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European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT)

Join thematic cross-border innovation communities

Be part of Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) bringing together business, education and research organisations to find and commercialise solutions to pressing global challenges.

Do you want to be part of innovation partnerships across industries?

The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), which is part of the EU’s research and innovation programme Horizon Europe, fosters cross-border collaboration and innovation across Europe by connecting academia, research and industry.

Its thematic Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) bring together academia, business and research partners to work on societal challenges in fields such as climate change, sustainable energy, digitalisation, health and raw materials. 

The KICs carry out research projects, innovation initiatives, entrepreneurship support, education and training programmes, and business development activities and facilitate knowledge transfer from academia and research to the business sector. 

We can help you determine whether the EIT’s Knowledge and Innovation Communities offer opportunities that suit your organisation and guide you in joining them.

Key benefits

This type of funding offers the following advantages:

  • Access to collaborative innovation conducted by a diverse network of experts
  • A holistic approach combining research, education and business development
  • Financial support and resources to undertake ambitious projects

Who can benefit?


The KICs of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology are open for participation to all legal entities, including startups, small and medium-sized companies (SMEs), corporates and public research organisations. We can support Luxembourg-based entities.

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Feel free to contact us for further information and support. We are also available to discuss how this funding measure and others would best fit into your long-term strategy.

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