Life and Environments Through Time (LET) Program

NSF-DFG Lead Agency Opportunity in Molecular and Cellular Biology is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF) Directorate for Biological Sciences. The NSF-DFG Lead Agency Opportunity in Molecular and Cellular Biology is a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Directorate for Biological Sciences that funds collaborative research between U. S. and German scientists at the molecular, subcellular, or cellular scales.

Superconducting Platform Technologies is sponsored by European Commission — Horizon Europe. Expected Outcome: This action will consolidate Europe’s position in superconducting quantum computing through: Establishment of a full-stack superconducting quantum computer aiming at 1.000 physical qubits and QPU architecture based on chiplet technology. The system should feature a scalable and user-adjustable architecture, T1 coherence time above 100 us, gate fidelities (both one- and two-qubit gates, and read-out) of at least 99.9%, read-out speed below 300 ns, two-qubit gate speed below 20 ns. Demonstration of quantum advantage on selected industrial use cases, validated through benchmarking with best-in-class classical methods. Deployment of a cloud-accessible quantum system integrated with high-performance computing environments. Maturation of fault-tolerant quantum computing protocols, including effective quantum error correction and noise mitigation schemes. Delivery of a comprehensive, standardised software stack supporting system bring-up, calibration, control, benchmarking, and user access. Strengthened supply chains and industrial capacity in Europe for superconducting quantum technologies. Scope: The proposal should contribute to the scale-up and practical deployment of superconducting quantum computing platforms and must address at least two of the critical technical roadblocks identified in the SRIA 2030, among which necessarily: Error Correction and Fault Tolerance: the implementation of error correction and fault-tolerant quantum computing via significant improvements in gate fidelity, coherence times, and noise mitigation strategies. Cryogenic and Interconnect Engineering: integration with cryoelectronic and efficient signal routing at low temperatures at the scale of 1,000+ qubits, also addressing the scalability issues that prevent the implementation of an industrial-grade quantum computing platform In addition, the proposal should address the following: Construction and demonstration of a modular superconducting quantum computer with high-fidelity gates and scalable architecture. Integration of all required layers: quantum hardware, cryogenic infrastructure, control electronics, and a full-stack software suite. Establishment of mature test and measurement capabilities at the production sites, in particular cryogenic screening capacity of chiplets for the early identification of perfectly working chiplets before being assembled in the final QPU package. Establishment of full interoperability and open standards across the various chiplet manufacturers. The project should also pursue the development of standards and EU-wide certification schemes. Development and validation of advanced error correction and fault-tolerance schemes suited for superconducting qubits. Demonstration of real-life use cases (minimum of two) addressing relevant industrial challenges within the lifetime of the project. Use cases should show quantum advantage or clear progression towards it, with validation against classical methods. Deployment of a full software stack to operate the system, including tools for calibration, control, performance verification, benchmarking, and interfacing with classical computing environments. Development of standardised interfaces and APIs for access, control, and hybrid workflows, ensuring interoperability with classical HPC systems and cloud-based platforms. Provision of remote access capabilities to enable wide use by academic, research, and industrial communities across Europe. Contribution to the creation of a robust and independent European supply chain for superconducting quantum technologies, including scalable cryogenics, high-fidelity readout and control electronics, and superconducting chip fabrication. Open access to the system for co-design and evaluation of algorithms, supported by training resources and documentation. Technology Readiness Level - Technology readiness level expected from completed projects The rules are described in General Annex B of the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2026 Programme areas: Digital, Industry and Space, Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness, Horizon Europe (HORIZON)

Trapped-Ion Platform Technologies is sponsored by European Commission — Horizon Europe. Expected Outcome: This action will advance Europe’s leadership in trapped-ion quantum computing by achieving the following key outcomes: Establishment of a full-stack ion-trap quantum computer aiming at more than 1.000 qubits, fully integrated into high-performance computing (HPC) systems, and accessible via the cloud. Demonstration of quantum advantage for selected real-world applications, validated against benchmarks. Strengthened European capabilities to develop modular, interoperable, and scalable quantum computing architectures. Implementation and demonstration of advanced error correction and fault-tolerant quantum computing techniques. Integration of full-stack hardware-software systems with standardised and certified interfaces. Engagement with industry and academia through open access to quantum computing resources and co-design of applications. Scope: The action should support the scale-up of European trapped-ion quantum computing platforms, aiming at technological maturity and usability for industrial and scientific applications. In particular, the action must address at least two major technical roadblocks defined in the Strategic Research and Industry Agenda (SRIA 2030) for trapped-ion quantum computing. These include the limited scalability of ion trap architectures, particularly the need for modular designs and inter-chain coupling, and the integration of photonic components for laser delivery, enabling compact and fault-tolerant systems. The proposal is expected to demonstrate system-level innovation and practical application addressing these and other equally critical challenges. The proposal should also: Develop a full-stack trapped-ion quantum computer with more than 1000 physical qubits, including: Initialisation, manipulation, and readout fully integrated into the cryogenic setup. Reduced system footprint via standardised interfaces and integrated waveguides. Advance scalable error correction and fault-tolerant computing: Develop and benchmark error correction codes suitable for trapped-ion architectures. Demonstrate error mitigation in noisy environments and real-life quantum information tasks. Enable real-life application testing: Select and implement at least two practical use cases (aligned with industrial or scientific challenges). Demonstrate computational advantage over classical simulations where possible or show progress towards it. Develop standards and modular interoperability: Establish interface specifications for both hardware and software layers, enabling integration across vendors and platforms. Align with European efforts on standardisation, benchmarking, and certification. Integrate with classical computing infrastructures: Ensure seamless operation alongside HPC resources, with remote access and hybrid quantum-classical workflows. Provide access and foster ecosystem participation: Support researchers and industry (including SMEs) with open, cloud-based access, comprehensive user documentation, and training resources. Contribute to a sustainable European supply chain: Address key technological components such as lasers, ion traps, control electronics, and packaging solutions, aiming for independent and robust sourcing Technology Readiness Level - Technology readiness level expected from completed projects The rules are described in General Annex B of the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2026-2027. Activities are expected to start at TRL 4 and to achieve TRL 7 by the end of the project Programme areas: Digital, Industry and Space, Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness, Horizon Europe (HORIZON)

TRIAGE-X: Autonomous Casualty Triage and Treatment in Chemically Contaminated Mass Casualty Events (DARPA SBIR Topic DPA26BZ06-DV028) is sponsored by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). Focuses on developing and demonstrating autonomous medical systems and robotics capable of recognizing medical conditions and physically delivering treatments or life-saving interventions in complex environments.