Bavaria–Ukraine Cooperation in Research and Innovation – EU Project Essentials: From Idea to Implementation

What to expect from this three-day webinar series on Bavarian-Ukrainian cooperation

In three coordinated online webinars, BayFOR’s funding experts will provide practical introductory knowledge on the development and implementation of European research and innovation projects. You will learn:

• which EU funding opportunities are suitable for Bavarian-Ukrainian research and innovation cooperation and which European funding programmes are relevant;
• how to develop a compelling EU funding proposal – from analysing a call for proposals and strategic planning to structuring the proposal and applying practical tips for a successful submission;
• how to build a strong international consortium, find suitable project partners, and organise cooperation between academia, industry, municipalities, public-sector stakeholders (e.g. ministries and public authorities) and other relevant stakeholders;
• what matters in EU project management and budget planning – from eligible costs and financial reporting principles to the successful implementation of a European project.

Webinars at a glance

1. EU Project Essentials – Funding Opportunities & Call Analysis

27 October 2026

This webinar provides an overview of relevant call portals and national, European and international funding programmes for Bavarian-Ukrainian research and innovation cooperation. In addition to Horizon Europe, other funding opportunities and programmes such as LIFE and Interreg will be presented.

You will learn how to identify and analyse suitable calls for proposals, correctly assess their requirements, and strategically align your project idea with an appropriate funding opportunity.

2. EU Project Essentials – Consortium Building & Proposal Development

28 October 2026

The second webinar covers the key principles of building an international consortium and jointly developing a project proposal. You will learn what to consider when selecting suitable partners and establishing cooperation between academia, industry and public institutions, as well as how to structure and develop a compelling EU funding proposal.

You will also learn about support services for finding international project partners, including the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) and other relevant partner-search platforms. Practical proposal-writing tips and hands-on insights into the evaluation of European project proposals round off the programme.

3. EU Project Essentials – Project Management & Budget Calculation

29 October 2026

This webinar covers the key fundamentals for the successful management of European research and innovation projects. Participants will gain practical insight into budget calculation for EU projects, eligible costs and fundamental accounting principles. 

The webinar takes into account the different requirements and typical challenges faced by businesses, local authorities, universities and research institutions. Furthermore, participants will learn what is important when it comes to the practical implementation of projects and which pitfalls to avoid.

Looking ahead: Further webinars

The three EU Project Essentials webinars provide the methodological foundation for a broader webinar series on Bavarian-Ukrainian cooperation in research and innovation. The knowledge gained will help participants assess funding opportunities and project ideas, identify suitable cooperation partners, and strategically develop joint projects.

From early 2027 onwards, a stronger emphasis will be placed on specific topics, funding programmes and opportunities for cooperation between Bavaria and Ukraine. Further online information and networking events are planned on environmental and climate issues, energy supply and renewable energy, as well as agriculture and the bioeconomy. An additional webinar will focus on the reconstruction of Ukraine and potential contributions by Bavarian stakeholders.

These events will focus on current and upcoming funding opportunities in the respective thematic areas as well as concrete approaches to joint research and innovation projects. Ukrainian and Bavarian stakeholders from academia and industry – including start-ups, SMEs and industrial companies – will have the opportunity to present project ideas and practical examples in pitch presentations. Expert contributions from Bavarian cooperation partners and breakout sessions will provide additional opportunities for discussion, targeted networking and the initiation of new collaborations.

Who are the events for?

The events are aimed at stakeholders from Bavaria and Ukraine, in particular:

• Universities and research institutions
• Start-ups, SMEs and industrial companies
• Municipalities, ministries, public authorities and other public institutions

The webinars are intended both for participants who would like to gain their first experience with European research and innovation projects and for stakeholders who already have concrete project ideas or cooperation interests and would like to deepen their knowledge of EU-funded projects.

Although the events focus on networking between Bavarian and Ukrainian stakeholders, participants from other countries who are interested in taking part in EU projects and cooperating with partners from Bavaria and Ukraine are also very welcome.

Event dates and times

1. EU Project Essentials – Funding Opportunities & Call Analysis: Tuesday, 27 October 2026
2. EU Project Essentials – Consortium Building & Proposal Development: Wednesday, 28 October 2026
3. EU Project Essentials – Project Management & Budget Calculation: Thursday, 29 October 2026

Each webinar will take place from 10:00 to 12:30 hrs.

Venue

Online (Microsoft Teams).

Participation fee

Participation in the events is free of charge.

Registration

Please register by 20 October 2026 here. Please register for our event using the Latin alphabet (English characters) only, rather than Cyrillic characters. 

The webinars build on one another in terms of content. For a comprehensive introduction to the development and implementation of European research and innovation projects, we therefore recommend attending all three webinars. However, it is also possible to attend individual webinars.

Further information

The preliminary agenda of the webinars will be available soon.

Event language

English

Contact at BayFOR

Dr Gernot Vogt
Scientific Officer
Environment, Energy & Bioeconomy
Phone: +49 89 9901888-142
Email: vogt@no-spam-pleasebayfor.org

Dr Thomas Ammerl
Head of Unit
Environment, Energy & Bioeconomy
Phone: +49 89 9901888-120
Email: ammerl@no-spam-pleasebayfor.org