PQ-REACT Open Call #1 – DEVELOP
Summary
Funding provided under previews programmes.
Programme Name
Call
Detailed Call Description
This framework will include PQC migration paths and cryptographic agility methods and will develop a portfolio of tools (including an actual quantum computer) for validation of post quantum cryptographic systems, that will allow users to switch to quantum resistant cryptography, taking under consideration their individualities and various contexts.
Proposals should be in line with the NIS2 directive and the European Commission’s recommendations on a Coordinated Implementation Roadmap for the transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography and the PQ-REACT research topics. They should have software and technology as their primary objective and should be complete and concise.
The following types of activities, provided they are cost-effective and have a clear link to the Use Cases topics and objectives directly relevant to PQ-REACT, qualify for financial support:
Financing percentage by EU or other bodies / Level of Subsidy or Loan
This Open Call is expected to fund 6 projects, meaning €50.000 per open call winner.
The expected duration of participation is 6 months after signature of a sub-grantee agreement.
Eligibility For Participation Notes
The eligible entities by PQ-REACT open call should be legally identified under the following categories of organisations:
- Start-ups – SMEs
- Universities and Research centers: One application is accepted per research group.
- NGOs and foundations
- Non-profit organizations and foundations with experience in post-quantum cryptography.
The proposals on this call can be submitted only by one partner (consortia are not allowed).
Moreover, an applicant (SME, start-up, NGOs and foundations) can apply only once. For RTOs and Universities, one application is accepted per research group. No multiparticipation is allowed.
Programme Category
EU Competitive ProgrammesTotal Budget
€300.000Thematic Categories
- Education and training
- New Entrepreneurship
- Research, Technological Development and Innovation
- Small-Medium Enterprises and Competitiveness
Eligibility for Participation
- Associations
- Educational Institutions
- NGOs
- Non Profit Organisations
- Other Beneficiaries
- Researchers/Research Centers/Institutions
- Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Call Opening Date
03/08/2024Call Closing Date
30/09/2024EU Contact Point
For all call related questions, please use the following email: applications@pqreact.eu.