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Scientific analysis and exploitation of space data

Funding for scientific analysis and exploitation of space data from European and international missions, focusing on astronomy, astrophysics, cosmology, heliophysics, and solar system exploration. Targets research teams, universities, and organizations developing advanced data processing techniques and high-level data products.

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Details

Agency

EU Commission

Status

Open

Language

English

Funding Type

Grant

Funding Amount

Up to 15.0M €

Deadline

2026-09-03

Open Date

2026-03-10

Overview

Funding for scientific analysis and exploitation of space data from European and international missions, focusing on astronomy, astrophysics, cosmology, heliophysics, and solar system exploration. Targets research teams, universities, and organizations developing advanced data processing techniques and high-level data products.

Who Can Apply

Research organizations, universities, public bodies, and consortia from eligible EU Member States, Associated Countries, and select third countries with specific funding provisions. International collaboration is encouraged.

Funding Details

Maximum grant amount: 15,000,000 EUR. Funding is provided as a lump sum.

What Is Funded

Analysis and exploitation of space data from scientific and exploration missions (excluding Earth observation), including CubeSat and small satellite missions. Activities may involve advanced data processing, AI techniques, statistical approaches, data fusion, and visualization. Projects must produce scientific publications, higher-level data products, tools, or methods, with enhanced data products encouraged for submission to ESA Space Science Archives.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

Projects must operate at Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 4 to 6.

Key Dates

  • Open date: 2026-03-09
  • Deadline: 2026-09-02

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage application process via the Funding & Tenders Portal. Proposals must adhere to page limits and layout specified in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes.

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 using satellite-based data must prioritize Copernicus and/or Galileo/EGNOS. Gender dimension integration is required only if relevant to research objectives. International cooperation is encouraged, particularly with countries active in space exploration and science.