Overview

Innovate UK Business Growth, Sci-Tech Daresbury and the UK Horizon Europe Cross-Cutting National Contact Point (NCP), are hosting an in-person event on Horizon Europe for organisation in the Northwest (although organisations from other regions are warmly welcomed). This event aims to help attendees from businesses, universities and elsewhere discover the substantial opportunities the world’s largest research and innovation funding programme offers and gain valuable insights into how to start their Horizon Europe journey.

Attendees will also have the option of booking 1:2:1 follow-up session with Innovate UK Business Growth Innovation Growth Specialists and/or the Cross-Cutting NCP, taking place in the weeks that follow, to ask confidential questions and gain further bespoke insights.

About the Event

This half day (morning) event includes:

• An introduction to Horizon Europe
• Case Study presentations
• Expert and applicant panel discussion
• An overview of available support
• Networking lunch

Why attend the Event

The structure of Horizon Europe:

• The types of funding mechanisms
• Finding funding calls
• Understanding work programmes
• Finding partners
• National Contact Point support
• Financial support
• Innovate UK Business Growth support

Who should attend the Event

Horizon Europe offers opportunities in almost every sector, with many, but not all, being for collaborative projects involving organisations across Europe and beyond. This event is therefore relevant to anyone from any organisation that wishes to learn more about Horizon Europe, but it is particularly relevant to those interested in participating in cutting-edge research and innovation projects, as these are the primary focus for the funding calls.

Learn more about Horizon Europe

Horizon Europe is the world’s largest research and innovation programme running from 2021 until 2027, to address some of the greatest global challenges. It offers a unique chance for cross-border collaboration, expanding the UK’s research connections, access to funding, networks, and global talent.

No matter your field – whether you’re a business, university, research institute, charity, or not-for-profit – you could be eligible to apply for Horizon Europe funding to advance your cutting-edge research and innovation, fostering lasting impact and meaningful change.