Call for: Expression of Interest Food Processing Policy Implementation Network
We are pleased launch the new joint funding activity the Knowledge Hub call on ‘Establishing the link between food processing, human health, and sustainable food systems’. The aim of the call is to establish a transnational, multidisciplinary network to provide recommendations for policy and practice.
The HDHL Knowledge Hub Call 2026 entitled “Food Processing Policy Implementation Network”, is implemented under the Horizon Europe Coordination and Support Action HDHL Food4Health. This Knowledge Hub will bring together leading researchers from different disciplines – including food science, nutrition, public health, behavioural science, environmental science, and economics – to develop a shared knowledge base and provide guidance for policy, research, and innovation.
Process and Deadline
The Knowledge hub call will consist of a two-stage submission: an Expression of Interest stage, (step 1) followed by a procedure that includes joining a networking and co-creation meeting (strongly recommended) to develop a joint full proposal (step 2). The deadline for the submission of the Expression of Interest is the 5th of February 2026 (14.00h CET) using the submission system of ZonMw (My ZonMw).
Funding
Currently, 3 funding agencies from Germany, Ireland, and Romania support this call, meaning that only researchers based in these countries are eligible for funding. In addition, research institutes from Belgium and Lithuania expressed its willingness to participate in kind. Researchers or research groups from other countries are also strongly encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest, on the condition that they are able to provide their own in-kind resources.
Disclaimer
Please note, the submission system will only open on the 12th of January 2026. However, the template and requested information is available in the ‘Guideline for Applicants (Expression of Interest)’.
More information is available on the call page.