sustainability of the proposed technology aimed also at increasing the resilience of the water facilities. In order to extend this knowledge and promote the applications of the H-HOPE technologies to potential prosumers, an open-access and open-source do-it-yourself platform will be set up. As a result, the H-HOPE platform will certainly contribute to reduce the negative effects of the climate change and to reduce the CO2 emissions while increasing the energy independence of the EU.

Keywords: hydropower,water networks,resilience,digitalization
Tunable phononic crystals for quantum information technology (TPnCs_for_QIT)

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: Physics
Countries involved: Netherlands
Call: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2024 (HORIZON-MSCA-2024-PF-01, 2024)
Start date: 2025-10-01
End date: 2027-09-30
Duration (months): 24.0
Total project cost (EUR): 217076.16
EU funding (EUR): 217076.16
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

A phononic crystal (PnC) is an engineered metamaterial designed to control the propagation of mechanical waves (phonons). In PnCs, a periodic variation of material properties, e.g. stiffness, mass, or strain, gives rise to a phononic band structure, similar to the electronic band structure in solids. By adjusting the lattice parameters of the PnC, one can open a phononic band gap and engineer localised ‘defect modes’ with ultra-high mechanical quality factors (Qs), enabling state-of-the-art optomechanics and hybrid quantum systems (e.g. transduction or mechanical memory). While promising for quantum information technology (QIT), these systems are currently limited to fixed frequencies and lack dynamic control of Qs and coupling, constraining their utilisation and scalability. In this work, we will develop a dynamically tunable phononic platform based on a suspended silicon nitride membrane. This platform will allow us to realise analogues of fundamental solid-state physics phenomena for mechanical excitation, which we will harness for QIT. Specifically, through dynamic strain engineering, we will control the position and size of the phononic band gap – down to completely closing it. This change in hierarchy/topology in the band structure can be seen as the mechanical analogue to a metal-insulator transition (mMIT). Based on this we will realise a reconfigurable mechanical quantum memory (at 5 GHz; compatible with 1550 nm fibre optics) with an erase function capability. The successful completion of this project will significantly impact quantum optomechanics, introducing a new experimental ‘knob’ – comparable to gating in electronic systems. This will open the door for a large range of experiments and unlock the full potential of phonons for QIT. The researcher Jan N. Kirchhof is in a unique position to realise this project given his background in nanomechanics and phononics, which matches perfectly with the quantum optomechanics expertise of the host group at TUD.

Keywords: phononic crystal,nanomechanics,quantum information technology,quantum memory,solid state physics,mechanical phase transition,silicon nitride
Adaptive Digital Systems for Sustainable Construction and Material Management in the Circular Economy (ADAPT4CE)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Staff Exchanges
Action type: Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions
Panel: Information Science and Engineering
Countries involved: Greece,Germany,Italy,Cyprus,Portugal,Bulgaria,Jordan,Egypt
Call: MSCA Staff Exchanges 2023 (HORIZON-MSCA-2023-SE-01, 2023)
Start date: 2025-01-01
End date: 2028-12-31
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1959600.0
EU funding (EUR): 1656000.0
Participants: 13
Project status: SIGNED

ADAPT4CE is an innovative initiative aimed at revolutionizing the construction sector's approach to sustainability and resource efficiency. The project focuses on sustainable deconstruction and material reuse through advanced digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, augmented reality, additive manufacturing (AM), blockchain, and the Internet of Things. A primary goal of ADAPT4CE is to create expert systems for precise material characterization, to improve traceability with RFID technology, and to establish localized material banks for effective resource reuse. By developing digital tools for informed deconstruction decision-making, the project seeks to implement circular economy principles, optimize the use of resources, and ensure environmental sustainability in construction practices. Key activities include the development of computational algorithms for structural optimization, integration of Design for Disassembly principles into Building Information Modeling tools, and the conduction of life cycle assessments for construction materials to promote sustainable design practices and reduce environmental impacts. The project exploits advanced AM techniques to enhance the adaptability, durability, and sustainability of construction materials. By identifying smart materials with self-healing properties and furthering the capabilities of 3D/4D printing technologies, ADAPT4CE aims to transform the industry standards and benchmark new manufacturing methods against traditional practices. A centralized digital platform is being developed to integrate BIM, databases, and digital tools to support the entire lifecycle management of construction projects. This platform will facilitate predictive maintenance through digital twin technology, ensure dynamic adaptation to changing conditions, and enable stakeholder engagement with advanced data management and analysis tools.

Keywords: computational design,artificial intelligence,machine learning,additive manufacturing,building information modeling,iot,blockchain,lifecycle assessment,digital twins,construction
Confined Nanoreactors for Environmental, Medical and Catalytic Applications (NANOEMCA)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Staff Exchanges
Action type: Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions
Panel: Chemistry
Countries involved: Romania,Germany,France,Norway,Italy,Spain,Türkiye,Netherlands,Colombia,Luxembourg,United Kingdom
Call: MSCA Staff Exchanges 2024 (HORIZON-MSCA-2024-SE-01, 2024)
Start date: 2025-11-01
End date: 2029-10-31
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1971792.86
EU funding (EUR): 1643280.0
Participants: 16
Project status: SIGNED

The aim of the “Confined Nanoreactors for Environmental, Medical and Catalytic Applications (NANOEMCA)” project is to develop sustainable collaborative exchange between the Consortium Organisations, based in Europe and beyond, from the academic and non-academic sectors. One multidisciplinary and complementary team with competences in nanomaterials, chemical engineering, materials characterization, analytical chemistry, environmental engineering, catalysis, sensing, medicine, microbiology, biotechnology, physics, economy, life cycle assessment, electronic engineering, intelligent manufacturing will perform research, training and supervising of the researchers at any career stage. Free and transition metal-loaded mesoporous organosilica confined nanoreactors with different morphologies, high surface area and relevant applications will be designed and synthetized by four approaches: i) template using surfactants as structure-directing agents and silsesquioxane type (EtO)3Si–R–Si-(OEt)3, ii) post-grafting functionalization of mesopores surface, iii) photo-induced synthesis based photo-crosslinking sol-gel acrylic matrix and silsesquioxane type (EtO)3Si–R–Si-(OEt)3; iv) green synthesis of metal nanoparticles using PMOs nanoreactors. The new nanoreactors will be assessed for advanced applications in environment remediation, pollution control, catalysis, food packaging, biomedicine and biotechnology. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Life Cycle Costing (LCC) study of the synthesis will be developed to evaluate their environmental and economic impact. Researchers at any career stage, from PhD students to postdoctoral researchers, as well as experienced researchers will be involved in research, innovation and training activities. The exchanged staff will benefit from new knowledge, skills and career development perspectives. The participating institutions will increase their research and innovation capacities in the field of nanomaterials with advanced applications.

Keywords: free and transition metal loaded mesoporous organosilica confined nanoreactors
Mathematics of Bose-Einstein Condensation (MathBEC)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Advanced grants
Action type: ERC actions
Panel: Mathematics
Panel description: All areas of mathematics, pure and applied, plus mathematical foundations of computer science, mathematical physics and statistics
Countries involved: Denmark
Call: ERC ADVANCED GRANTS (ERC-2022-ADG, 2022)
Start date: 2023-08-01
End date: 2028-07-31
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 2198091.0
EU funding (EUR): 2198091.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

We propose a project in mathematics with a focus on many-body theory in mathematical physics. We are especially interested in the mathematical tools involved in the description and analysis of the recent experimental realizations of Bose-Einstein Condensation. It remains one of the most important challenges of mathematical physics to rigorously understand the formation of condensates in interacting systems. This project aims to address that challenge. Progress on the problem of condensation has been made on certain length scales, and we aim to push the boundaries of these lengths with a view towards the end-goal of actually having a mathematical proof of condensation in a continuum system of interacting quantum particles in the thermodynamic limit. To approach this objective we will study various related systems and problems with the expectation of getting improved understanding by seeing the methods in a new light. To fully solve these simpler problems will require the development of new mathematical tools and the gain of critical insight. Some of these simplified problems are concerned with the energy of the Bose gas in the dilute limit, also in dimensions different from 3, as well as LHY-physics—specially prepared systems where the normally lower order correction terms become dominant.

Keywords: quantum mechanics,many particle systems