Egypt Joins Horizon Europe: Funding Uncertainties – Euronews
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Egypt’s Accession to Horizon Europe: A New Chapter in EU-Egypt Scientific Collaboration
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What is Horizon Europe?
Horizon europe is the EU’s key funding programme for research and innovation. With a budget of €95.5 billion for 2021-2027, it aims to strengthen the EU’s scientific and technological bases, boost Europe’s innovation capacity, and deliver on the EU’s policy priorities.It operates through a series of “clusters” focusing on different areas, such as health, culture, climate, and digital transformation.
Egypt’s path to Participation
Egypt’s journey to joining horizon Europe has been a significant diplomatic and strategic effort. The agreement, formalized in late 2023, represents a strengthening of ties between Egypt and the EU. The Euronews report details the formalization of this participation. However, it’s crucial to understand that joining the programme doesn’t automatically guarantee funding. Egyptian entities must compete for funding through the standard Horizon Europe application process.
What Does This Meen for Egyptian Research?
Opportunities
- Access to Funding: Egyptian researchers can now apply for grants across all Horizon Europe pillars, opening up new avenues for funding research projects.
- International Collaboration: Participation fosters collaboration with leading European research institutions, enhancing the quality and impact of Egyptian research.
- capacity Building: Engagement with Horizon Europe can contribute to strengthening research infrastructure and expertise within Egypt.
- Knowledge Transfer: Facilitates the transfer of knowledge and best practices between Egypt and the EU.
Challenges
- Competitive Applications: