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Upcoming SME Calls for researchers who want to collaborate with a company

Publication date: 29-09-2026

Health~Holland SME call

This call is aimed at research projects within Life Sciences & Health, including medical technology, digital health, diagnostics, therapies, and healthcare innovations. In addition, Health~Holland offers a dedicated SME call focusing on labour-saving innovations. Deadline: November 20th

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Holland Hightech SME Call

This call supports research projects in the high-tech sector, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum technology, robotics, photonics, sensor technology, and advanced materials. Further information on the themes and opening date will be announced end of September 2026.

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Key eligibility criteria for both calls
  • The consortium must consist of at least one company and one research organisation.
  • The lead applicant must be a for-profit SME established in the Netherlands.
  • Projects may have a maximum duration of two years.
  • The proposed research must fall within TRL 4-6 (industrial research).
  • SME partners may apply for up to €300,000 in PPS funding per project year.
  • Research organisations may apply for up to €150,000 in PPS funding per project.
Interested in collaborating with an SME on a joint project?
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