GSS EU Science Funding Gateway

Proposals need to lower the entry-barrier for academia, research institutes and very importantly for startups, and SMEs by offering affordable access to a portfolio of industrial-grade design tools, IP blocks, including open-source ones (e.g. RISC-V based), and prototyping technologies. Services offered must include initial advice, training, support, reduced entry costs, prototyping and a clear route to chip manufacture and product supply. Proposals must include a KPI on start-ups and SMEs that use the services provided by the platform.

Furthermore, proposals should include some of the following elements:

• Fostering collaboration and support in Europe by providing a design IP exchange system, where members can exchange IP blocks, including commercialisation of academic designs, considering national rules if relevant
• Supporting and stimulating the adoption of emerging technologies (e.g. neuromorphic, 3D integration, wafer-scale-packaging etc) by creating standardised platforms and make those widely accessible;
• Enabling heterogeneous system integration, such as the adoption of chiplets by a wide range of customers.
• Strengthening industry relevant skills by supporting up-skilling and re-skilling initiatives through provision of extended training activities