Apply AI: Piloting AI-based image screening in medical centres

Overview

Piloting and validating cloud-based AI/GenAI systems for medical imaging analysis in clinical settings, targeting healthcare providers, research institutions, and technology developers. Focuses on cancer and cardiovascular disease screening with integration into existing clinical workflows.

Who Can Apply

Consortia of legal entities, including medical centres, research institutions, SMEs, and technology providers. Applicants must be established in eligible EU Member States, Horizon Europe Associated Countries, or other specified countries.

Funding Details

Exact grant amounts and total budget not specified. Funding rate and co-funding requirements follow standard Horizon Europe rules for innovation actions.

What Is Funded

• Development and piloting of scalable, cloud-based AI/GenAI systems for medical imaging analysis.
• Integration into clinical workflows, including interoperability with EHR, PACS, and RIS.
• Technical and clinical validation of AI systems in real healthcare settings.
• Evidence generation on cost-efficiency for regulatory and HTA purposes.
• Organization of workshops and events for the European network of AI-powered screening centres.
• Regulatory approval planning, data protection, cybersecurity, and sustainability measures.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

Projects must target Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 7 to 9, focusing on deployment and validation in operational environments.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2026-04-20
• Deadline: 2026-09-30

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage submission via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. Proposals must adhere to page limits and layout specified in the call documents.

Geographic Scope & Language

Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom, Switzerland. Application language: English.

Notes

• Projects must include medical centres in the consortium and join the European network of AI-powered advanced screening centres.
• Emphasis on trustworthy, secure AI/GenAI algorithms and compliance with EU legal and ethical frameworks.
• Preference for solutions previously tested and validated within the TEF for Health, where applicable.