Health of ecosystems and wild species, predictions and impacts on human health, in the face of existing and emerging stressors, from a One Health approach

Overview

Funding for transdisciplinary research projects that predict the health of ecosystems and wild species under existing and emerging stressors, assess their impacts on human health, and advance a One Health governance framework. Targets research consortia addressing biodiversity loss, climate change, and pollution through integrated scientific and policy approaches.

Who Can Apply

Consortia of legal entities (e.g., universities, research institutions, public authorities, NGOs, private companies) from eligible countries, including EU Member States, Associated Countries, and select non-EU/non-Associated Countries with specific funding provisions. Proposals must include contributions from social sciences and humanities (SSH) disciplines.

Funding Details

• Maximum grant amount: 8,000,000 EUR per project.
• Funding type: Lump sum.
• Total budget: Not specified.
• Funding rate: Not specified (standard Horizon Europe rules apply).

What Is Funded

• Transdisciplinary research on the health of ecosystems and wild species (terrestrial, freshwater, marine) under stressors like climate change and pollution.
• Development of benchmark protocols and common indicators for assessing risks (e.g., loss of ecosystem services, pathogen exposure) and benefits (e.g., dilution effect, beneficial microorganisms) of interlinkages between ecosystem, wildlife, domestic animal/plant, and human health.
• Integration of ecosystem and wildlife health into the exposome approach.
• Cost-benefit analysis of nature restoration/conservation projects, including human health impacts and intersectional vulnerabilities (e.g., low-income communities, persons with disabilities).
• Policy recommendations for One Health governance frameworks.
• Cooperation with the EU Knowledge Centre for Biodiversity (KCBD), EU Biodiversa+, and Animal Health and Welfare partnerships.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

No explicit Technology Readiness Level (TRL) range specified. Projects must build on existing scientific scenarios (e.g., IPBES assessments) and prior Horizon Europe research.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2027-04-19T22:00:00Z.
• Deadline: 2027-09-21T22:00:00Z.

Application Process (High-Level)

• Single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal.
• Proposal must adhere to page limits and layout described in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes (Annex A and Annex E).
• Evaluation based on standard Horizon Europe award criteria (excellence, impact, implementation).

Post-Award Obligations

• Cooperation with the EC Knowledge Centre for Biodiversity (KCBD) and relevant EU partnerships.
• Dissemination of results and policy recommendations to policymakers, public authorities, and stakeholders.
• Reporting obligations as per Horizon Europe lump sum grant agreements.

Geographic Scope & Language

• Eligible countries: EU Member States, Associated Countries, and select non-EU/non-Associated Countries with specific funding provisions (see Horizon Europe Programme Guide).
• Application language: English.

Notes

• Proposals must align with the EU Green Deal, EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030, and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
• Projects must include a cost-benefit analysis of inaction versus nature restoration/conservation.
• SSH disciplines must be effectively integrated to enhance societal impact.