Data-Gouv-ML/pcri-informations-sur-les-projets-laureats huggingface dataset:
Next Generation Open Innovations in Trustworthy Embedded AI Architectures for Smart Cities, Mobility and Logistics (NexTArc)

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: Sweden,Austria,Czechia,Estonia,Germany,Italy,Netherlands,Spain,Türkiye,Switzerland
Call: HORIZON-JU-Chips-2024-2-RIA Topic 1Global call according to SRIA 2023 (HORIZON-JU-Chips-2024-2-RIA, 2024)
Start date: 2025-09-01
End date: 2028-08-31
Duration (months): 36.0
Total project cost (EUR): 27213529.5
EU funding (EUR): 8548303.2
Participants: 38
Project status: SIGNED

Data and AI-driven smart technologies, with an emphasis on (i) the connection between the urban space and the industrial space, (ii) sustainable living and (ii) sustainable industrial production, hold the transformative potential to enhance the sustainability and climate resilience across EU, in private and work spaces. Assuming this, NexTArc is devoted to augmenting the adoption of Trustworthy edge AI and IoT across 3 complementary and interrelated application domains, organised as Use Cases (UC): SLN - Smart, sustainable and Liveable Neighbourhood in Urban Spaces; STI - Smart, sustainable and transparent industrial Spaces; and TEM - Trustworthy and Eco-friendly Multimodal Connectivity of Urban and Industrial Spaces through people and freight mobility, incl. the inter and intra-mobility. Building on this vision, NexTArc aims to promote the cross-fertilization of ideas among a broad spectrum of stakeholders, 38 partners in 10 countries, integrated over a four-fold Innovation Module (IM) approach: i) cyber-resilience on chip; ii) low-power embedded AI; iii) improved computation and dependability covering the high-performance needs; iv) holistic solution stack to enable trustworthy services, which resonate with the EU Chips Act, etc. NexTArc has identified 6 Specific Objectives: 1) Driving adoption of AI while enhancing connectivity preparedness; 2) Targeting a 40% increase in data transmission rates and a 30% reduction in energy use during data processes, while ensuring robust architectural resilience; 3) Fortifying cyber-physical security with an aim for full-compliance with EU’s Chip and Cybersecurity act; 4) Realising open HW/SW to ensure designs that are secure, safe, private, and accountable; 5) Proactively adapting to the dynamic landscape of open-source innovations and key industry standards; 6) Orchestrating 4 IM, unveiling 15 Key Innovations to develop the solutions that are needed for Europe to take the technological lead towards a sustainable society.

Keywords: ai accelerators hardware accelerators trustworthy embedded ai embedded ai energy aware energy efficiency high performance computing smart and sustainable cities smart mobility and logistics
Light and Sound pollution: effects on urban aquatic biodiversity and its management (AquaPLAN-Pt)

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: Italy,Portugal
Call: Hop on Facility (HORIZON-WIDERA-2023-ACCESS-06, 2023)
Duration (months): 36.0
Total project cost (EUR): 593748.75
EU funding (EUR): 591248.75
Participants: 3
Project status: CLOSED

AquaPLAN aims to quantify the combined impacts of Light and Noise Pollution (LNP) on aquatic biodiversity in European waters and provide managing strategies for their mitigation. FCiencias will build on those objectives to overcome several knowledge gaps, with a two-fold novelty: an incremental novelty, adding a new land-cover type (urban), a new habitat (small ponds and streams), and a new suit of taxa (freshwater macroinvertebrates and amphibians); and a scientific novelty, considering the potential impacts of a consequence of noise, substrate vibration, which can be more important in shallow water systems, as urban aquatic habitats. While direct noise impacts large bodies of water, sound-induced substrate vibration can cause additional stress in organisms which use these areas for food or shelter. This approach will allow FCiencias to contribute to and increase AquaPLAN objectives. Because multiple other stressors (other than LNP) are found in urban areas, FCiencias will consider the impacts of LNP and substrate vibration along with air pollution and urban heat island. Because measures to decrease the impact of noise in humans are built in cities, FCiencias will test their potential role in protecting biodiversity, including calculating thresholds for effects. Taking this information together with new knowledge of the role of substrate vibration (which can be manipulated when building or restoring urban aquatic habitats), FCiencias will contribute to improve policies and technological development for dealing with LNP. Considering the novel LNP sources and biodiversity taxa considered, FCiencias will widen AquaPLAN range of habitats and taxa, which is especially relevant for sensitive taxa, such as amphibians and some freshwater macroinvertebrates. This will also contribute to implement long-term monitoring of LNP combined impacts on aquatic ecosystems.

Keywords: urban ponds and streams substrate vibration nature based solutions mediterranean climate macroinvertebrates amphibia
Digitally-enhanced multi-level solution for smart human-centric remanufacturing (rEUman)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness
Programme: Digital, Industry and Space
Theme: Industry
Destination: Climate neutral, Circular and Digitised Production
Action type: Innovation actions
Partnership: Made in Europe (co-programmed)
Countries involved: Italy,Germany,Hungary,Lithuania,Belgium,Greece,Slovenia,United Kingdom,Poland,Türkiye
Call: Factory-level and value chain approaches for remanufacturing (Made in Europe Partnership) (IA) (HORIZON-CL4-2023-TWIN-TRANSITION-01, 2023)
Start date: 2024-09-01
End date: 2028-08-31
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 8264936.25
EU funding (EUR): 6698006.63
Participants: 20
Project status: SIGNED

The European remanufacturing industry is crucial for the sustainable transition of Europe, thanks to the savings in energy, materials and functionality that is guaranteed by the process. In fact, the socio- economic benefits of remanufacturing, in terms of number of workers, skills development and technological uptake, are as impactful as the environmental benefits. However, to future-proof the European remanufacturing industry and increase its competitiveness, the obstacles facing the human worker need to be addressed as a matter of strategic urgency. Currently, established remanufacturing sectors recognized the barriers in the limited automation, poor human inclusion, lack of traceability and restricted use of digitalization. Hence, rEUman aims at developing and demonstrating a novel paradigm of human-centric remanufacturing approach for the European industry; acting at factory and value-chain levels. At factory level, the main industrial need is to guarantee high regeneration rates of the remanufactured products and to achieve traceability of the remanufacturing process-chain. While at value-chain level, the main industrial need is to guarantee stability in terms of volume and quality of the post-use products. rEUman shall demonstrate the new remanufacturing paradigm, which is intrinsically human-safe, target-driven in regeneration and certification, flexible while facing variability in post-use parts, robust and replicable to new circular business cases. To that end, rEUman addresses the call topic by (i) developing cutting edge remanufacturing approaches (factory level) and integrating them into the value-chain , (ii) demonstrating functional retention in three sectors (Automotive, Home appliances and Optoelectronics), (iii) introducing traceability in remanufacturing by implementing the first remanufacturing-centred DPP, (iv) considering operation and economic viability by showcasing complete business cases coupled with designed training material.
Medical-grade Neurotechnology to treat Dementia (Elevvo)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Innovative Europe
Programme: The European Innovation Council (EIC)
Theme: EIC Accelerator
Destination: Other destinations
Action type: EIC actions
Countries involved: Spain
Call: EIC Accelerator 2024 - Short application (HORIZON-EIC-2024-ACCELERATOR-01, 2024)
Duration (months): 36.0
Total project cost (EUR): 2.5
EU funding (EUR): 2.5
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

Problem. Dementia is a major public health issue, with no effective, efficient, or safe treatments currently available to cure or delay its onset. Breakthrough. Elevvo offers a groundbreaking solution, becoming the first validated medical device to treat mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and delay the onset of dementia. This breakthrough is based on the combination of two innovative treatments that combine neurotechnology and artificial intelligence (AI). The first treatment utilizes active neuromodulation, while the second involves passive auditory stimulation during sleep. Innovation. Elevvo introduces a new standard in neuro-therapeutics, with two evidence-based treatments that can be self-managed at home, with remote supervision by physicians. Key components are: 1) HomeKit: A user-friendly neuroheadset paired with a mobile tablet, equipped with 4G/5G connectivity for delivering AI-driven treatments. 2) Cloud-based software: A system to manage treatments and a web-based portal, allowing physicians to monitor patient progress remotely. Current State. In Phase 1 and Phase 2a clinical trials, Elevvo demonstrated that patients could safely and independently use the HomeKit. Both treatments also showed significant improvements in biomarkers related to working memory, episodic memory, and memory consolidation in the target population (MCI patients). The results have qualified for a multicenter randomized clinical trial Phase 2b clinical trial currently under execution. Path Forward. Support from the EIC will enable the progression from TRL 6 to 9, culminating in international multicenter Phase 3 clinical trials, scaling up, and moving towards the go-to-market phase.

Keywords: neurotechnology,mild cognitive impairment
Impact Assessment for Action Competence (IMP_ACT)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness
Programme: Climate, Energy and Mobility
Theme: Climate
Destination: Climate sciences and responses for the transformation towards climate neutrality
Action type: Research and Innovation actions
Countries involved: Netherlands,Sweden,Germany,Belgium,Czechia,Italy,Serbia
Call: Improving the evidence base regarding the impact of sustainability and climate change education and related learning outcomes (HORIZON-CL5-2023-D1-01, 2023)
Start date: 2024-01-01
End date: 2027-12-31
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 4998750.0
EU funding (EUR): 4998750.0
Participants: 11
Project status: SIGNED

IMP>ACT aims to better understand and provide recommendations on how to measure what learners actually learn in sustainability and climate change education (SCCE). Central to achieving this goal is the development and validation of the IMP>ACT assessment framework for users in policy and practice. SCCE is still relatively new in the EU context. There is still a lack of understanding of what effective SCCE looks like and how its impact can be measured. As a result, an evidence base to inform decisions for further development of programs and policies is still lacking. Existing evidence is scattered across scientific fields and societal actors, often resulting in underutilised feedback loops between monitoring, evaluation and implementation. These gaps hinder effective policy making and achievement of SCCE learning outcomes. At the core of the IMP>ACT assessment framework are the concepts of action competence (key observable learning outcome of SCCE) and action-orientation (key qualities of teaching, driving learning in SCCE). IMP>ACT will design and validate the framework in a user-centred, iterative approach through small-scale interventions, followed by six large-scale case studies, selected to cover the lifelong learning scope of SCCE. IMP>ACT brings together an interdisciplinary consortium with partners from SCCE research, policy and practice. In each country a national stakeholder group (35 committed organisations) actively co-develops and validates the IMP>ACT assessment framework, contributing to its validity and viability beyond the project’s lifetime. The IMP>ACT assessment framework will allow designers and implementers of SCCE policies, curricula and practices to collect information on the impact they achieve, and as such drive improved feedback loops between research, policy and practice. This ensures that SCCE materials, tools, interventions, and curricula stay relevant, and leads to evidence-based quality improvement of SCCE policies and practices.

Keywords: impact assessment action competence sustainability and climate change education formal and non formal learning policy evaluation educational effectiveness monitoring and evaluation
Multi-disciplinary Understanding of Legacy and Influence of Devotions (MULID). The Legacy of Sufism: A Study of Mulid Celebrations in Egypt (MULID)

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: Germany
Call: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2024 (HORIZON-MSCA-2024-PF-01, 2024)
Start date: 2025-06-01
End date: 2027-05-31
Duration (months): 24.0
Total project cost (EUR): 217965.12
EU funding (EUR): 217965.12
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

The project aims to explore the history of Mulid celebrations, which are vibrant expressions of Sufi devotion and cultural heritage in Egypt. This project is novel in its approach, as it not only explores the historical and spiritual significance of Mulids but also examines the contemporary experiences and meanings that these celebrations hold for participants, through poetry, stories, calligraphy, readings, rituals, prayer and dance. The project will also create a comprehensive database that will document contemporary Mulid practices in Egypt and contribute to the Islamic Cultural Archive (ICA) database, thereby supporting future research and cultural preservation efforts. By applying qualitative research methods, including fieldwork, participant observation and interviews. Also, to capture the diverse interpretations associated with Mulids, thus filling a significant gap in existing scholarship. The creation of a comprehensive database documenting the geographical distribution, Sufi affiliations, and traditions of the Mulid celebrations further adds to the project's innovative contributions and provides a valuable resource for future research and cultural preservation efforts. The multidisciplinary nature of the project is a key strength, integrating frameworks from social anthropology, religious studies, festival studies, and material religion. These frameworks will help to analyse the cultural, spiritual, and socio-political dimensions of Mulid celebrations, ensuring an understanding of these events. In addition, by contributing to digital archiving efforts and supporting the preservation of intangible cultural heritage, the project aligns with broader initiatives aimed at improving cultural accessibility and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration in the digital humanities. This approach ensures the project’s relevance not only to scholarly audiences but also to broader cultural preservation initiatives, enriching the ICA database with valuable insights and data.

Keywords: sufism,islamic mysticism,social anthropology,material religion,sufi orders,religious festivals,ritual practices,mulid celebrations,intangible cultural heritage,ethnographic fieldwork
A data analytics platform to empower international recycling by showcasing market participants, limiting risks and losses through business intelligence and encouraging transparency and accountability (TFDAP)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Innovative Europe
Programme: The European Innovation Council (EIC)
Theme: EIC Accelerator
Destination: Other destinations
Action type: EIC actions
Countries involved: Netherlands
Call: EIC Accelerator 2024 - Short application (HORIZON-EIC-2024-ACCELERATOR-01, 2024)
Duration (months): 18.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1170472.0
EU funding (EUR): 1170472.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

Tradefox is working on developing a comprehensive data analytics platform for the trade of recyclables, focussing on integrating rated trade history, market pricing, tailored KYB and ESG data to develop counterparty risk metrics.

Keywords: recycling,business intelligence,machine learning,artificial intelligence,transparency,big data
Bioengineered microbes as a platform for discovering chemical rescuers of disease-related misfolding of integral membrane proteins (ProMisMe)

Framework: Horizon Europe — Widening Participation and Strengthening the European Research Area
Programme: Widening participation and spreading excellence
Theme: Attracting and mobilising the best talents
Destination: Attracting and mobilising the best talents
Action type: Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions
Panel: Life Sciences
Countries involved: Greece
Call: Fostering balanced brain circulation – ERA Fellowships (HORIZON-WIDERA-2022-TALENTS-04, 2022)
Start date: 2024-01-01
End date: 2026-06-30
Duration (months): 30.0
Total project cost (EUR): 211658.4
EU funding (EUR): 211658.4
Participants: 2
Project status: SIGNED

Protein misfolding diseases (PMDs) are a large group of human disorders caused by the misfolding of specific proteins. They include conditions with high socio-economic impact, such as Alzheimer’s disease, cystic fibrosis, obesity and type 2 diabetes, and the majority of them remain incurable. Among the >70 PMDs, about 1/3 are caused by misfolding-prone membrane proteins (MisMPs). Despite their significance, and mainly due to the difficulties associated with MisMP overexpression, isolation and characterization, the PMD scientific community has largely overlooked MisMP-associated PMDs, thus limiting opportunities for drug discovery. In ProMisMe, we will develop engineered bacteria and yeast, which can function as broadly applicable discovery platforms for compounds that rescue MisMP misfolding. These compounds will be selected from libraries of drug-like molecules biosynthesized in these microbes using a technology that allows the facile production of tens of millions to tens of billions of different test molecules. These libraries will then be screened in the same microbial cells that produce them and the rare molecules that rescue MisMP misfolding effectively will be selected by ultrahigh-throughput screening. The effect of the selected molecules on MisMP folding will then evaluated by biochemical and biophysical methods, while their ability to reverse MisMP-induced pathogenicity will be tested in appropriate mammalian cell assays. The molecules that rescue the misfolding and associated pathogenicity of the target MisMPs will become therapeutic candidates against the corresponding diseases. This procedure will be applied for different MisMPs to identify potential therapeutics for two serious PMDs: Usher Syndrome III and Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. Successful realization of ProMisMe will provide invaluable therapeutic leads against major diseases and a more widely applicable framework for drug discovery against diseases caused by membrane protein misfolding.

Keywords: biomolecular engineering synthetic biology e coli s cerevisiae protein misfolding diseases membrane proteins pharmacological chaperones cyclic peptides high throughput screening
Optical control over correlated topological quantum phases of matter (OptoQuantTOP)

Framework: Horizon Europe — 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: Switzerland
Call: ERC STARTING GRANTS (ERC-2025-STG, 2025)
Start date: 2026-01-01
End date: 2030-12-31
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 2364733.0
EU funding (EUR): 2364733.0
Participants: 1
Project status: SIGNED

A central goal in modern condensed matter physics is to understand and manipulate collective phenomena at the intersection of topology and strong many-body interactions. Moire materials composed of layered van der Waals (vdW) crystals are a unique platform for exploring this frontier. These systems support flat topological electronic bands resembling Landau levels but without magnetic fields. This has recently enabled realization of long-sought fractional Chern insulators (FCIs): zero-field analogs of fractional quantum Hall (FQH) states. Unlike the latter, FCIs operate in an unexplored regime where electrons spontaneously break time-reversal symmetry and experience emergent magnetic fields far exceeding those in standard laboratories. This raises timely fundamental questions: What is the nature of collective fractionally charged excitations of FCIs? Can they couple to light? Can we engineer vdW devices that allow for in-situ programming of FCI properties with light, a feat impossible for FQH? Addressing these questions could have revolutionary implications, unlocking dynamical access to the phase diagrams of topologically-ordered phases, a key challenge in the field. The overarching goal of this project is to develop an optical interface that enables local, on-demand, ultra-fast access and control over strongly correlated topological phases in moire materials. Using this platform, we will answer key questions of topological many-body physics, with potential groundbreaking technological applications in topotronics and quantum computing.

Keywords: two dimensional materials van der waals heterostructures optical spectroscopy topological phases of matter chern number fractional chern insulators strongly correlated electrons quantum sensing anyonic excitations optical spin orientation fractional quantum hall effect