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- Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs):<\/strong> Companies in the IT, ICT, and digital infrastructure sectors seeking to enhance their operations with innovative cybersecurity solutions, including AI and VR technologies.<\/li>\n
- Research institutions and academics:<\/strong> Universities, research centers, and academic professionals specializing in IT, ICT, or cybersecurity research and innovation, eager to collaborate on refining and testing advanced solutions in practical settings.<\/li>\n
- Public and private sector entities:<\/strong> Institutions managing complex digital systems and infrastructures that aim to strengthen their resilience and security using cutting-edge, AI-driven cybersecurity frameworks.<\/li>\n
- Industry professionals and large enterprises:<\/strong> Big companies and industry leaders looking to contribute to or adopt advanced cybersecurity innovations to protect and optimize their digital ecosystems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Open to organizations and individuals from EU Member States and countries associated with Horizon Europe. Participants from non-associated non-EU countries, specifically the UK and Switzerland, may apply but may not be eligible for funding due to regulations under Horizon Europe in place as of 2023.<\/span>
Applicants can apply individually, in teams of two, or as part of a consortium of up to three organizations. Each consortium must include at least one SME as a partner. All partners in the consortium must meet the eligibility criteria and contribute to the project\u2019s objectives.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Rounds” _builder_version=”4.26.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
The Open Call will be conducted in two rounds, each serving specific purposes:<\/p>\n
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- First Round<\/strong>: Validation of CyberSecDome capabilities with use cases.<\/li>\n
- Second Round<\/strong>: Engagement of pilot sites for experiments with advanced use cases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
*\u0391pplicants who applied for Round 1 and did not receive funding may reapply for Round 2 with a revised proposal, provided that they meet the eligibility criteria for Round 2.<\/p>\n
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The total budget available is\u00a01.200.000<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u20ac<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>which will be divided between the two rounds.<\/span>
The maximum funding for any proposal is \u20ac120,000, regardless of the total project budget, the number of topics addressed, or the size of the consortium. The grant supports up to 100% of eligible costs, including indirect costs, for SMEs, while larger industries are funded at 50%. If the total project budget exceeds \u20ac120,000, applicants must cover the remaining costs from their own resources. Additional resources provided by the applicants on their own budget will strengthen the proposal.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Timeline” _builder_version=”4.26.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
\u2013 Call Opening Date:\u00a0<\/span>December 4, 2024<\/strong>
\u2013\u00a0Submission System Opens:\u00a0<\/span>December 10, 2024<\/span>
\u2013 Proposal Submission Deadline: February 10, 2025\u00a0<\/span>
\u2013 Eligibility and Evaluation Deadline: March 10, 2025<\/span>
\u2013 Announcement of Selected Projects:\u00a0March, 2025
\u2013 Grant Agreement Signing: March, 2025
\u2013 Project Start: April, 2025<\/span><\/p>\n* Exact dates are subject to change and will be confirmed closer to the event.<\/em><\/p>\n
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\u2013 Step 1: Prepare your proposal following our guidelines.<\/span>
\u2013 Step 2: Submit your application through our online portal.<\/span>
\u2013\u00a0Step 3: Proposals will be evaluated by experts based on innovation, feasibility, and impact.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Participant Responsibilities” _builder_version=”4.26.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
Participants will integrate and validate CyberSecDome\u2019s advanced security solutions within their digital systems, conduct extensive testing and data analysis, and deploy these solutions in real-world pilot sites to enhance cybersecurity and resilience.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Successful applicants will receive:<\/p>\n
\u2013 Financial support up to \u20ac120,000 per project.
\u2013 Access to mentoring and technical support.
\u2013 Networking opportunities with industry experts.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Templates and Guidelines for Applicants” _builder_version=”4.26.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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CyberSecDome Open Call Proposal Evaluation Summary Report.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Open Call Proposal Template Round 1 – [Year].pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Round 1 General Guide.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Open Call Evaluators Guide.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Third-Party Funding Agreement (TPFA).pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Open Call General Guide.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Proposals Submission Guideline.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Conflict of Interest Declaration Form.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Open Call FAQs.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.26.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#1c1c1c” max_width=”89%” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
If you’re interested in contributing to the advancement of cybersecurity and digital resilience, we encourage you to explore the details of our Open Call and consider submitting a proposal.
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CyberSecDome Open Call Proposal Evaluation Summary Report.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Open Call Proposal Template Round 1 – [Year].pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Round 1 General Guide.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Third-Party Funding Agreement (TPFA).pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Open Call General Guide.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Proposals Submission Guideline.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Conflict of Interest Declaration Form.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n CyberSecDome Open Call FAQs.pdf<\/a><\/div>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.26.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” max_width=”1920px” module_alignment=”left” custom_margin=”||-10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.26.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.26.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” border_width_top=”3px” border_color_top=”#c294e8″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.26.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”98%” max_width=”1920px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.26.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.26.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#1c1c1c” max_width=”97.8%” text_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
CyberSecDome 2nd Info Day & Open Call launch event<\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n
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The CyberSecDome 2nd Info Day & Open Call launch event took place successfully on December 4, 2024<\/strong>, from 15:00 \u2013 18:30 EET<\/strong> at the Golden Age Hotel<\/strong>, Michalakopoulou 57, Athina 115 28, Greece<\/a> and online.<\/p>\n
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Agenda<\/strong><\/h4>\n
- Second Round<\/strong>: Engagement of pilot sites for experiments with advanced use cases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Research institutions and academics:<\/strong> Universities, research centers, and academic professionals specializing in IT, ICT, or cybersecurity research and innovation, eager to collaborate on refining and testing advanced solutions in practical settings.<\/li>\n