[Pixeurope-ga] Associated Partners (External Collaborators)

Wed Dec 24 10:46:14 CET 2025

Thanks, Valerio. We will think about if there are any possibility to  
find an AP- Regrads,
Carlos

Valerio Pruneri <Valerio.Pruneri at icfo.eu> escribió:

> Hi Carlos
> Yes, AP can either be private or public.
> A key point is that they can offer unique amd ceitical contribution  
> to PIXEurope tasks, without receiving funding and sharing IP as any  
> partner.
> So, only a few are expected.
>
> The large majority should go to Open Access.
>
> We are also proposing "Collaborative R&D Project " to Chips JU and  
> Commission to complement APs. They might have a similar role amd  
> obñogations. However, they are not yet properly defined and  
> confirmed .
>
> For any doubt, it is better we talk. Any partner can get in touch to discuss.
>
> Best
> Valerio
>
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> Dear Valerio, thanks for the email about Associated Partners.
>
>
> I have one question, can EU companies be part of the Associate  
> Partner entities?
>
>
> Season's Greetings for all!!
>
>
> El 19/12/2025 a las 14:55, Valerio Pruneri via Pixeurope-ga escribió:
> Hi All
>
> Please read carefully, we need an answer by Jan 7, 2026 included.
>
> This email is about the possibility of working with external  
> (third-party) entities that are not partners of Pilot Line.
>
> As you are aware, most of our interactions with external entities,  
> be them private (e.g. start-up, spin-off, SME, large industry) or  
> public (RTO, university, etc...), are expected to occur through Open  
> Access. That is, those external entities become what we call  
> "End-Users" and will have to pay for accessing PIXEurope's services,  
> including Training, Consultancy, Use of Equipment and Lab,  
> Prototyping, etc...As we speak, in WP3-DEP, we started defining cost  
> and IP models for services. You will hear from us soon on this front.
>
> I remind you that PIXEurope is made of three components: Joint  
> Procurement (JP), R&D&D to set up and develop Pilot Line (HE) and  
> Open Access (DEP). In addition to Open Access Services, we have the  
> opportunity to engage with external entities as "Associated  
> Partners" (APs). Associated partners are effectively "External  
> Collaborators" that become involved in R&D&E activities, in Horizon  
> Europe (HE).  I append at the end of this message a description of  
> AP. In particular note:
>
>   *
> APs do not have to be from associated countries, can be from Members  
> States that are entitled to get funding from HE (e.g. same country  
> as all of you)
>   *
> Proposed work (role) of APs need to be part of the tasks as in the  
> Grant Agreement (GA) of HE.
>   *
> APs DO NOT receive funding from the Pilot Line.
>   *
> APs have to comply with the IP and other terms of the GA.
>   *
> APs have to be eligible and there are restrictions.
>   *
> A clear and focus work-plan involving the APs has to be approved by  
> the consortium (SC) as well as Chips JU and Commission.
>
> In the GA of HE as it stands now, we do not have APs. However, some  
> of us may be thinking of APs. And it is crucial that we make a  
> prediction on the number of APs to see whether we can implement a  
> plan that also includes APs and it is worth making an amendement of  
> GA.
>
> Please, if interested, send to me and Management team  
> (pixeurope-mct at lists.icfo.es<mailto:pixeurope-mct at lists.icfo.es>):
>
>   *
> Name of potential AP
>   *
> Short description of potential AP
>   *
> Foreseen contribution to task/tasks in the GA (workplan) of HE.
>   *
> Expected level of committment (person months and possibly other resources)
>
> Deadline, January 7, 2026, included.
>
> For any doubt, please send me a message and we can also talk.
>
> Happy Holidays!
> Valerio
>
>
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> An Associated Partner (AP) in Horizon  
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> quality.
>
> Key Characteristics:
>
>   *   No EU Funding: They bear their own costs, even if eligible for funding.
>   *   No GA Signature: They are not beneficiaries but are listed in the GA.
>   *   Task Implementation: They perform crucial, defined tasks  
> within the project.
>   *   Origin: Often from countries not associated with Horizon  
> Europe, like Switzerland (which has its own funding), or entities  
> that opt out of funding.
>   *   Responsibility: The beneficiary linked to the AP (or the whole  
> consortium) ensures their work aligns with the GA, as per  
> https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/strategy/strategy-research-and-innovation/europe-world/international-cooperation/bilateral-cooperation-science-and-technology-agreements-non-eu-countries_en<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/strategy/strategy-research-and-innovation/europe-world/international-cooperation/bilateral-cooperation-science-and-technology-agreements-non-eu-countries_en__;!!D9dNQwwGXtA!R-0DP4uydHXrhewK7GI2TD27PV-t6q61S_LwYtVZsTN720S1RYLT9DIeb3Wdyjnbv2hZk2oyGevQYRj3FtEO5L8lX_U$>.
>
> Why Use This Role?
>
>   *   To bring in crucial expertise or resources not available from  
> funded partners.
>   *   To allow entities from non-associated countries (or those with  
> alternative funding) to contribute meaningfully.
>   *   To provide visibility and collaboration opportunities within  
> the EU's R&I landscape, as noted by  
> https://eufunds.me/what-is-an-associated-partner-in-horizon-europe/<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://eufunds.me/what-is-an-associated-partner-in-horizon-europe/__;!!D9dNQwwGXtA!R-0DP4uydHXrhewK7GI2TD27PV-t6q61S_LwYtVZsTN720S1RYLT9DIeb3Wdyjnbv2hZk2oyGevQYRj3FtEOxPKbrsU$>.
>
> In essence, they're valuable, non-funded contributors whose roles  
> are formalized within the project's legal framework.
>
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