European Innovation Council (EIC) · AI · Instrument: Grants
EIC Pathfinder
The European Innovation Council funds research teams developing high-risk, early-stage deep technologies with potential to create new markets. Pathfinder normally provides an EU contribution of EUR 4 million, with larger requests possible when justified. Open calls cover scientific fields broadly, while Challenges focus on specified themes.
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Funding classification
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Round history
| Round | Window | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder Challenges 2027 | Deadline: September 29, 2027Deadline ahead | Not stated | eic.ec.europa.eu |
| Pathfinder Open 2027: invited Stage 2 | Deadline: September 16, 2027Deadline ahead | Not stated | eic.ec.europa.eu |
| Pathfinder Open 2027: Stage 1 | Deadline: February 25, 2027Deadline ahead | Not stated | eic.ec.europa.eu |
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