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"Horizon Europe Search and Rescue Robotics for Emergency Response with Autonomous Systems and AI in Hazardous Environments" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
This Horizon Europe call funds the development and operational validation of robotics, autonomous systems, and AI technologies for search-and-rescue operations in hazardous environments (urban collapse, wildfires, flooding, CBRN incidents). Funded projects must reach TRL 7-8 with demonstrations alongside first-responder end-users.
Priority areas include autonomous navigation in degraded environments, multi-robot coordination, AI-driven situational awareness from drone and ground sensor fusion, and human-robot teaming for emergency operations. Aligns with the EU Civil Protection Mechanism and the European Strategy for Critical Technologies.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Consortia of at least one EU Member State entity plus at least two other independent legal entities from different EU Member States or Associated Countries. End-user organizations (civil protection agencies, fire brigades, search-and-rescue teams) must participate. Universities, SMEs, research institutes, and industry partners eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows total call budget approximately EUR 8,000,000 (~USD 8,800,000). Approximately EUR 4,000,000 (~USD 4,400,000) per project at TRL 7-8. Two projects expected. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was May 12, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Horizon Europe Search and Rescue Robotics for Emergency Response with Autonomous Systems and AI in Hazardous Environments is funded by European Commission (Horizon Europe Cluster 3 - Civil Security for Society). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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