Excellence Hubs

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Programme Category

Co-Financed Programmes

Programme Name

Research & Innovation Foundation Programmes

Programme Description

In this section you may find information on National Schemes published by the Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation (formerly know as the Research Promotion Foundation – RPF).

 

Programme Details

Identifier Code

EXCELLENCE/0925

Call

Excellence Hubs

Summary

The “Excellence Hubs” Programme aims to promote scientific excellence, which is a fundamental part for the sustainable development of the Research, Technological Development and Innovation (RTDI) System, through the funding of pioneering research projects in cutting-edge fields. Additionally, the Programme aims to contribute towards creating growth prospects for the local economy and to tackle social and other contemporary challenges.

Call Total Budget

€3.000.000

Financing percentage by EU or other bodies / Level of Subsidy or Loan

60%

Thematic Categories

  • Education and training
  • Research, Technological Development and Innovation

Eligibility for Participation

  • Businesses
  • Central Government
  • Chambers
  • Legal Entities under Public Law
  • NGOs
  • Private Bodies
  • Researchers/Research Centers/Institutions
  • Semi-governmental organisations
  • Trade Unions

Call Opening Date

18/09/2025

Call Closing Date

26/11/2025

National Contact Point(s)

For any further information or guidance, you can contact the RIF Support Service: support@research.org.cy.

Telephone: 22205000