University funding
Researchers at the University of Pavia have the opportunity to fund their research and innovation activities by accessing calls issued at the national level. The funding bodies for these initiatives can be ministries, regions and private foundations operating at the territorial level.
MIUR - Ministry of Education, University and Research
- PNR-National Research Program 2015-2020
- PRIN-Research Programs of National Interest
- PRIN 2020
- Program for the dissemination of scientific culture
Other Ministries
- Ministry of Economic Development
- Ministry of Health
- Ministry of Environment
- Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
- MAECI - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Regions support and promote research and innovation through the adoption of ROPs (Regional Operational Programs) co-financed by European Structural and Investment Funds (EIS Funds).
The main Structural Funds are:
ERDF European Regional Development Fund which promotes balanced development in the different regions of the EU. ERDF support focuses on research and innovation, information and communication technologies (ICT), small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the promotion of a low-carbon economy.
ESF European Social Fund which supports employment projects throughout Europe and invests in Europe's human capital. It promotes in addition to employment, education, skills and lifelong learning within Europe.
EAFRD European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development promotes knowledge transfer and innovation in agriculture, forestry and rural areas, the competitiveness of agriculture in all its forms and innovative technologies for farms, the organization of the agri-food chain, including the processing and marketing of agricultural products, and the preservation, restoration and enhancement of agriculture-related ecosystems.
It is possible to access complete information on open calls for proposals from Regione Lombardia via the link: Regione Lombardia - calls for proposals
and to regional initiatives related to Open Innovation through the portal: www.openinnovation.regione.lombardia.it
At the local level, it is possible to obtain funding for Research and Third Mission activities through the calls issued by some major Foundations:
- Cariplo Foundation
- Banca del Monte di Lombardia Foundation
- Community Foundation of the Province of Pavia
For requirements related to project preparation and reporting, please refer to the dedicated page: Project submission and management