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Innovation Uptake

Up to €650,000 per project (total call budget €5.2M, up to 8 projects; SMEs leading projects receive €400,000–€500,000)| Deadline: 16 September 2026 (3 days)

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The EIT Health Innovation Uptake Call funds mature digital, data-driven, and AI-powered healthcare solutions ready to scale across European markets, with up to €650,000 per project (50% co-funded). Consortia of at least two independent legal entities from different countries are required, with a commercial SME or industry partner leading the project. Projects must demonstrate technology readiness levels 7-9 (late prototype or market-ready stage).

Details

Funder EIT Health
Budget Up to €650,000 per project (total call budget €5.2M, up to 8 projects; SMEs leading projects receive €400,000–€500,000)
Deadline 16 September 2026
Consortium Required — minimum 2 independent legal entities from different countries, including partners from at least two sides of the Knowledge Triangle (Industry, Research, Education), led by a Commercialising Entity
Application Single stage
TRL 7-9
Frequency Annual

Eligibility & scope

Funds mature digital, data-driven and AI-powered healthcare solutions ready to scale across Europe, covering commercialisation pilots, usability testing, go-to-market strategy, health economics and reimbursement pathway development. Funding covers up to 50% of costs; applicants must be legal entities in eligible Horizon Europe countries.

Who Should Apply

  • •SMEs or industry companies ready to commercialise a healthcare technology
  • •Consortia with at least 2 independent legal entities from different eligible countries
  • •Projects covering technology development, business support, and clinical/market validation (Knowledge Triangle)
  • •Solutions at TRL 7-9 with a credible path to European market entry
  • •Entities established in EU member states, associated countries, or eligible third countries

Key Dates

  • •Application deadline: 16 September 2026
  • •Application platform opens: 15 July 2026
  • •Single-stage evaluation

Tips for Applicants

  • ✓Lead your consortium with a named commercial entity (SME or industry); EIT Health prioritises market readiness and a realistic go-to-market timeline over academic novelty.
  • ✓The 50% co-funding requirement is non-negotiable; budget clearly for matched funding sources and name them in your application.
  • ✓Spell out how your consortium covers all three sides of the Knowledge Triangle (research, business, clinical/market validation), panels reject imbalanced consortia.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I request from the EIT Health Innovation Uptake Call?

Up to €650,000 per project, covering a maximum of 50% of total project costs; you must secure matching co-funding for the remainder.

Who can lead an EIT Health Innovation Uptake consortium?

An SME or industry company acting as the Commercialising Entity; individuals and academic teams cannot lead, though they may participate.

What technology readiness level does EIT Health Innovation Uptake require?

Technology readiness levels 7-9, corresponding to late-stage prototypes or market-ready solutions ready to scale.

Do I need partners from multiple countries?

Yes, consortia must include at least 2 independent legal entities from different eligible countries.

When does the EIT Health Innovation Uptake application platform open?

The platform opens on 15 July 2026, with the submission deadline on 16 September 2026.

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