EU Grants for Biotechnology

Discover EU funding opportunities and grant programmes for the biotechnology sector. Browse open and forthcoming calls from Horizon Europe and other European Commission initiatives.

Showing 30 of 525 grant calls

Forthcoming

Demand-led innovation in security

HORIZON Pre-commercial Procurement

Budget:€14 000 000
Deadline:November 4, 2027
Forthcoming

Enhancing preparedness for large-scale cross-border disasters

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€14 000 000
Deadline:November 4, 2027
Forthcoming

The transformative potential of co-governance in the green transition of neighbourhoods

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 000 000
Deadline:December 1, 2027
Forthcoming

Community of practice - Data-Driven Decision-Making in Energy

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€17 000 000
Deadline:December 1, 2027
Forthcoming

PV based electrification of the economy: Designing & optimising PV systems supporting industrial electrification and promoting participation in electricity markets (EUPI-PV Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€17 000 000
Deadline:December 1, 2027
Forthcoming

Combining conventional and innovative construction materials, products and techniques for sustainable and beautiful buildings

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 000 000
Deadline:December 1, 2027
Forthcoming

Mass customisation of offsite manufactured modular construction components to transform the existing built environment

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 000 000
Deadline:December 1, 2027
Forthcoming

Intergenerational neighbourhoods and communities aligned with the New European Bauhaus

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 000 000
Deadline:December 1, 2027
Forthcoming

Anticipating the long-term future of neighbourhoods in line with the New European Bauhaus

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 000 000
Deadline:December 1, 2027
Closed

Beautiful, sustainable and inclusive street furniture for the transformation of neighbourhoods

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€12 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Demand-led innovation for civil security through Pre-Commercial Procurement (PCP)

HORIZON Pre-commercial Procurement

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Circulation of European literary works

CREA Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:January 29, 2026
Closed

News - Journalism Partnerships - Pluralism

CREA Project Grants

Budget:€6 900 000
Deadline:February 4, 2026
Closed

News - Journalism Partnerships - Collaborations

CREA Project Grants

Budget:€6 900 000
Deadline:February 4, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Caribbean

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: South Mediterranean

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Middle East

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Central Asia

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Latin America

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Western Balkans

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Neighbourhood East

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Pacific

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Asia

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Sub-Saharan Africa

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Cross-Regional

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Video games and immersive content development

CREA Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€10 000 000
Deadline:February 11, 2026
Closed

Support for the implementation of the European Heritage Label

CREA Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 000 000
Deadline:February 11, 2026
Closed

Large-scale production of liquid advanced biofuels and renewable fuels of non-biological origin

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
Closed

Understand and minimise the environmental impacts of offshore wind energy

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
Closed

Innovative solutions for a generative AI-powered digital spine of the EU energy system

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Biotechnology EU Grants

The European Commission offers a wide range of funding opportunities specifically designed for the Biotechnology sector. These include grants through Horizon Europe (the EU's flagship research and innovation programme with a budget of €95.5 billion), the European Innovation Council (EIC) which provides funding for breakthrough innovations, and various sector-specific initiatives. Funding types range from Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) with 100% funding rates, to Innovation Actions (IA) with 70% funding for companies, and Coordination and Support Actions (CSA) for networking and coordination activities. Our database helps you find grants that match your organization's specific needs, project stage, and funding requirements.
Applying for EU grants in the Biotechnology sector involves several key steps. First, use Grantalist to identify suitable open calls that match your project idea and organization type. Next, carefully review the call documentation, including eligibility criteria, evaluation criteria, and the work programme. Most EU grants require you to form a consortium with partners from at least 3 different EU member states or associated countries. Once ready, you'll submit your proposal through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, which includes a detailed description of your project, work packages, budget breakdown, and impact assessment. The evaluation process typically takes 3-5 months, after which successful applicants enter grant agreement preparation. We recommend starting your application at least 2-3 months before the deadline.
EU grants for the Biotechnology sector offer diverse funding levels depending on the programme and action type. Small-scale grants through programmes like EIC Accelerator can start from €500,000 up to €2.5 million in grant funding, plus up to €15 million in equity investment. Collaborative research projects under Horizon Europe typically range from €3 million to €10 million for standard projects, while some large-scale flagship initiatives can exceed €20 million. SMEs and startups often benefit from higher funding rates (up to 70% for Innovation Actions compared to large companies) and access to specialized instruments. The exact amount depends on the specific call topic, project scope, consortium size, and type of activities proposed.
Eligibility for Biotechnology EU grants extends to a wide range of organizations. Legal entities from EU member states and associated countries (including the UK for some programmes, Norway, Switzerland, and others) are typically eligible. This includes universities and research institutions, large enterprises and multinational corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 250 employees, startups and scale-ups, public bodies and NGOs, and international organizations. Some calls specifically target certain organization types, such as SME-only calls or academic-focused research grants. Third-country participation is possible in many programmes, though often without EU funding.