Support for SME participation in FP 7
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | RISE Research Institutes of Sweden Holding AB - RISE Research Institutes of Sweden Holding AB, Stockholm |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 18 500 000 |
| Project duration | June 2011 - March 2015 |
| Status | Completed |
Purpose and goal
The purpose of the Project was to give support tom SMEs wanting to apply to FP 7 and Horizon 2020. A helpdesk was established. Support was given to around 300 SMEs.
Expected results and effects
The Project has contributed to a raised knowledge of FP 7 and H 2020 among SMEs. This also includes researchers at RISE.
Planned approach and implementation
A project Group was established within RISE. A helpdesk function was established with a response time of 48 hours. Information material about FP 7 and H 2020 was developed. Training activities including both personel at the RTOs as well as SMEs.