EDF 2026 — Non-Thematic SME & Research Actions

Open (non-thematic) lump-sum research call for SMEs and research organisations to pursue any defence-relevant research topic. Eligible areas explicitly include cognitive warfare, information domain operations, AI for military decision-making, and digital governance in defence contexts. The SME coordinator must represent a majority of the consortium budget; research organisation budget may not exceed 40% of total. Lump-sum grant modality with simplified financial management.