Types of Funded Projects:

• Multiyear Scientific Research Projects

• Advanced Research Workshops (ARW)

• Advanced Training Courses (ATC)

• Advanced Study Institutes (ASI)

The projects must be co-led by researchers from NATO partner and Allied countries.

Priority Research Areas:

1. Environment, Climate Change, and Security:

   • Understanding, mitigating, and adapting to the impact of climate change on security, including in military missions.

   • Increased awareness of security issues related to environmental challenges (health, resource scarcity, increased energy demand, extreme weather events).

   • Reducing the environmental impact of military activities.

   • Forecasting and preventing natural disasters.

2. Innovation and Revolutionary Emerging Technologies:

   • Technologies with a profound impact on security, including:

     • Artificial Intelligence (AI)

     • Autonomy

     • Quantum Technologies

     • Biotechnology and Human Enhancement

     • Space

     • New Materials and Manufacturing

     • Energy and Propulsion

     • Next-generation Communication Networks

     • Defense Against the Malicious Use of Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDTs)

     • Development of advanced and innovative technologies for security.