international cooperation in horizon 2020 eu and china...international cooperation in space science...

16 June 2014

International Cooperation

in Horizon 2020

EU and China

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Table of Contents

INDUSTRIAL LEADERSHIP

Competitiveness of the European Space Sector ................................................... 3

Information and Communications Technologies................................................... 4

SCIENCE WITH AND FOR SOCIETY

Integrating Society in Science and Innovation ...................................................... 5

SOCIETAL CHALLENGES

Waste: A resource to recycle, reuse and recover raw materials ............................. 7

Waters Innovation: Boosting its value for Europe ................................................. 9

Europe as a global actor .................................................................................... 11

The Young Generation in an Innovative, Inclusive and Sustainable Europe ......... 17

Blue Growth: Unlocking the potential of Seas and Oceans ................................. 18

Sustainable Food Security ................................................................................. 19

Competitive Low-Carbon Energy ........................................................................ 21

Mobility for Growth ............................................................................................ 22

Instructions: How to find topics for international cooperation in Horizon 2020 calls ............................................................................................ 25

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Industrial Leadership Horizon 2020 Pillar: Industrial Leadership

Programme: Leadership in enabling and industrial technologies(LEIT)

Activity/Topic: Competitiveness of the European Space Sector

Call Identifier: H2020-COMPET-2015

Topic Identifier: COMPET-06-2015

Topic Title: International Cooperation in space science

Deadline: 27.11.2014

Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2444-compet-06-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… Industrial Leadership Status Open OJ reference Topic: International Cooperation in space science COMPET-06-2015 Specific challenge: Europe has a long-standing tradition of international collaboration in space sciences with missions open to international partnerships or by participating to missions of partners (e.g., with USA, Japan, Russia, China, and India). With the increasing international competition…”

Targeted Countries/Regions: China

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Horizon 2020 Pillar: Industrial Leadership

Programme: Leadership in enabling and industrial technologies(LEIT)

Activity/Topic: Information and Communications Technologies

Call Identifier: H2020-ICT-2014-2

Topic Identifier: ICT-14-2014

Topic Title: Advanced 5G Network Infrastructure for the Future Internet


Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/77-ict-14-2014.html

Specific Challenges: “… industry driving the development of 5G standards, at least for the radio part, and to retain control of 5G SEP (standards essential patents), 20% as a minimum International co-operation with countries having bold R&D initiatives in the field (Korea, Japan, US, China) may be considered on a win-win basis. Availability of a scalable management framework enabling deployment of novel applications,…”


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Science with and for Society Horizon 2020 Pillar: Science with and for Society

Programme: Integrate society in science and innovation issues, policies and activities in order to integrate citizens' interests and values and to increase the quality, relevance, social acceptability and sustainability of research and innovation outcomes in various fields of activity from social innovation to areas such as biotechnology and nanotechnology

Activity/Topic: Integrating Society in Science and Innovation

Call Identifier: H2020-ISSI-2014-1

Topic Identifier: ISSI-5-2014

Topic Title: Supporting structural change in research organisations to promote Responsible Research and Innovation


Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2418-issi-5-2014.html

Specific Challenges: “… the progress made throughout the duration of the project. This activity could be dedicated to a specific partner organisation or subcontracted. The proposals should include an international dimension in particular with the following countries: Brazil, Republic of South Africa, India, Canada, Australia, Russia, United States of America, Japan and China. The Commission considers that proposals requesting…”


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Horizon 2020 Pillar: Science with and for Society

Programme: Integrate society in science and innovation issues, policies and activities in order to integrate citizens' interests and values and to increase the quality, relevance, social acceptability and sustainability of research and innovation outcomes in various fields of activity from social innovation to areas such as biotechnology and nanotechnology

Activity/Topic: Integrating Society in Science and Innovation

Call Identifier: H2020-ISSI-2015-1

Topic Identifier: ISSI-5-2015

Topic Title: Supporting structural change in research organisations to promote Responsible Research and Innovation


Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2422-issi-5-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… or subcontracted. The proposals should include an international dimension in particular with the following countries: Brazil, Republic of South Africa, India, Canada, Australia, Russia, United States of America, Japan and China. The Commission considers that proposals requesting a contribution from the EU of between EUR 2 and 4 million would allow this specific challenge to be addressed appropriately.…”


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Societal Challenges Horizon 2020 Pillar: Societal Challenges

Programme: Climate action, environment, resource efficiency and raw materials

Activity/Topic: Waste: A resource to recycle, reuse and recover raw materials

Call Identifier: H2020-WASTE-2015-two-stage

Topic Identifier: WASTE-7-2015

Topic Title: Ensuring sustainable use of agricultural waste, co-products and by-products


Stage 2: 10.03.2015

Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2115-waste-7-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… be performed. Knowledge platforms should be established. In line with the objectives of the EU’s strategy for international cooperation in research and innovation and in particular with the implementation of the EU-China dialogue, proposals are encouraged to include third country participants, especially those established in China [1] . Proposals should fall under the concept of 'multi-actor approach'…”


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Horizon 2020 Pillar: Societal Challenges

Programme: Climate Action, Environment, Resource Efficiency and Raw Materials

Activity/Topic: Waste: A Resource to Recycle, Reuse and Recover Raw Materials

Call Identifier: H2020-WASTE-2015-one-stage

Topic Identifier: WASTE-4d-2015

Topic Title: Raw materials partnerships


Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2113-waste-4d-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… knowledge on waste management, including environmental regulations and standards, can contribute to turning waste into a resource at global level and to setting up resource efficient waste management systems and technologies and services, particularly in developing countries and emerging economies. To this end, enhanced forms of participatory processes for all stakeholders are needed. Scope : Proposals…”

Targeted Countries/Regions: Emerging Economies

http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2113-waste-4d-2015.html

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Activity/Topic: Waters Innovation: Boosting its value for Europe

Call Identifier: H2020-WATER-2015-two-stage

Topic Identifier: WATER-5c-2015

Topic Title: Development of water supply and sanitation technology, systems and tools, and/or methodologies


Stage 2: 10.03.2015

Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2584-water-5c-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… water use that require sound approaches to water management, taking into consideration broader socio-economic factors and greater gender balance in decision making. International cooperation can play an important role in mitigating negative effects. At the same time, the EU should aim to strengthen international cooperation also with emerging economies, especially China and India, through strategic…”

Targeted Countries/Regions: China, Emerging Economies

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Activity/Topic: Waters Innovation: Boosting its value for Europe

Call Identifier: H2020-WATER-2015-one-stage

Topic Identifier: WATER-5b-2015

Topic Title: A coordination platform


Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2581-water-5b-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… greater gender balance in decision making. International cooperation can play an important role in mitigating negative effects At the same time, the EU should aim to strengthen international cooperation also with emerging economies, especially China and India, through strategic partnerships in the field of water. This will allow for joint development of technological solutions that, capitalising on…”

Targeted Countries/Regions: China, Emerging Economies

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Programme: Europe in a changing world - inclusive, innovative and reflective Societies

Activity/Topic: Europe as a global actor

Call Identifier: H2020-INT-SOCIETY-2015

Topic Identifier: INT-07-2015

Topic Title: Towards a new geopolitical order in the South and East Mediterranean region


Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/1059-int-07-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… regions). It should identify the interconnections between the different countries at the geostrategic level. Research should assess the role of internal and external actors: political bodies, religious factions, communities, elites and minorities but also the role of other players (Gulf countries, China or Russia) in the geopolitical game. Specific attention should be paid to the role of religions (Sunnis…”


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Topic Title: The European Union and the Eastern Partnership



Specific Challenges: “… environment in which the Eastern Partnership evolves - including especially the role of Russia, but also of Turkey - should be taken into account. Contrasting European approaches toward the region with those of third countries (especially USA and China) could equally be of interest. Based on the research findings, EU policy options vis-à-vis Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine…”



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Topic Title: European cultural and science diplomacy: exploiting the potential of culture and science in the EU’s external relations



Specific Challenges: “… 000,000 Main Pillar Societal Challenges Status Open OJ reference Topic: European cultural and science diplomacy: exploiting the potential of culture and science in the EU’s external relations INT-11-2015 Specific challenge: At a time when other major global players, such as China or South Korea, are stepping up their public diplomacy efforts around cultural issues, including science and education,…”



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Programme: Europe in a changing world - Inclusive, innovative and reflective societies




Topic Title: The cultural, scientific and social dimension of EU-LAC relations



Specific Challenges: “… that are considered strategic for future interaction and cooperation between the two regions. Proposals shall include at least three legal entities established in three different LAC countries. However, an even broader participation of international partners from the LAC countries in proposals submitted to this call is encouraged. The Commission considers that proposals requesting a contribution from…”

Targeted Countries/Regions: Emerging Countries


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Call Identifier: H2020-INT-INCO-2015


Topic Title: Enhancing and focusing research and innovation cooperation with the Union’s key international partner countries - proposals targeting Australia, USA, Brazil, South Africa, Ukraine



Specific Challenges: “… partner's research and innovation system) wishing to engage with European researchers through the Union's funding programmes and their reasons for doing so. In this work programme, the following international partners are: Australia , USA , Brazil , Russia , China , South Africa , and also Ukraine. Proposals should be made by consortia consisting of balanced partnerships between European and international…”



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Call Identifier: H2020-INT-INCO-2015


Topic Title: Encouraging the research and innovation cooperation between the Union and selected regional partners – proposals targeting Southern Mediterranean Neighbourhood, Eastern Partnership



Specific Challenges: “… the entire call for proposals, please see Please read carefully all provisions below before the preparation of your application. 1. List of countries and applicable rules for funding: described in of the General Work Programme, with the following exceptions: For these topics, legal entities established in Russia, China, Australia, USA and Brazil will be eligible to receive funding from the Union budget.…”



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Programme: Europe in a changing world - Inclusive, innovative and reflective societies

Activity/Topic: The Young Generation in an Innovative, Inclusive and Sustainable Europe

Call Identifier: H2020-YOUNG-SOCIETY-2015

Topic Identifier: YOUNG-4-2015

Topic Title: The young as a driver of social change


Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2100-young-4-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… where, contrary to the situation their parents and grandparents faced, rapid population ageing is a reality and sustainability is at the top of the agenda, especially with rapid development of emerging economies. Scope: Research should analyse the norms, values and attitudes of young people in Europe, as well as their expectations regarding public policy and organisation of economic, social and private…”

Targeted Countries/Regions: Emerging Economies

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Programme: Food security, sustainable agriculture and forestry, marine and maritime and inland water research

Activity/Topic: Blue Growth: Unlocking the potential of Seas and Oceans

Call Identifier: H2020-BG-2014-1

Topic Identifier: BG-15-2014

Topic Title: European polar research cooperation


Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2458-bg-15-2014.html

Specific Challenges: “… knowledge on waste management, including environmental regulations and standards, can contribute to turning waste into a resource at global level and to setting up resource efficient waste management systems and technologies and services, particularly in developing countries and emerging economies. To this end, enhanced forms of participatory processes for all stakeholders are needed. Scope : Proposals…”


http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2458-bg-15-2014.html

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Activity/Topic: Sustainable Food Security

Call Identifier: H2020-SFS-2015-2

Topic Identifier: SFS-13-2015

Topic Title: Biological contamination of crops and the food chain


Stage 2: 11.06.2015

Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2342-sfs-13-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… for international cooperation in research and innovation and in particular with the implementation of the EU-China dialogue, proposals are encouraged to include third country participants, especially those established in China[2]. The Commission considers that proposals requesting a contribution from the EU in the range of EUR 3–5 million would allow this specific challenge to be addressed appropriately.…”


http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2342-sfs-13-2015.html

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Activity/Topic: Sustainable Food Security

Call Identifier: H2020-SFS-2015-2

Topic Identifier: SFS-18-2015

Topic Title: Small farms but global markets: the role of small and familiy farms in food and nutrition security


Stage 2: 11.06.2015

Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2344-sfs-18-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… the objectives of the EU strategy for international cooperation in research and innovation and in particular with the implementation of the EU-Africa dialogue, proposals are encouraged to include third country participants, especially those established in Africa and Asia[1]. The Commission considers that proposals requesting a contribution from the EU in the range of EUR 4–5 million would allow this…”

Targeted Countries/Regions: Asia

http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2344-sfs-18-2015.html

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Programme: Secure, clean and efficient energy

Activity/Topic: Competitive Low-Carbon Energy

Call Identifier: H2020-LCE-2015-3

Topic Identifier: LCE-18-2015

Topic Title: Supporting Joint Actions on demonstration and validation of innovative energy solutions


Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/1151-lce-18-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… regulatory issues, capacity building and access to finance), social, environmental and resource efficiency aspects should be included. Opening up demonstration facilities for practice-oriented education and training is encouraged. As regards a possible ERA-NET in the area of ‘Smart Cities and Communities’, cooperation with emerging countries (e.g. China) is encouraged, without prejudice of their…”

Targeted Countries/Regions: China, Emerging Countries

http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/1151-lce-18-2015.html

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Programme: Smart, green and integrated transport

Activity/Topic: Mobility for Growth

Call Identifier: H2020-MG-2015_SingleStage-A

Topic Identifier: MG-1.8-2015

Topic Title: International cooperation in aeronautics


Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2709-mg-1.8-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… the leverage effect resulting from the coordinating research and innovation funding of EU and international partner (Russia, Japan, Canada or China). Type of action : 1) 2014: Coordination and Support Actions; 2) 2015: Research and Innovation Actions Seventh Framework Programme support actions with Canada(CANNAPE), Brazil - Latin America (Coopair-LA), Japan (SUNJET), China (Aerochina, GRAIN),…”


http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2709-mg-1.8-2015.html

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Call Identifier: H2020-MG-2015_TwoStages

Topic Identifier: MG-5.5a-2015

Topic Title: Demonstrating and testing innovative solutions for cleaner and better urban transport and mobility


Stage 2: 27.08.2015

Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2703-mg-5.5a-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… audience. Type of action : 1) Innovation Actions; 2) Coordination and Support Actions According to EU-China High Level Dialogue on Transport agreement of 24/09/2012 and 'Joint Declaration on EU-China Urbanisation Partnership' (subject to finalisation of the appropriate arrangements). For reference documents applying to the entire call for proposals, please see Please read carefully all provisions…”


http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2703-mg-5.5a-2015.html

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Call Identifier: H2020-MG-2015-Singlestage-B

Topic Identifier: MG-5.5b-2015

Topic Title: Demonstrating and testing innovative solutions for cleaner and better urban transport and mobility


Participant Portal Weblink: http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/desktop/en/opportunities/h2020/topics/2649-mg-5.5b-2015.html

Specific Challenges: “… as well as the technical capacity building in the participating cities. Dissemination, training and exchange activities will aim at a maximum reach of the target audience. Type of action : Coordination and Support Actions According to EU-China High Level Dialogue on Transport agreement of 24/09/2012 and 'Joint Declaration on EU-China Urbanisation Partnership' (subject to finalisation of the appropriate…”


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Instructions: How to find topics for international cooperation in Horizon 2020 calls

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Horizon 2020 structure

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China

Chinese

Asia

Emerging Economies

Emerging Countries

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Calls and topics classified (by the European Commission) as relevant

for international STI cooperation

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