Our services for promoting research and innovation

Updated on 2 September 2026

The Bavarian Research Alliance (BayFOR) supports universities, research institutions, businesses – in particular SMEs and start-ups – as well as other Bavarian stakeholders in securing European and international funding for research and innovation.

Our advisory and support services guide our target groups through the entire funding process: from funding advice and the identification of suitable EU funding programmes, through partner search and application submission, to project management and communication within EU projects. A particular focus is placed on the EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation, Horizon Europe, and other European funding programmes.

In addition, we provide support with international networking, advise small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) on European funding and financing opportunities, and assist Bavarian stakeholders in establishing international research and innovation collaborations.

Discover BayFOR’s range of services for your research or innovation project

Advisory services on EU funding programmes

Our scientific officers advise you on suitable EU funding programmes and calls for research and innovation projects. A particular focus is on Horizon Europe. We also provide information on other European, national and international funding opportunities for your research or innovation project.
EU funding application support

We support you in developing competitive EU funding proposals – from shaping the project idea and consortium structure to presenting your research and innovation project convincingly. Our support is tailored to the requirements and evaluation criteria of the relevant EU funding programme and call for proposals.
Project partner search

Are you looking for suitable international partners for your research or innovation project? Through our European and international networks, we support universities, research institutions, companies and SMEs in finding suitable partners and building international project consortia.
SME Advisory Services

The SME Advisory Services at BayFOR advises small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups in Bavaria on EU funding and financing opportunities for research and innovation. We help you identify suitable programmes – including Horizon Europe and the European Innovation Council (EIC) – and support you on the path towards a successful proposal.
Representation of interests

The BayFOR Brussels Office strengthens the visibility of Bavarian stakeholders at European level and connects them with relevant partners and institutions. BayFOR also monitors developments in European research and innovation policy and helps bring Bavarian interests and expertise into European networks.
Project management

BayFOR supports research and innovation projects with administrative and organisational tasks. As a project partner, we can take on responsibilities in the management of EU-funded projects, including coordination, reporting and collaboration within international consortia.
Public relations

As a project partner, BayFOR supports EU-funded research and innovation projects with communication and dissemination activities. We develop targeted communication measures and help increase the visibility and impact of project results at regional, national and European level.
Conflict management in projects

International research and innovation projects bring together organisations with different interests, structures and working methods. In the event of conflicts, Bavarian project stakeholders can draw on BayFOR's experience in conflict management within international project consortia to develop sustainable solutions.