Open Call 2024

Published by COST

COST

Participants are invited to submit COST Action proposals contributing to the scientific, technological, economic, cultural or societal knowledge advancement and development of Europe. Multi- and interdisciplinary proposals are encouraged.

The Open Call Action proposal submission, evaluation, selection and approval (SESA) procedure is fully science and technology-driven and will ensure a simple, transparent and competitive proposal evaluation and selection process, reflecting the bottom-up, open and inclusive principles of COST.

Participants planning to submit a proposal for a COST Action will need to refer to the SESA guidelines and to the Open Call Announcement available on the Documents and Guidelines page.

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Development of Practical Guidance and Recommendations for Using Real World Data/Real World Evidence in Healthcare Decision-Making

Published by IHI

IHI

The Innovative Health Initiative Joint Undertaking (IHI JU) is a partnership between the European Union
and industry associations representing the sectors involved in healthcare, namely COCIR (medical
imaging, radiotherapy, health ICT and electromedical industries); EFPIA, including Vaccines Europe
(pharmaceutical industry and vaccine industry); EuropaBio (biotechnology industry); and MedTech
Europe (medical technology industry).
IHI JU aims to pioneer a new, more integrated approach to health research and builds on the experience
gained from the Innovative Medicine Initiative 2 Joint Undertaking (IMI2 JU).
IHI JU aims to translate health research and innovation into real benefits for patients and society, and
ensure that Europe remains at the cutting edge of interdisciplinary, sustainable, patient-centric health
research. Health research and care increasingly involve diverse sectors. By supporting projects that bring
these sectors together, IHI JU will pave the way for a more integrated approach to health care, covering
prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and disease management.
As current health challenges and threats are global, IHI JU should be open to participation by
international academic, industrial and regulatory actors, in order to benefit from wider access to data and
expertise, to respond to emerging health threats and to achieve the necessary societal impact, in
particular improved health outcomes for Union citizens

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User-centric Technologies and Optimised Hospital Workflows for a Sustainable Healthcare Workforce

Published by IHI

IHI

The Innovative Health Initiative Joint Undertaking (IHI JU) is a partnership between the European Union
and industry associations representing the sectors involved in healthcare, namely COCIR (medical
imaging, radiotherapy, health ICT and electromedical industries); EFPIA, including Vaccines Europe
(pharmaceutical industry and vaccine industry); EuropaBio (biotechnology industry); and MedTech
Europe (medical technology industry).
IHI JU aims to pioneer a new, more integrated approach to health research and builds on the experience
gained from the Innovative Medicine Initiative 2 Joint Undertaking (IMI2 JU).
IHI JU aims to translate health research and innovation into real benefits for patients and society, and
ensure that Europe remains at the cutting edge of interdisciplinary, sustainable, patient-centric health
research. Health research and care increasingly involve diverse sectors. By supporting projects that bring
these sectors together, IHI JU will pave the way for a more integrated approach to health care, covering
prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and disease management.
As current health challenges and threats are global, IHI JU should be open to participation by
international academic, industrial and regulatory actors, in order to benefit from wider access to data and
expertise, to respond to emerging health threats and to achieve the necessary societal impact, in
particular improved health outcomes for Union citizens.

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Clinical Validation of Biomarkers for Diagnosis, Monitoring Disease Progression and Treatment Response

Published by IHI

IHI

The Innovative Health Initiative Joint Undertaking (IHI JU) is a partnership between the European Union
and industry associations representing the sectors involved in healthcare, namely COCIR (medical
imaging, radiotherapy, health ICT and electromedical industries); EFPIA, including Vaccines Europe
(pharmaceutical industry and vaccine industry); EuropaBio (biotechnology industry); and MedTech
Europe (medical technology industry).
IHI JU aims to pioneer a new, more integrated approach to health research and builds on the experience
gained from the Innovative Medicine Initiative 2 Joint Undertaking (IMI2 JU).
IHI JU aims to translate health research and innovation into real benefits for patients and society, and
ensure that Europe remains at the cutting edge of interdisciplinary, sustainable, patient-centric health
research. Health research and care increasingly involve diverse sectors. By supporting projects that bring
these sectors together, IHI JU will pave the way for a more integrated approach to health care, covering
prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and disease management.
As current health challenges and threats are global, IHI JU should be open to participation by
international academic, industrial and regulatory actors, in order to benefit from wider access to data and
expertise, to respond to emerging health threats and to achieve the necessary societal impact, in
particular improved health outcomes for Union citizens.

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Transnational Research Projects on Bidirectional Brain-Body Interactions

Published by ERA-NET NEURON

Neuron

Maintenance, improvement, and restoration of human brain health are of fundamental importance and a worldwide priority. It has become increasingly evident that bidirectional communication between the central nervous system and the body has significant implications for maintaining both homeostatic and brain function. Abnormalities in brain–body interaction linked to genetic, environmental or lifestyle factors encompass a wide range of conditions affecting millions worldwide. Dysregulation of the brain-body axis can potentially contribute to or exacerbate various neurological and psychiatric disorders. The estimated prevalence can vary significantly depending on factors such as geographic location, population demographics, and advancements in medical diagnosis.

The study of bidirectional interactions between the central nervous system and the body is an emerging field of research that holds the potential to enhance our understanding of often overlooked pathophysiological processes involved in common neurological and psychiatric disorders. Expanding our current knowledge in this area is crucial as it serves as the initial step towards the development of therapeutic and preventive approaches aimed at preserving and improving brain health on a global scale.

The ‘Network of European Funding for Neuroscience Research’ (NEURON) has been established under the ERA-NET scheme of the European Commission (www.neuron-eranet.eu). The ERA-NET NEURON aims to coordinate and optimize research efforts and funding programmes of its partner countries/regions in the field of mental, neurological, and sensory disorders. Under the umbrella of NEURON, a joint transnational call (JTC 2024) in the field of bidirectional brain-body interactions is launched in 2024.

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ERC PROOF OF CONCEPT GRANTS

Published by European Commission (EC)

ERCProof of Concept

Size of ERC Proof of Concept GrantsThe financial contribution will be awarded as a lump sum of EUR 150 000 for a period of 18 months. The ERC expects that normally proof of concept activities should be completed within 12 months. However, to allow for those projects that require more preparation time, the grant agreements will be signed for 18 months. Extensions of the duration of proof of concept projects may be granted only exceptionally.

The lump sum will cover the beneficiaries’ direct and indirect eligible costs for the project: if the project is implemented properly the amounts will be paid regardless of the costs actually incurred. The lump sum has been designed to cover the beneficiaries’ personnel costs, subcontracting, purchase costs, other cost categories and indirect costs.

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NeuroNEXT Small Business Innovation in Clinical Trials (U44 Clinical Trial Optional)

Published by NIH

Clinical TrialInvestigational Medicinal ProductRare diseases

This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages small business applications for exploratory clinical trials of investigational agents (drugs, biologics, surgical therapies or devices) that may contribute to the justification for and provide the data required for designing clinical studies. Diseases chosen for study should be based on the NINDS strategic plan and clinical research interests (www.ninds.nih.gov/funding/areas/index.htm).

Successful applicants will be given access to the NeuroNEXT infrastructure. Following peer review, NINDS will prioritize and order trials that are given access to the NeuroNEXT infrastructure. The NeuroNEXT Clinical Coordinating Center (CCC) will work with the successful applicant to efficiently implement the proposed study. The NeuroNEXT Data Coordinating Center (DCC) will provide statistical and data management support. The NeuroNEXT clinical sites will provide recruitment/retention support as well as on-site implementation of the clinical protocol.

Applicants do not need to be part of the existing NeuroNEXT infrastructure.

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