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Collaborative Research Project-Enterprise (PRCE)
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The ANR Collaborative Research Project, Enterprise (PRCE) funds research consortia bringing together academic labs and private-sector partners in France to tackle applied research questions. The call is open to researchers across all disciplines and career stages at French institutions, with projects typically running two to three years. Consortia must include at least one enterprise partner, distinguishing PRCE from purely academic calls.
Details
| Funder | ANR |
| Consortium | Required |
| Application | 2-stage: pre-proposal → full proposal |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | FR |
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers at French public and private research institutions
- •Project leads willing to coordinate multi-partner consortia
- •Teams with a confirmed private-sector research partner
- •Applied or translational research with industry relevance
Key Dates
- •Annual deadline (verify exact date on ANR portal)
- •Two-stage process: pre-proposal then full proposal evaluation
- •Typical project duration of 2-3 years
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Enterprise commitment is gating, letter of support from the industry partner must be explicit about in-kind or cash contribution.
- ✓Pre-proposal stage filters for consortium quality and strategic fit; avoid over-ambitious scope that signals unfeasible timelines.
- ✓Frame the research question in terms of the enterprise's technical or market challenge, not just academic interest; reviewers weight industrial relevance heavily.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does PRCE require an industry partner?
Yes, every PRCE project must include at least one enterprise partner as part of the consortium.
Who can lead a PRCE project?
Researchers at French public and private research institutions can lead; the consortium must include at least one academic partner and one enterprise partner.
How long is a PRCE project?
Project duration is typically 2-3 years, though the exact range should be confirmed on the ANR portal.
Is PRCE available to researchers outside France?
The call is open to projects led from French institutions; check the ANR portal for rules on international consortium partners.
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