Open Call 1 (Closed)
CALLING ON RESEARCHERS AND COMPANIES INNOVATING IN THE AI AND MEDIA SECTORS
AI4Media's 1st Open Call ran from 1 September 2021 to 1 December 2021 (17h00, CET).
This was a great opportunity to deliver innovation in the AI and media sectors, with the support of up to €50.000 per project.
Stay tuned for the second edition!
For any questions or clarifications contact us at opencall@ai4media.iti.gr
OPEN CALL OVERVIEW
The Open Call aims to engage entrepreneurs, companies (e.g., SMEs, mid-caps) and researchers that regularly develop and integrate applied research in the field of AI, to develop new research and applications for AI, and contribute to the enrichment of the available pool of research and technological tools.
The 1st Open Call targeted two types of projects, divided into tracks:
Track #1: RESEARCH
Targets academia and researchers working in AI/ media to increase the value of the AI4Media ecosystem by developing and integrating new research in AI media domains.
Projects funded under the Research track will run for 12 months and receive up to €50.000 each.
Track #2: APPLICATION
Targets entrepreneurs, and companies (micro-SMEs, SMEs, mid-caps) to develop innovative AI applications for the media sector by building on the research coming out of AI4Media or by adopting AI solutions from other sectors to the media sector.
Projects funded under the Application track will run for 9 months and receive up to €50.000 each.
Through this open call, 10 projects were selected (5 from each track) which have addressed one of the following research or application-driven challenges.
Research challenges
C1-Rt. Bio-inspired deep learning
C2-Rt. Human-centred interactive explainable AI
C3-Rt. Combining deep learning-based computer vision and classic path-planning/ control for autonomous UAC cinematography tasks
C4-Rt. Innovative solutions for fake news detection in line with fundamental rights and the developing EU regulations
Application challenges
C5-At. Evidence Collection in Digital Media Authentication
C6-At. Navigating multi perspectivity in media heritage collections
C7-At. Leveraging the power of media archives through Artificial Intelligence
*Check the documentation for full details on the challenges
Depending on the track to which a proposal has been submitted, awarded projects will be implemented over a period of 9 (Application) or 12 (Research) months, divided into 3 sprints. Interim evaluations will be carried out at the end of each sprint.
| WHAT IS THE OFFER? |  Financial support Equity-free funding of up to €50.000 per project. |  Market-driven services Dedicated boot camps and online events to support market take-up of developed applications. |
 Business support Business support to promote SME’s innovations and demonstrate technologies to cluster organisations and media stakeholders. |  Research coaching Research-focused projects will be allocated a coach to support the promotion of the research developed and integration into the AI4Media network |  Visibility and promotion Major visibility, promotion and networking opportunities are offered as part of the AI4Media project and related networks. |
HOW TO APPLY?
The AI4Media – Open Call #1 was managed using the F6S platform.
The deadline for submitting proposal to the open call#1 was 1 December 2021 at 17h00 CET (Brussels time).
Follow our social media channels for information on the planned open call webinars to learn more about the funding programme and the application process.
OPEN CALL AND FUNDING PROGRAMME TIMELINE
Submissions to the AI4Media – Open Call #1 ran from 1 September 2021 to 1 December 2021 (17h00 CET, Brussels time). The dates for the different phases are presented below but are subject to change if any modifications occur in the project’s schedule.
SUPPORT MATERIAL AND DOCUMENTATION TO APPLY
To submit your proposal to Open Call#1, it was recommended to read all the relevant documentation.
>> AI4Media Open Call Text
General information about the project, the open call objectives, and challenges to be addressed.
>> AI4Media Open Call Guidelines for Applicants
Information about the open call, rules for participation, the evaluation process, funding scheme and general information on how to prepare and submit a proposal.
>> AI4Media Open Call Proposal form
Proposal form on the F6S platform, mainly for administrative information. Applicants must be registered on F6S to submit a proposal.
>> Technical Proposal – template
Template with the guidelines on the sections and information that must be included in the proposal. This annexe is mandatory and must be submitted with the proposal.
>> Sub-grant Agreement – template*
This is the indicative sub-grant agreement to be signed by the selected applicants, identifying their rights and responsibilities.
* For reference only
>> Declaration of Honour
Mandatory annex that must be provided by all applicants, declaring that all conditions are accepted by the representative. Please, confirm your download and provide with your proposal the correct annex.
>> SME Declaration form
Mandatory annex that must be filled and provided by all SME applicants, which evaluates the status of the SMEs.
>> Bank Account Information*
This is the template that will collect information about the back to which payments will be made.
* For reference only
AI4Media Open Call #1 ran from 1 September 2021 to 1 December 2021.
A new edition will be launched soon. Stay tuned!
For any questions or clarifications contact us at opencall@ai4media.iti.gr