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International Innovation and R&D Collaboration Program
The International Innovation and R&D Collaboration Program promulgated by DoIT has been serving as the platform for bi-lateral and multilateral collaboration between companies in Taiwan and those from the European Commission, Germany, Spain, Israel, the Czech Republic, the UK and Canada. Such collaborations specifically target the development of emerging technologies.
When both parties pass the review, subsidies will be granted; each country's government subsidizes its own companies.
EU programs (e.g., Horizon Europe) and EUREKA Clusters
Application Timeline: Rolling application and review process.
Key Funding Areas: Supporting industry innovation offices.
Project Duration: Limited to the duration of the European Programs or EUREKA Clusters projects in which the applying enterprise participates.
More information: Horizon Europe, EUREKA Clusters
Contact Information: Miss Lee, (+886)-3-5915100, [email protected]
Taiwan-EU EUREKA Globalstars
Application Timeline: from Nov. 20, 2023, to May 21, 2024. (Participating countries include Taiwan, the Netherlands, Austria, Finland, Sweden, and Canada)
Key Funding Areas: High technology, sustainability.
Project Duration: Maximum 3 years.
More information: Globalstars
Contact Information: Miss Lee, (+886)-3-5915100, [email protected]
Application Timeline: Batch Submission and Review.
- First Call for Proposals: Sep. 11, 2023, to Feb. 19, 2024.
- Second Call for Proposals: May 21, 2024, to Oct. 30, 2024
Key Funding Areas: Smart Technologies (e.g., Next-gen Communications, High-speed Rail), Smart Manufacturing, Advanced Materials, Green Energy Technologies, Innovative Services (e.g., AI, IoT, Big Data).
Project Duration: Maximum 3 years.
More information: Israel Innovation Authority
Contact Information: Miss Hu, (+886)-3-5913425, [email protected]
Application Timeline: From Feb 1, 2024 to Sept 30, 2024.
Key Funding Areas: Next-generation Communication and IoT Applications, Semiconductor Technology, Smart Manufacturing, Advanced Materials.
Project Duration: Maximum 3 years.
More information: BMWK
Contact Information: Mr. Kuo, (+886)-3-5914877, [email protected]
Application Timeline: From Sept 13, 2024 to Nov 28, 2024.
Key Funding Areas: Next-generation Communication and IoT Applications, Smart Manufacturing, Biotechnology.
Project Duration: 1-3 years.
Contact Information: Mr. Lin, (+886)-3-5913596, [email protected]
Application Timeline: From Apr 8, 2024 to Jul 17, 2024.
Key Funding Areas: Smart Technology (e.g., Next-generation Communications, Semiconductor Technology, Aerospace Technology), Green Energy Technology (e.g., Electric Vehicles, Energy Management, Carbon Capture), Smart Manufacturing, Materials and Biomedical Technology (Medical Equipment), Innovation Services (e.g., AI, IoT, Big Data).
Project Duration: 2-3 years.
More information: Innovate UK
Contact Information: Mr. Lin, (+886)-3-5913596, [email protected]
Application Timeline: From May 16, 2024 to Jul 17, 2024.
Key Funding Areas: Smart Technology (e.g., Next-generation Communications, Semiconductor Technology), Renewable Energy Technology (e.g., Offshore Wind, Solar), Smart Manufacturing, Materials and Biotechnology (Medical Equipment), Innovation Services (e.g., AI, IoT, Big Data).
Project Duration: Maximum 3 years.
More information: Technology Agency of the Czech Republic
Contact Information: Mr. Chen, (+886)-3-5914979, [email protected]
Application Timeline: From Nov 6, 2024 to May 12, 2025.
Key Funding Areas: Health and Biotechnology, Communication Technology and Digital Technology Applications, Semiconductor and Advanced Materials Technology, Quantum Science and Artificial Intelligence, Deep Technology and Low-carbon Technologies.
Project Duration: 1-3 years
More information: National Research Council
Contact Information: Miss Chen, (+886)-3-5918460, [email protected]
Results
As of 31 November 2024, a total of 58 project applications have been approved to EU multilateral programs, with 28 projects (including FP7, H2020, and Horizon Europe) approved, along with 13 projects under the EUREKA GlobalStars program. Additionally, 126 project applications have been submitted for bilateral programs, of which 48 have been approved.
The industries involved include information and communication technology/optoelectronics, circular economy, smart manufacturing, and biotechnology and medicine.
In November 2022, DoIT and Innovate UK (IUK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to mutually endorse existing national and international programs. The inaugural TW-UK Collaborative R&D Call has successfully attracted a total of 65 qualified applications in two years, setting a record for the highest number. The new joint call for proposals will open in 2025, ensuring continued opportunities for R&D collaboration and partnership.
In September 2023, DoIT and the EUREKA Network signed the Declaration of Intent on Call for Proposal to cooperate with the funding agencies from the Netherlands, Austria, Finland, Sweden and Canada to pursue the R&D collaboration on High Tech and Sustainability related technologies. Using the joint-call for proposals mechanism under the EUREKA’s GlobalStars initiative, It has been launched on EUREKA website.
In April 2024, Taiwan and Canada signed a Science, Technology, and Innovation MOU (STIM) to strengthen technological collaboration in areas of mutual interest and to foster innovative activities. The initiative is jointly led by DoIT and Canada’s NRC-IRAP to promote industrial technology R&D collaboration between Taiwanese enterprises and Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises(SMEs). The inaugural Canada–Taiwan 2024-2025 Collaborative Industrial R&D Call for Proposals was officially launched on November 6, 2024.
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