AI-generated digital twins for science

The main goal of this opportunity is to harness generative artificial intelligence (AI) to create digital twins of complex real-world systems. These digital twins are intended to enhance European research infrastructures and demonstrate transformative impacts in their operations. The focus is on sectors such as healthcare (including mental health), transportation, agriculture, environment, manufacturing, and areas linked to the Clean Industrial Deal. The initiative aims to address societal challenges, improve public services, and foster inclusive economic growth. Projects must take place in eligible countries as specified by the Horizon Europe Programme.

• Proposals must follow the specified page limits and layout requirements.
• Participants must be from eligible countries as outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme.
• Projects must respect restrictions for protecting European communication networks.
• Applicants need to demonstrate financial and operational capacity.
• Proposals are evaluated based on set criteria and thresholds.
• Eligible costs must be structured as lump sum contributions.
• Projects should align with the call's focus on innovative AI use and contribution to EU initiatives.

Examples:

• Developing a digital twin for a hospital system to enhance patient care and resource management using AI.
• Creating an AI-powered digital twin of a transportation network to optimize traffic flow and reduce emissions.
• Building a digital twin for a manufacturing plant to improve efficiency and support sustainable practices.

• Personnel costs related to project implementation
• Costs for equipment and materials used in the project
• Subcontracting necessary project tasks
• Travel and subsistence for project activities
• Dissemination and communication activities
• Costs for data management and digital infrastructure
• Training and capacity-building related to project goals
• Project management and coordination expenses
• Indirect costs included in the lump sum

All eligible expenses are covered as a lump sum. Restrictions or further details may apply as described in the Horizon Europe Programme documents.

• Budget for this Call: 40,000,000€
• Number of Grants attributed: 4
• Maximum value per project: 10,000,000€
• Minimum value per project: 8,000,000€

• Applicants must be from countries eligible under the Horizon Europe Work Programme.
• Entities from certain non-EU/non-Associated Countries may be eligible if specific provisions are met.
• Applicants must comply with all requirements detailed in the relevant Horizon Europe annexes and guides.
• Proposals must be submitted through the designated system and follow all formatting and submission rules.
• Applicants must demonstrate the necessary financial and operational capacity.
• Eligibility may depend on forming networks or partnerships, as required by the call.
• Projects must address the thematic focus areas outlined in the opportunity.