Skill Development Program (Autonomous Navigation and Data Acquisition Systems)

Skill Development Program (Autonomous Navigation and Data Acquisition Systems) is sponsored by FundsforNGOs (Open Call Initiative). This open call initiative funds training projects focused on autonomous navigation and data acquisition systems.

### UPSTREAM - OC#2 Prevention and Zero-Waste Funding for local and regional public authorities to implement and test zero-waste and plastic prevention solutions that reduce plastic and microplastic pollution in rivers and connected water systems.

#### Max funding per project ### AI-BOOST - AI Challenge Competition (Challenges 1 and 2) Prize-based AI competition funding development and demonstration of Generative AI solutions for robotics and engineering challenges through a two-phase selection and support programme.

#### Max funding per project Funding for SMEs and startups to develop IoT-based services and applications enhancing smart energy management and grid solutions within the HEDGE-IoT framework.

#### Max funding per project ### FS4Africa Open Call 2 Provides funding to innovation hubs to deliver training and mentoring activities supporting FS4Africa use cases and OC1 projects, accelerating food safety innovation and business development in Africa.

#### Max funding per project ### NEB Academy - Skills Infrastructure Funds consortia to develop and deliver regional skills infrastructures and lifelong learning programmes addressing skills gaps for sustainable transformation of the lived environment under New European Bauhaus principles.

#### Max funding per project ### NEB Academy - Fashion Shift Funds collaborative consortia to develop and scale circular, regenerative and responsible fashion business models aligned with New European Bauhaus values.

#### Max funding per project ### SWIM - OC for Associated Regions Funding supports local and regional authorities to implement activities enhancing freshwater ecosystem health, fish migration and habitat connectivity through adaptation of SWIM project solutions.

#### Max funding per project ### EFCSN - Temporary Call for Protection Grants Rapid protection grants for fact-checking organisations facing harassment, threats, legal attacks or security incidents linked to their fact-checking work.

#### Max funding per project ### EVITA - OC#1 Call for Modular Training Materials Funding for the development of high-quality modular training materials in High-Performance Computing (HPC), aligned with the EVITA Competence and Qualification Framework and suitable for integration into the EVITA Training Platform.

#### Max funding per project ### EIT Urban Mobility - RIS Education OC 2027 Funding supports education and training projects to build innovation and entrepreneurship capacity in urban mobility within RIS countries through diverse learning, networking and scaling activities.

#### Max funding per project ### AI-BOOST - AI Challenge Competition (Challenges 3 and 4) EU-funded AI challenge competition supporting development and validation of generative AI solutions in robotics and engineering design through a two-phase prize-based programme.

#### Max funding per project ### EIT Culture & Creativity - Skills-based CPD courses Funding for development and delivery of skills-based CPD courses enhancing professional capacity in the audiovisual sector across IP, AI and digital storytelling.

#### Max funding per project ### SMART ERA - 2nd Open Call for Followers Micro-Pilots Funding supports micro-pilot projects replicating SMART ERA methodology to co-design and deploy Smart Innovation Packages addressing rural socio-economic and environmental challenges in follower regions.

#### Max funding per project ### PowerUp Net Zero - OC for Innovation Projects Funding supports SME consortia to develop and demonstrate innovative net-zero technology solutions through pilot, testing, and proof-of-concept projects in key clean energy domains.

#### Max funding per project ### EIT Health - Innovation Uptake Call Funding for mature digital, data-driven and AI-powered healthcare solutions seeking to accelerate market entry and adoption across European healthcare systems.

#### Max funding per project ### EIT Health - Biotech Certified Innovation Path Funding to develop and deliver an EIT Label-certified biotechnology learning pathway that equips graduates and professionals with biotech, innovation, entrepreneurship and leadership skills.

#### Max funding per project ### EIT Health - Transformative Healthcare Instrument 2026 Funding for high-potential European healthcare SMEs to accelerate the development, commercialisation and investment readiness of innovative biotech, medtech, digital health, AI, and biomarker or diagnostic solutions.

#### Max funding per project ### RIV Circular - Cascade Funding for Innovation Projects Supports interregional innovation projects developing and deploying circular economy technologies, products and services across five thematic areas through collaborative consortia between participating European regions.

#### Max funding per project ### FutureProofTextiles - 1st Open Call round Grants for European textile SMEs to develop digital innovation or green transition projects that improve resilience, efficiency and sustainability.

#### Max funding per project ### RAMP - Joint Transnational Call 2026 (Pre-proposal) Funds transnational research and innovation projects addressing the raw materials value chain to enhance access, sustainability, circularity and industrial development for the green and digital transition.

#### Max funding per project ### IH-MIE - Open Call 2026 Funding for SME-led projects to develop and scale hydrogen mobility solutions addressing key ecosystem challenges, advancing technologies from TRL 6 to TRL 9.

#### Max funding per project ### MANTRA 2nd Open Call for Manufacturing SMEs Funding for EU manufacturing SMEs to implement green, digital and social transformation projects through adoption of advanced technologies and external services supporting sustainability and innovation.

#### Max funding per project ### ECDI - Dual-Use Drones Innovative Programme Funding and tailored support for manufacturing SMEs developing dual-use drone products and advancing them to the next TRL. #### Max funding per project Funding for local and regional authorities to replicate innovative sediment monitoring and management solutions that improve freshwater ecosystem restoration and climate resilience.

#### Max funding per project ### EIT Urban Mobility - Connect NEB Funding for community-led initiatives and collaborative projects to improve neighbourhood quality of life and transform public spaces in line with New European Bauhaus values.

#### Max funding per project ### EIT Urban Mobility - Co-create NEB Funds community-led projects and collaborative initiatives to improve local environments and transform neighbourhood public spaces in line with New European Bauhaus values.

#### Max funding per project ### GRAPPA Innovation Open Call - Cut-off 2 Funding for SMEs to develop and commercialise innovative upcycled products, processes and technologies enhancing agri-food biomass and side-stream valorisation.

#### Max funding per project ### Perform Europe - OC 2026-2028 Funding for cross-border touring of existing performing arts works through international partnerships promoting inclusion, diversity and environmental sustainability across Creative Europe countries.

#### Max funding per project ### RIZA - Call for Proposals Cycle 2 Funding supports grassroots NGOs to implement projects promoting fundamental rights, equality, and democratic participation of migrant and refugee women across EU Member States.

#### Max funding per project ### Women TechEU 2 EIC - Eligibility Strand Supports women-led early-stage deep tech startups in Europe through eligibility screening for grants and business development services under the Women TechEU programme. #### Max funding per project