The European Commission has launched calls for proposals for AI and quantum research.
The proposals for AI and quantum research fall under Horizon Europe’s 2023-2024 digital, industrial and space work programme.
The Commission has previously stated the importance of these technologies by reinforcing quantum value chains and introducing the AI Act, which guarantees the safety of this growing technology.
Enhancing AI applicability across new sectors
The Commission will invest over €65m in AI. Of this amount, €50m will be dedicated to projects to develop new ways of combining data and expanding the capabilities of large AI models.
These efforts will enhance AI applicability across new domains and support Europe’s research excellence in this field.
Another €15m will be invested in developing robust and transparent AI systems. Projects will aim to enhance AI systems’ reliability and provide meaningful insights into their decision-making processes.
The above investments will help develop AI technology that aligns with the AI Act and the human-centric European approach to AI.
The next generation of quantum technology
Additionally, €40m will be invested to boost research into cutting-edge, world-leading quantum technologies, of which €25m will be invested for the creation of a pan-European network of quantum gravimeters (gravity sensors).
The network will provide high-precision gravity measurements, important for various sectors like Earth observation and civil engineering.
Another €15m will be invested in translational research and development projects in the field of next-generation quantum technologies.
This cooperation aims to ensure that the EU remains at the forefront of the global quantum technology race.
Furthermore, another €7.5m will be devoted to projects that support European values, put people at the centre of the digital transformation, and increase the EU’s influence in global ICT standardisation.
More information on grant applications for calls and proposals for AI and quantum research can be found here.
