The European Commission has announced a €100 million funding allocation to support research projects focused on pandemic preparedness and response. This initiative is part of the Horizon Europe program and aims to strengthen the continent’s ability to detect, prevent, and manage future infectious disease outbreaks.

The funding will be distributed among research consortia across EU member states, with a focus on developing new diagnostic tools, vaccines, and surveillance systems. The call for proposals encourages collaboration between universities, public health agencies, and private sector partners.

This investment reflects ongoing efforts to enhance cross-border cooperation and scientific innovation in public health. Interested organizations can find more details and application guidelines on the official Horizon Europe portal at ec.europa.eu.