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.

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Boosting innovation for a better understanding of the determinants of health

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Innovative technologies and tools for exploration and data modelling of raw materials (RIA)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Mapping and service finder for Technology Infrastructures (CSA)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Cooperation on innovative advanced materials with Japan (CSA)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Circular innovative advanced materials: facilitating the transition from design to markets (RIA) (Innovative Advanced Materials for the EU and Made in Europe partnerships)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Boosting innovation for better assessment of the added value of innovative integrated healthcare solutions

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Thematic Networks of Excellence for AI in Science (RAISE pilot) (RIA)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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‘Proof of market’ to improve valorisation and commercialisation of Horizon generated R&I results (IA)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Accelerating the discovery and development of chemicals and innovative advanced materials through digitalisation and artificial intelligence (IA) (Innovative Advanced Materials for the EU partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Boosting innovation through better integration of fragmented health R&I efforts

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Monitoring of secondary raw materials (CSA)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs

SMP Grants for Financial Support

Budget:€30 000 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Advanced manufacturing for key products (IA) (Made in Europe partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Optimise the usage of resources in a circular economy (RIA) (Processes4Planet and Clean Steel partnerships)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Technologies for innovative extraction of critical raw materials (RIA)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Boosting innovation through exploitation of digitalisation and data exchange in healthcare

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Attracting management talent for capacity building for Technology Infrastructures staff members (CSA)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Protection of the euro against counterfeiting

PERI Project Grants

Budget:€600 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Boosting innovation for people-centred integrated healthcare solutions

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Thematic Networks of Excellence for AI in Science – Agriculture and Environmental Pollution (RAISE pilot)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Efficient capture / purification / utilisation of CO2 for the production of competitive products (RIA) (Processes4Planet partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Pilot access schemes to Technology Infrastructures for European startups, scaleups and innovative SMEs (CSA)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Enhancing industry-academia knowledge exchange in Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) (CSA)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Improving availability of secondary raw materials through recycling (IA)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
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Call for proposals for action grants to promote judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters

JUST Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 750 000
Deadline:April 22, 2026
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AGRIP SIMPLE Project Grants

Budget:€6 600 000
Deadline:April 23, 2026
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AGRIP SIMPLE Project Grants

Budget:€6 600 000
Deadline:April 23, 2026
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AGRIP MULTI Project Grants

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 23, 2026
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AGRIP MULTI Project Grants

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 23, 2026
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AGRIP MULTI Project Grants

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 23, 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.