Source of Funding: Xjenza Malta

Funding Opportunity for Malta-based Researchers to Join R&I proposals under various Horizon Europe Partnerships – Apply Now!

Are you looking for funding to participate in international R&I projects within Horizon Europe Partnerships where Malta is not an official funding partner?

The A2P Scheme is now open and enables Malta-based researchers to participate in transnational calls for R&I projects from over 50 initiatives across various thematic areas, including health (such as pandemic preparedness, rare diseases, and personalised medicine), climate, energy and mobility, digital technologies, food and bioeconomy, natural resources, and environment.

Funding Opportunities:

• Support for Malta-…

Source of Funding: Xjenza Malta

Following the successful launch of the 1st call of the Cancer Research Programme, this year the 2nd call for this programme is now open!

The Cancer Research Programme aims to support research that might in the future help reduce the incidence of cancer, improve cancer treatment, survival, and the quality of life of cancer patients.

The Cancer Research Programme aims to support capacity-building efforts related to:

• Molecular Research and Diagnostic Innovations
• Community-Based Cancer Research
• Therapeutic Development and Clinical Strategies
• Psychosocial Support and Patient-Centred Approaches

It aims to support fundamental and translational research including genetic, pharmacogenomic, proteomics, pharmaceutical, cellular, and pre-clinical in vivo research into the causes, mechanisms, diagnosis, treatment or prevention of cancer as well as research targeting psychosocial aspects of cancer, its…

Source of Funding: Xjenza Malta and Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (CNR)

Xjenza Malta and the Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (CNR) have launched the 2025 Joint Call for Research Proposals under the SPIRE Programme. This initiative aims to strengthen research collaborations between Malta-based and CNR researchers by providing seed grants for small-scale projects that pave the way for larger future research efforts.

The SPIRE: Seed Grants for International Research Programme enhances Malta’s international research collaboration by facilitating joint calls with international partners. Through multi-annual calls, SPIRE supports projects that foster research partnerships, promote knowledge exchange, and serve as a foundation for larger-scale initiatives.

Funding & Project Details for the Xjenza Malta-CNR Joint Call

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Source of Funding: Xjenza Malta

Xjenza Malta is receiving proposals under the Technology Development Programme Lite (TDP Lite).

The TDP Lite is a national funding programme aimed at providing support for the development of innovative projects proposed by public entities or industry players. The programme is designed to provide Maltese innovators with an expedited route to develop and demonstrate their novel technologies.

TDP Lite provides financial support of up to €200,000 for sole entities to carry out research, development and innovation, with the SMART Specialisation Areas:

• Aviation and Aerospace
• Future Digital Technology
• Health and Well-being
• Marine and Maritime Technology
• Smart Manufacturing
• Sustainable Use of Resources

In order to be an eligible applicant under this funding…

Source of Funding: Xjenza Malta

Funding Opportunity for Malta-based Researchers to Innovate in Advanced Materials & Battery Technologies – Apply Now!

M-ERA.NET is a European-funded initiative that supports research and innovation in materials science and battery technologies, aligning with the European Green Deal. The M-ERA.NET Joint Call 2025 is now open click to view call— with particular emphasis on clean energy technologies, future batteries, circular economy, and the integration of digital technologies.

Funding Opportunities:

Malta-based entities are eligible to apply for up to € 300,000 in funding, allowing them to join a consortium and submit a proposal for this Call (N.B. if multiple national partners are…

Source of Funding: Xjenza Malta

The Intellectual Property Registration (IPR) Voucher provides inventors with essential financial support and guidance to protect their creations against potential infringement. Innovators can apply for national protection through the Malta Industrial Property Registration system. At a European level, the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) offers broader protection across EU Member States, while international registration through the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is also available for globally safeguarding Maltese IP rights.

Types of Intellectual Property Rights

There are five main types of intellectual property rights:

1. Trademarks – Unique graphics that distinguish products or services.
2. Copyrights – Automatically granted protection for original works upon creation.
3. Industrial Designs –…

Source of Funding: Xjenza Malta

JPI Oceans aims to advance scientific knowledge and methodologies supporting the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD) implementation through process-based approaches to environmental status assessment.

The scope of this joint call builds upon the successful pilot phase of S4GES, which demonstrated the effectiveness of process-based sampling approaches for marine environmental assessment. The conceptual framework was particularly well-received, with Belgium already incorporating elements into their national monitoring strategy.

This joint call addresses critical knowledge gaps and enhances the scientific basis underpinning the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD). By consolidating existing knowledge and integrating innovative, process-based monitoring approaches, the joint call further aims to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of environmental assessments.

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Source of Funding: Xjenza Malta

Xjenza Malta  is receiving proposals under the Horizon Europe Networking Support Scheme (NET2HE).

NET2HE is offering stakeholders from Malta the financial support to attend Horizon Europe networking and brokerage events held overseas in a bid to increase the uptake in Horizon Europe proposal submissions. The aim is to incentivise Maltese participation in brokerage sessions and networking events. Info Days organised by the European Commission will also be taken into consideration.

The aim of the scheme is to support networking activities that generate long-term outcomes leading to the formation of the consortia and/or participation in consortia capable of applying for the Horizon funding.

Interested parties are to submit their Application Form electronically to nethorizon.xjenzamalta@gov.mt…

Source of Funding: Xjenza Malta

Xjenza Malta is pleased to announce the opening of the Second Malta PECS Call under the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Plan for European Cooperating States (PECS). This call provides opportunities for companies and organisations based in Malta to submit proposals for a variety of space-related research and development activities.

How to Apply

All applicants must register on the ESA Star Platform to submit their proposals:
Create an ESA Star account

Available Funding Types:

Type A – Research and preparatory activity such as feasibility studies/demonstrators, conceptual design work, competitive…

Source of Funding: Xjenza Malta

The Go To Market Accelerator Programme is designed to support the final stages of Technology Readiness Level (TRL) advancements, helping innovators deploy their product or service into operational environments. This grant facilitates optimization, verification, and validation activities, ensuring that prototype-stage innovations are ready for real-world applications.

Programme Overview

• Target TRL: From TRL 5-6 to TRL 7-8
• Funding: Up to €150,000
• Project Duration: 24 months

The programme supports projects that build on previous development efforts to complete the innovation’s development cycle.

Eligibility & Requirements

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