7a-how-to-approach-a-good-proposal-in-cluster-6-funding-opportunities-with-experiences-from-widening-countries_tanghetti-alberico.pptx.pdf
Overview The document is a presentation on how to approach writing a good proposal for Cluster 6 funding opportunities within the Horizon Europe program, with a focus on experiences from Widening Countries. It covers key aspects of proposal writing, including the structure, eligibility criteria, and evaluation process.
Key Topics Covered
- Introduction to Horizon Europe and Cluster 6: An overview of the Horizon Europe program and its specific focus areas within Cluster 6.
- Proposal Structure: Detailed information on the structure of a proposal, including Part A (administrative forms) and Part B (technical description).
- Eligibility and Admissibility: Criteria for consortium composition, eligible countries, and formatting conditions, as well as requirements for electronic submission and necessary documents.
- Evaluation Criteria: In-depth discussion of the "Excellence" section of the proposal, focusing on objectives, ambition, and methodology. This includes guidance on how to describe the project's objectives, the state-of-the-art, and the integration of interdisciplinary approaches.
- Open Science: Explanation of open science practices, their importance, and how to implement them in the proposal.
- Data Management: Guidelines on data management, FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable), and the development of a data management plan.
Key Takeaways
- The presentation emphasizes the importance of understanding the call topic, carefully building a consortium, and clearly articulating the project's objectives, methodology, and expected impact.
- It provides detailed guidance on how to address the "Excellence" criteria, including how to demonstrate the project's ambition, innovation, and interdisciplinary approach.
- The presentation highlights the significance of open science practices and data management, outlining the mandatory requirements and recommended practices for Horizon Europe projects.

Corporate author(s): APRE
Author(s): Alberico Annachiara, Federica Tanghetti,
Collection: Training content
Subjects: CARE4BIO
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How to Approach Cluster 6 Funding Opportunities
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Network: Cluster 6 Date: 28/05/2025
How approach Cluster 6 funding opportunities. On-Site: Warsaw
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Network: Cluster 6 Date: 28/05/2025
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