Data-Gouv-ML/pcri-informations-sur-les-projets-laureats huggingface dataset:
Electrically heated catalytic reforming reactors (eQATOR)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness
Programme: Digital, Industry and Space
Theme: Industry
Destination: Increased Autonomy in Key Strategic Value Chains for Resilient Industry
Action type: Innovation actions
Countries involved: Norway,Austria,Germany,Italy,France,Czechia,Belgium,United Kingdom
Call: Development of more energy efficient electrically heated catalytic reactors (IA) (HORIZON-CL4-2021-RESILIENCE-01, 2021)
Start date: 2022-06-01
End date: 2026-05-31
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 8415722.01
EU funding (EUR): 7535960.38
Participants: 16
Project status: SIGNED

Process electrification and use of renewable resources for the production of chemicals can have a huge impact on climate change. Biogas is a particularly attractive renewable carbon source for decentralized production of chemicals due to its huge current production capacity and opportunities for growth. In parallel, methanol is an important base chemical with a huge and growing market size, produced mainly from fossil resources today. In this context, eQATOR aims to demonstrate in an industrially relevant environment (TRL6) scalable, electrically-heated catalytic reactor technologies that will allow conversion of biogas into syngas with improved efficiency compared to the state-of-art, bridging biogas production with downstream conversion technology into higher-added value products such as methanol, fuels and hydrogen. The central innovation in eQATOR is the integrated development of catalysts and reactors, and two different, yet complementary, electric heating technologies, resistive and microwave heating, leading to disruptive electrically-heated reactor technologies for syngas production. eQATOR will help transform syngas production from large-volume reactors with fired burners to renewable heated and compact reactors (up to 90% size reduction of total reactor unit and 50-75% reduction in catalyst volume), providing significant benefits from process intensification. Implementation of eQATOR technology will decrease life-cycle CO2 emissions for syngas production by 60-80% and save from 7 Mt CO2/year in 2030, up to around 45 Mt CO2/year in 2045. The experimental development is supported by a broad integrated sustainability assessment including techno-economic feasibility, environmental footprint and impact on society and rural development. The eQATOR consortium provides complementary world class expertise along the entire value chain and strong industrial commitment to maximise wide exploitation of the results through industrial implementation.

Keywords: biogas conversion,methanol,electrification,dry reforming,catalyst,reactor,monolith,resistive heating,microwave heating,process design,syngas,process intensification,sustainability
Advanced Research on Cryogenic Technologies for Innovative Computing (ARCTIC)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness
Programme: Digital, Industry and Space
Theme: Public-private partnerships
Destination: Chips for Europe Initiative
Action type: Research and Innovation actions
Partnership: CHIPS (JU-JTI)
Countries involved: Belgium,Austria,Switzerland,Estonia,Finland,France,Ireland,Netherlands,Sweden,Canada,Germany
Call: Global call according to SRIA 2023 (RIA) (HORIZON-KDT-JU-2023-2-RIA, 2023)
Start date: 2024-04-01
End date: 2027-03-31
Duration (months): 36.0
Total project cost (EUR): 34604389.7
EU funding (EUR): 11267698.98
Participants: 36
Project status: SIGNED

The rise of quantum technology has opened the eyes of the ICT industry with respect to cryogenics. It is considered an enabler bringing in quantum functionalities and enhanced system performance and we are observing a massive growth of cryogenics from coolers to cryogenic electronics and photonics. ArCTIC is a joint effort of top European RTOs, industrial fabrication facilities, and leading application partners (23 industrial among which 14 SMEs, 7 RTO, 6 academic), sharing the vision to take a joint EU step towards the era of cryogenic classical and quantum microsystems. We aim to close the gap between qubit research and interfacing control machinery, highly needed for scaled-up quantum systems. The main goal of ArCTIC is to develop scalable cryogenic ICT microsystems and control technology for quantum processors. The technologies developed will have applications in many fields from sensing to communication, leading to important cross-fertilization that will strengthen the forming European ecosystem on cryogenic classical and quantum microsystems. ArCTIC will advance semiconductor technologies and materials, and tailor these for QT requirements and cryogenic applications. Multi-scale physics and data-driven models, cryogenic PDK modelling, device characterization, circuit design activities will support the development of cryogenic microelectronics. We will develop quantum processor platforms and broaden the applicability of microelectronic devices and circuits for cryogenic operation by developing cryo-compatible ultra-low loss substrates and thin-films, microelectronic and photonic circuits, semiconductor packaging and heterogeneous-integration techniques and benchmark the developed technologies. Scientific and Industrial ArCTIC-demonstrators and applications are driving our developments enabling the European industry to maintain and expand its leading edge in semiconductor components and processes and QT and strengthen sustainable manufacturing technologies

Keywords: cryo cmos,cryogenic electronics,cryogenic components,cryo coolers,cryogenic measurement equipment,spin qubits,3d integration for cryo,cryogenic systems,cryogenic photonics
A Theory of Neural Networks for Control (NN4C)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Starting grants
Action type: ERC actions
Panel: Computer Science and Informatics
Panel description: Informatics and information systems, computer science, scientific computing, intelligent systems
Countries involved: Israel
Call: ERC STARTING GRANTS (ERC-2024-STG, 2024)
Start date: 2024-10-01
End date: 2029-09-30
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1493750.0
EU funding (EUR): 1493750.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

As neural networks are delivering groundbreaking performance in various machine learning frameworks --- ranging from the basic framework of supervised learning to the powerful and challenging framework of control --- immense efforts focus on developing underlying mathematical theories. Recent years witnessed breakthrough contributions to the theory of neural networks for supervised learning, by myself and others. Yet, from a theoretical perspective, much is left to be elucidated about neural networks in the powerful framework of control, leading to a predominantly heuristic implementation, which hinders their use in control application domains where safety, robustness and reliability are critical, e.g. healthcare, aerospace and manufacturing. The overarching goal of the proposed research is to develop a comprehensive mathematical theory of neural networks for control, providing an explanative formalism for intriguing empirical phenomena, as well as breakthrough practical techniques that promote safety, robustness and reliability. The research aims to overcome major current challenges by harnessing powerful mathematical tools in the realms of tensor analysis and dynamical systems theory, that I have developed over the past decade. Building on my academic record in the theory of neural networks for supervised learning, which is accompanied by vast practical industry experience with neural networks for control, I am confident in being uniquely positioned to pursue this pressing ambitious goal of developing a practical theory for neural networks in control. A successful outcome of the research will significantly broaden the theoretical knowledge on neural networks, and unleash their power in critical control application domains, thereby having transformative impact.

Keywords: learning theory,neural networks,control,tensor analysis,dynamical systems
INducing TRionic gaIn in two-dimensional semicoNductors by local StraIn and Charge manipulation (INTRINSIC)

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: Information Science and Engineering
Countries involved: United States,Italy
Call: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2021 (HORIZON-MSCA-2021-PF-01, 2021)
Start date: 2022-11-01
End date: 2025-10-31
Duration (months): 36.0
Total project cost (EUR): 265099.2
EU funding (EUR): 265099.2
Participants: 3
Project status: SIGNED

The ability to manipulate excitonic complexes in 2D-materials is of fundamental importance for the development of excitonic based optoelectronic devices operating in low-carrier density, low-power regimes. Correlating locally variable quantities with emission properties of excitonic complexes on sub-diffraction length scale could enable on-demand control of the mutual conversion between excitons and trions. In particular, control over trion density upon photoexcitation in a functionalized 2D-material disclose the possibility to achieve trionic optical gain, that is, a condition of optical gain sustained by the difference between trion and pre-doped electron density. As a peculiarity, trionic optical gain does not require global population inversion common to optical gain mechanisms of conventional semiconductors. Therefore, trion density control could enable optical amplification and lasing at unprecedented low levels of excitation. To this end, we aim to understand the photoexcitation dependent trion formation process, their abundance and stability upon variation of local quantities such as carrier doping, defects density and strain fields in 2D-materials. To pursue this goal we will implement a structural /spectroscopic correlated approach based on hyperspectral nano-imaging and far-field cryo-microscopy of 2D monolayers transferred on a plasmonic nanopillars array with controlled levels of charge doping and strain. Demonstration of trionic optical gain in such conditions will provide the necessary requirement for achieving trionic lasing. Laser feedback will be then realized by engineering the surface lattice resonance of a plasmonic nanopillar cavity to match the trionic peak gain wavelength.

Keywords: excitons,trions,near field spectroscopy,optical gain,laser,plasmonics
Cooperative Optimal Control of Solar Plants (COOPCOSOL)

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: Spain
Call: ERC PROOF OF CONCEPT GRANTS (ERC-2025-POC, 2025)
Start date: 2025-08-01
End date: 2027-01-31
Duration (months): 18.0
Total project cost (EUR): 150000.0
EU funding (EUR): 150000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

The main objective is to demonstrate that the Multiple Scenario Cooperative Model Predictive Control (MSC-MPC) algorithms developed under the Advanced Grant OCONTSOLAR can be effectively applied to optimize the production of commercial solar plants. This proposed PoC aims to validate the MSC-MPC algorithms developed in OCONTSOLAR not only for the solar field for the entire solar power plant. The proposal addresses optimal scheduling and control while accounting for the intermittent and stochastic nature of solar radiation and electricity market prices. Specifically, Model Predictive Control based on multiple scenarios will be used to manage uncertainties. The experiments and demonstrations will be conducted on a commercial plant. If successful, the involved company intends to apply these results to other plants. Furthermore, the proponent believes these techniques could be extended to other types of power plants.
ECOSHIPYARD (ESY)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness
Programme: Climate, Energy and Mobility
Theme: Mobility
Destination: Clean and competitive solutions for all transport modes
Action type: Innovation actions
Countries involved: Greece,Germany,Spain,Italy,Cyprus,Netherlands,Norway,Portugal,Estonia,United Kingdom,Malta
Call: Reducing the environmental impact from shipyards and developing a whole life strategy to measure and minimise the non-operational environmental impacts from shipping (HORIZON-CL5-2023-D5-01, 2023)
Start date: 2024-01-01
End date: 2026-12-31
Duration (months): 36.0
Total project cost (EUR): 5183777.5
EU funding (EUR): 4157410.26
Participants: 16
Project status: SIGNED

ECOSHIPYARD is a research and innovation project aimed at promoting sustainable shipbuilding practices and material circularity in the European Union. The project is focused on developing solutions to reduce the environmental impact of shipyards, increase energy efficiency, and optimize operations and also measure and reduce the non-operational impacts. The project team consists of shipyards, research organizations, and technology providers from different EU member states. ECOSHIPYARD will explore innovative ways to manage materials' circularity by developing and implementing an EU-material passport for ships. This passport will track the origin and use of materials in shipbuilding, maintenance, repair, and disassembly, providing valuable information for the circular management of materials. The project will also examine technologies and processes to reduce the environmental impact and improve energy efficiency in shipbuilding and operation. These include the use of renewable energy sources, electrification of ports, and optimization of logistics and operations. ECOSHIPYARD will also develop digital tools to support sustainable shipbuilding practices. These tools will enable shipyards to monitor and manage their environmental impact, assess their carbon footprint, and identify opportunities for improvement. The project aims to contribute to the EU's environmental and climate goals by effective monitoring of shipyard environmental performance, reduce emissions from processes and promote a circular economy in the shipbuilding sector. The outcomes of the project will provide valuable insights and best practices for sustainable shipbuilding, benefitting both the industry and the environment.
Biases in Administrative Service Encounters: Transitioning from Human to Artificial Intelligence (BiASE-AI)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Excellent Science
Programme: European Research Council (ERC)
Theme: European research council
Destination: Consolidator grants
Action type: ERC actions
Panel: Institutions, Governance and Legal Systems
Panel description: Political science, international relations, law
Countries involved: Germany
Call: ERC CONSOLIDATOR GRANTS (ERC-2024-COG, 2024)
Start date: 2025-07-01
End date: 2030-06-30
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1954746.0
EU funding (EUR): 1954746.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

Artificial intelligence (AI) holds the potential to assist or even replace civil servants in citizen-state interactions, which refer to those instances in which citizens seek or receive assistance, information, or support from a public agency. In Germany alone, around 130 to 150 million such public service encounters (PSE) occur each year, with the current proportion of digital encounters, facilitated through email or chatbots, standing at 41 percent. This is only the beginning of a revolution that will accelerate due to technological innovation and scarcity in human resources. The goal of this project is to study the consequences of shifting from human to AI-powered conversational agents in PSE. Paradoxically, while the transition to artificial encounters is already taking place in practice, we still lack understanding of what happens during conventional human encounters. This prevents researchers from evaluating the consequences of shifting from one venue to the other. Therefore, the project’s main research questions are: How can we conceptualize and measure communicative biases in PSE? What biases emerge in the verbal communication of humans and AI agents in PSE? How does variation in communication affect citizen perceptions of the encounter? AI has the potential to improve service delivery, but there are also risks for the legitimacy of democracy. Without further research, the introduction of AI threatens to merely shift biases from one venue (civil servants) to another (AI agent). As its ground-breaking contributions, the project (1) develops natural language processing tools to operationalize verbal communication; (2) collects data from human encounters in PSE and realizes experiments on AI-based encounters; (3) and analyses such data to formulate and test a theory about communicative biases in PSE. Doing so, (4) the project will produce and disseminate urgently needed practical insights on the application of AI conversational agents in the public sector.
The Translocal Far Right in Europe: Exploring the Mobilization Against ‘Gender’ (REXGEN)

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: Finland
Call: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2024 (HORIZON-MSCA-2024-PF-01, 2024)
Start date: 2026-04-01
End date: 2028-03-31
Duration (months): 24.0
Total project cost (EUR): 226276.8
EU funding (EUR): 226276.8
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

The Translocal Far Right in Europe: Exploring the Mobilization Against 'Gender' (REXGEN) explores pressing issues in the study of the extreme right, gender equality, and sexual diversity in contemporary Europe. Emphasizing the role of protest and the different scales of far-right mobilization, the project’s core questions are (1) how the far right conceptualizes gender and sexuality in the context of anti-gender politics, (2) how the interplay between the local and (trans)national levels of far-right politics shape anti-gender mobilization, and (3) how far-right actors and ideas are mainstreamed in the context of local anti-gender protest. REXGEN relies on a comparative analytical framework, studying far-right mobilization against sexual diversity in the center-east (Poland), center-west (Germany), west (France), and south (Portugal) of Europe. It employs a mixed-methods research design drawing from both established and new approaches to qualitative data collection and analysis in the study of the far right, including protest event analysis, (digital) ethnography, and frame analysis. REXGEN pursues three innovation objectives: First, it builds new, interdisciplinary theory by asking different questions and using novel concepts such as 'translocalism' to study the far right. Second, it develops an innovative research design and methodology by applying a comparative approach and using some of the most recent approaches to data collection and analysis, namely video-enhanced protest event analysis. Third, it generates original data by focusing on a recent form of far-right mobilization: protest against the public display of queerness such as in pride parades and 'drag queen story hour'. While extreme-right actors fight a self-declared ‘culture war’ against what they denounce as ‘gender ideology’, the project’s unprecedented empirical findings will be of immeasurable value for the social sciences, European democratic institutions, and civil society.

Keywords: far right protest gender equality sexual diversity localism mainstreaming transnationalism europe
Dynamic Decarbonization Pathways Framework: Integrating Technological, Social, and Policy Innovations for Sustainable Renovations in the Built Environment (DeCO2)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness
Programme: Climate, Energy and Mobility
Theme: Energy
Destination: Efficient, sustainable and inclusive energy use
Action type: Innovation actions
Partnership: B4P (co-programmed)
Countries involved: Netherlands,Greece,Spain,Portugal,Germany,Austria,Italy,Ireland
Call: Demonstrate built-environment decarbonisation pathways through bottom-up technological, social and policy innovation for adaptive integrated sustainable renovation solutions (Built4People Partnership) (HORIZON-CL5-2023-D4-02, 2023)
Start date: 2024-06-01
End date: 2028-05-31
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 6888495.0
EU funding (EUR): 5997764.63
Participants: 17
Project status: SIGNED

The building sector holds a prominent position in energy consumption (40%) and CO2 emissions (36%) within the European Union. Moreover, current construction and renovation practices are huge raw material consumers and highly waste producers. Despite the efforts, on an EU scale, renovation rates are far below the minimum required, now only reaching around 1% of the building stock per year. These drawbacks bring forward the impact of rising material extraction, shrunk global circularity from to 7.2% in 2023. To facilitate closing this performance and design-to-market gap in the built environment, DeCO2 aims to address the compelling need for advancing innovative technological applications and solutions on the built environment, focusing on building elements, materials, products, and technologies. The project also aims to set up solid and long-lasting partnerships within the legal and regulatory framework and other stakeholders addressing the whole value chain for socio-economic innovation, facilitating to close the performance and design-to-market gap, including for historical and cultural heritage buildings. A well-segmented audience targeting developers, policymakers, and the construction industry will ensure effective market penetration, as DeCO2 is projected as an aligned solution to the EU's sustainability aspirations. Collaborative engagement, showcasing tangible benefits and dedicated digital presence will embrace the entire building-life cycle and all the relevant stakeholders involved in each innovation action stage of renovation projects, materials, and techniques (targeting TRL 8) that contribute to space users’ overall health and wellbeing, comfort and inclusivity.

Keywords: product as a service decarbonisation circularity digitalisation energy efficiency