Calls that support industry or international collaboration

Advanced Materials for Miniaturised Energy Harvesting Systems

International: “…two entities must be comprised of independent legal entities from two different Member States or Associated Countries. Consortia of three or more entities must include as beneficiaries at least three legal entities, independent…” (eligibility text; partners must come from different countries)

National Materials Innovation Programme: CR&D Rd1

Industry: “UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £12 million for collaborative industrial research to speed the translation of advanced materials innovations in three prioritised high growth themes and…” (call summary; the call text mentions industry partners)

NSF SBIR/STTR Phase I, Phase II and Fast-Track (America's Seed Fund, NSF 26-510)

Industry: “NSF SBIR/STTR Phase I, Phase II and Fast-Track (America's Seed Fund, NSF 26-510)” (title; STTR projects pair a small business with a research institution)

UK Space Agency – International Bilateral Fund (IBF) Call 3

International: “UK Space Agency – International Bilateral Fund (IBF) Call 3” (title; bilateral (two-country) programme)

Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase II

Industry: “Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase II” (title; STTR projects pair a small business with a research institution)

Unlocking New Levels of Output and Capacity for Key Subsurface Resources SBIR/STTR (UNLOCK SBIR/STTR)

Industry: “Unlocking New Levels of Output and Capacity for Key Subsurface Resources SBIR/STTR (UNLOCK SBIR/STTR)” (title; STTR projects pair a small business with a research institution)

MSCA Doctoral Networks 2026

Industry: “…non-associated third countries may take part. Industrial Doctorates require joint academic/non-academic supervision; Joint Doctorates must lead to joint, double or multiple degrees recognised in an EU Member…” (eligibility note; the call text describes academic–industry partnerships)

International: “MSCA Doctoral Networks 2026” (title; Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions fund international mobility and networks)

NWO Open Competition Domain Science – M 2026/2027

International: “…crystallization research; closes at 420 applications or 31 Jul 2027 14:00 CEST (Weave-Flanders by 24 Nov 2026).” (call summary; lead-agency scheme: one joint proposal reviewed for partners in different countries)

DoD SBIR/STTR FY2027 BAA releases (DSIP)

Industry: “DoD SBIR/STTR FY2027 BAA releases (DSIP)” (title; STTR projects pair a small business with a research institution)

Accelerating Scale-up and Pre-piloting of Emerging Chemical Technologies (ASPECT)

Industry: “Industry-led: US universities can lead only Topic Area 1 and are subrecipients in Topic Area 2; national labs participate…” (eligibility note; the call text describes industry-led or industry-academic projects)

Battery innovation: concept development round three

Industry: “This competition is open to collaborations only. To lead a collaborative project your organisation must be a UK registered business. The consortium must contain at least one UK registered micro, small or medium sized enterprise claiming…” (eligibility text; Innovate UK collaborative project led by a business)

Battery innovation: feasibility studies round three

Industry: “This competition is open to collaborations. To lead a collaborative project your organisation must be a UK registered business. The consortium must contain at least one UK registered micro, small or medium sized enterprise claiming…” (eligibility text; Innovate UK collaborative project led by a business)

Business Finland – Cooperation between research organisations and SMEs

Industry: “Business Finland – Cooperation between research organisations and SMEs” (title; the call funds research organisations working with companies)

Advancing solutions for critical mineral production and recycling

Industry: “…approved organisations) should be included as project partners. This includes industry partners. Project partners must fund their own involvement. UKRI will only fund minor incidental expenses, such…” (eligibility text; the call text mentions industry partners)

International: “…(previously co-investigator) can be based in a Norwegian institution. All other international collaborators (or UK partners not based at approved organisations) should be included as project partners. This includes…” (eligibility text; the call text mentions international collaboration)

Advanced manufacturing for key products (IA) (Made in Europe partnership)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Automated Scientific Discovery - Materials Science (RAISE pilot) (RIA)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Circular innovative advanced materials: facilitating the transition from design to markets (RIA) (Innovative Advanced Materials for the EU and Made in Europe partnerships)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Efficient energy input from renewable sources and energy management in the process industries (IA) (Processes4Planet and Innovative Advanced Materials for the EU partnerships)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Expert network on Critical raw materials (CSA)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Fast Track to Innovation for breakthroughs in the Chemical Industry Action Plan (Research and Innovation Action)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Innovative advanced materials and new production processes – reducing dependencies on Critical and Strategic Raw Materials (IA) (Innovative Advanced Materials for the EU and Processes4Planet partnerships)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Pilot access schemes to Technology Infrastructures for European startups, scaleups and innovative SMEs (CSA)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Technologies for innovative processing of raw materials (IA)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Development of cell-free protein synthesis platforms for discovery and/or production of biologicals

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Development of novel small molecule antiviral therapeutics for pathogens with epidemic potential

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Personalised approaches to reduce risks from Adverse Drug Reactions due to administration of multiple medications

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

NIH Small Business Technology Transfer Grant (Parent STTR [R41/R42] Clinical Trial Optional)

Industry: “NIH Small Business Technology Transfer Grant (Parent STTR [R41/R42] Clinical Trial Optional)” (title; STTR projects pair a small business with a research institution)

MSCA COFUND 2027

International: “MSCA COFUND 2027” (title; Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions fund international mobility and networks)

MSCA Choose Europe for Science 2027

International: “MSCA Choose Europe for Science 2027” (title; Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions fund international mobility and networks)

Enhanced electric operation and battery durability (ZEWT Partnership)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Novel approaches towards next-generation battery concepts, leveraging the enabling role of innovative advanced materials (BATT4EU and IAM4EU Partnerships)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Sustainable aircraft circular design and additive manufacturing, towards a climate neutral aviation

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

MSCA Staff Exchanges 2027

Industry: “…Scope: MSCA Staff Exchanges involve organisations from the academic and non-academic sectors (including SMEs) from across the globe. International cooperation through the participation of organisations from non-associated…” (call summary; partners can include businesses and SMEs)

International: “MSCA Staff Exchanges 2027” (title; Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions fund international mobility and networks)

Access to research infrastructure services to enable R&I addressing EU priorities and emerging challenges

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2027

International: “MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2027” (title; Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions fund international mobility and networks)

Demonstration for Long-duration Battery Energy Storage Systems (BATT4EU Partnership)

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Developing novel recycling technologies for complex plastic materials applying biotech solutions

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Replacing hazardous substances in biocidal products

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

National Cooperative Drug/Device Discovery/Development Groups (NCDDG) for the Treatment of Mental Disorders (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)

Industry: “…characterize existing or to validate new drug/device targets. Partnerships between academia and industry are strongly encouraged. This NOFO using the U01 mechanism supports a discrete, specified, circumscribed…” (call summary; the call text describes academic–industry partnerships)

National Cooperative Drug/Device Discovery/Development Groups (NCDDG) for the Treatment of Mental Disorders (U19 Clinical Trial Optional)

Industry: “…characterize existing or to validate new drug/device targets. Partnerships between academia and industry are strongly encouraged. This FOA supports a research program of multiple projects directed toward a…” (call summary; the call text describes academic–industry partnerships)

MSCA Doctoral Networks 2027

Industry: “…non-associated third countries may take part. Industrial Doctorates require joint academic/non-academic supervision; Joint Doctorates must lead to joint, double or multiple degrees recognised in an EU Member…” (eligibility note; the call text describes academic–industry partnerships)

International: “MSCA Doctoral Networks 2027” (title; Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions fund international mobility and networks)

Combining conventional and innovative construction materials, products and techniques for sustainable and beautiful buildings

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

Space critical EEE components for EU non-dependence

International: “Collaborative Horizon Europe project: legal entities in EU Member States or associated countries, normally as a consortium (standard Horizon…” (eligibility note; standard Horizon Europe collaborative projects need partners from at least three different countries (General Annex B))

C-SOPS industry membership / sponsored projects

Industry: “Industry-funded continuous manufacturing, PAT, particulate research. Pay-to-join consortium, not a grant to academics.…” (call summary; the call text describes industry-led or industry-academic projects)

Crosscutting Activities in Materials Research

International: “…broadly across NSF. The emphasis within XC is diversity and inclusion, international cooperation, and education (including experiential learning at REU/RET Sites). Additionally, activities that broadly…” (call summary; the call text mentions international collaboration)

Enabling Technologies Consortium (ETC) RFI/RFPs and third-party project proposals

Industry: “…technology projects via RFI→RFP and accepts unsolicited project ideas. Industry-funded projects on pharma CMC tools (past ones: crystallizers, population balance modelling); a 2026 RFI 'Solubility…” (call summary; the call text describes industry-led or industry-academic projects)

NSF-DFG Lead Agency Opportunity in Chemistry and Chemical Process and Transport Systems

International: “NSF-DFG Lead Agency Opportunity in Chemistry and Chemical Process and Transport Systems” (title; lead-agency scheme: one joint proposal reviewed for partners in different countries)

SSPC/Rinn industry-led research projects (fully funded or up to 50% co-funding)

Industry: “SSPC/Rinn industry-led research projects (fully funded or up to 50% co-funding)” (title; the call text describes industry-led or industry-academic projects)