Get involved in a collaborative project! Are you a researcher, doctoral student, project leader, or research support staff? Are you planning to submit a proposal in 2026 or 2027? This session is for you.
This session will help you better understand Pillar 2 of the Horizon Europe program, which funds international collaborative projects in innovation, applied research, prototyping, and solution validation. We will outline the application process for Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) and Innovation Actions (IA), along with tips for preparing a proposal. You will also hear from successful applicants and have the opportunity to ask them questions.
Registration is open here: A €95.5 billion budget for European research. More than 600 calls for proposals are posted every day on the European Commission’s portal. And yet, few projects are submitted—often due to a lack of information.
Why Pillar 2?
It supports collaborative projects addressing major global challenges and industrial competitiveness in a wide range of fields, including the humanities and social sciences, health, digital technology, energy, climate, security, mobility, the environment, culture, and industry… Sign up now!
On the agenda for the morning
8:45–9:00 a.m. | Welcome coffee
9:00–9:15 a.m. | Welcome remarks and introduction
9:15–9:35 a.m. | Presentation and Q&A with the Cluster 2 NCP
9:35–9:55 a.m. | Presentation and discussion with the Cluster 2 award winner: Ms. Sylvie Hamon-Chollet
10:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. | Presentation and Q&A with the Cluster 5 NCP
10:20 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. | Presentation and discussion with Cluster 5 winner: Mr. Stéphane Clénet
10:45 a.m. | Break
11:00 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. | Presentation and Q&A with the Cluster 6 NCP
11:20 a.m. – 11:40 a.m. | Presentation and discussion with Cluster 6 winner: Ms. Julie Fromentin
11:45 AM | Break
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | A few methodological points regarding project development
12:30 PM | Buffet lunch
We welcome your questions, whether directed at the outreach teams or the various speakers.
What you'll learn:
- The terms and conditions of RIA (Research and Innovation) and IA (Innovation) funding
- Best practices for applying effectively
- Feedback from fellow award winners
- The support services available at your schools to assist you
Learn more
- Call for Proposals Portal: European Commission
- Horizon Europe National Website
This event is organized by the CNAM, Arts et Métiers INED
