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- Luxembourg’s Ministry of the Economy and the Luxembourg National Research Fund (FNR), in collaboration with Luxinnovation, launched a joint R&D call focused on Data, AI, and Quantum Technologies.
- The call targets collaborative projects between companies and public research organizations in areas including data-based solutions, AI applications, and quantum technologies such as algorithms and secure communication.
- Funding of up to €500,000 for research organizations and €700,000 for companies is available, with submissions opening in March 2026 and funding decisions expected by October 2026.
The Ministry of the Economy and the Luxembourg National Research Fund (FNR), in collaboration with Luxinnovation, have launched a joint call for research and development projects focused on Data, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Quantum Technologies, fundsforngos reported. The initiative is intended to promote collaboration between companies and public research institutions, accelerate deployment of advanced digital technologies, and strengthen Luxembourg’s digital sovereignty in line with national strategy.
Data, AI, and Quantum Technologies support large-scale data analysis, optimization of industrial and scientific processes, and modeling of complex systems.
The joint call targets high-quality R&D projects addressing complex and future-oriented challenges. Applicants must demonstrate how they integrate data analytics, AI, or quantum technologies to improve products, processes, or services, as reported by source. The call focuses on three thematic areas: data-based solutions including large-scale simulations and predictive modeling; AI for process optimization, automation, and trustworthy applications; and quantum technologies covering algorithms, simulation, and secure quantum communication.
The initiative emphasizes public-private partnerships to provide companies with access to scientific expertise, infrastructure, and best practices. Its objectives include fostering innovation and sustainable value creation, strengthening corporate expertise in advanced data analytics, AI, and quantum technologies, and contributing to Luxembourg’s economic development while supporting national strategic priorities. The call also aims to enhance Luxembourg’s attractiveness as an innovation hub through high-impact technological research and applications, the source reported.
Proposals must be submitted by consortia with balanced participation between companies and public research organizations, with no single partner contributing more than 70% of total project costs, fundsforngos reported. Following are the key conditions and timelines:
- Funding limits – Eligible public research organizations may receive up to €500,000 from the FNR, while companies may receive up to €700,000 under the national RDI framework.
- Project duration – Projects are expected to run between 24 and 36 months.
- Phase one – Project Outlines must be submitted between 1 March and 1 April 2026 to verify eligibility and alignment with the call’s objectives.
- Phase two – Selected consortia will submit Full Project Proposals between 30 April and 1 July 2026, with evaluation conducted by an independent expert panel.
- Funding decision timeline – Decisions are expected by October 2026.
To support applicants, Luxinnovation has set up an online platform for submitting project outlines and will host a webinar on 5 March 2026 to present the call objectives and application process.
Source – news.fundsforngos.org
