Bursa GreenChips-EDU pentru tehnologii durabile în semiconductor

Programul Europa digitală

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Aceasta este o bursă pentru studenții la masterat de la Grenoble INP-UGA care se ocupă cu semiconductor durabili și electronică eficientă energetic. Banii acoperă cheltuieli de mobilitate internațională la universități și companii partenere din rețeaua GreenChips-EDU, precum transport, cazare, taxe de publicare științifică și participare la conferințe. Pot aplica studenții cu cetățenie din statele UE sau din țările asociate la Programul Europa digitală, înmatriculați sau care urmează să se înmatriculeze la programele Nanotech ori SEI de la Grenoble INP-UGA sau la un program de dublă diplomă corelat.

Buget total apel

40.000 EUR

Se deschide

15.12.2025

Eligibilitate România

Organizațiile din România pot aplica

Identificator apel

DIGITAL-2022-SKILLS-03-SPECIALISED-EDU

Sursă

Portalul UE pentru finanțări (finanțare în cascadă)

GreenChips-EDU Scholarship1.Purpose of the callThe GreenChips-EDU Project was launched in 2023 with the aim of nurturing talent in sustainable semiconductor technologies across Europe. The project seeks to educate students and researchers, equipping them with the knowledge needed for eco-friendly chip design, energy-efficient manufacturing, and innovative materials for the future of the EU.As part of this initiative, Grenoble INP-UGA is pleased to announce a call for applications for scholarships to support Master’s students enrolled in, or planning to enrol in, relevant study programmes at Grenoble INP-UGA.These scholarships are intended to provide financial support to students participating in academic collaborations through mobility programmes. The goal is to foster international cooperation and enrich the educational experience of students dedicated to advancing sustainable and innovative technologies in the electronics and microelectronics sectors.2. Type of grantsThe eligible expenses outlined in this document must be directly related to international mobility activities carried out at partner institutions participating in the GreenChips-EDU project. These mobility activities may also take place at industrial partner sites, including those that are not formal project partners, provided they align with the project's objectives and offer meaningful academic or professional engagement. In the field of sustainable electronics, for example, the mobility may take the form of professional training, enabling students to gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills within relevant industry settings.GreenChips-EDU university partner institutions include the following;Politecnico di Torino (PoliTo), ItalyTechnische Universität Darmstadt (TUDa), GermanyUniversitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), SpainGraz University of Technology, TU Graz, AustriaUniversidade de Lisboa (ULisboa), PortugalCarinthia University of Applied Sciences (CUAS), AustriaGreenChips-EDU industry, SME and research partners include:INESC ID, PortugalJoanneum Research, AustriaInfineon Technologies Austria, Austria (and global)Končar Inem, CroatiaSilicongate LDA, PortugalAedvices Consulting, FranceRUSZ, AustriaBusiness Konsens OG, AustriaThis funding call offers distinct types of grants. While students are permitted to apply for multiple grants, the total amount awarded to any individual must not exceed €5,000 regardless of the maximum limit assigned to each grant type. Financial aid may be provided in the form of reimbursement and/or a fixed amount granted in advance provided supporting documents are submitted.The total funding available is €40,000Only activities in related fields that end before 30 September 2027 are considered eligible.Applications must be submitted by the following deadlines:· 15 February 2026 23:59 (Brussels time)· 1 July 2026 23:59 (Brussels time)· 14 February 2027 23:59 (Brussels time)· 1 June 2027 23:59 (Brussels time)2.1. Coverage for internship feesThe grant will reimburse the beneficiary for the actual costs incurred, provided supporting documents are presented.Scope of coverage:· Transportation to and from the mobility destination.· Living accommodation (rent).2.2. Contribution to the costs of short-term mobility stays related to the Master's DegreeThis grant type covers short-term mobility expenses that are not funded by the Erasmus+ Programme. Participation in Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs) is specifically excluded.Scope of Coverage: The mobility period must typically be less than two months. The proposed activity must fall under one of the following eligible categories:· Participation in international events, such as summer schools, workshops, or conferences.· Courses beyond those offered by the partners, such as specialization courses, introductory training related to topics addressed in the Master’s thesis, or similar initiatives in the GreenChips-EDU thematic areas.· Micro-credentials are also eligible for funding under the scholarship programme.· Completion of a Master’s thesis at a foreign institution that is part of the GreenChips-EDU network.· Professional training or internships at companies aligned with the GreenChips-EDU project.Interactive formats offered by the GreenChips-EDU project can be found here: https://www.tugraz.at/projekte/greenchips-edu/news-events/event-calendarPlease find internship opportunities by the GreenChips-EDU project here: https://www.tugraz.at/projekte/greenchips-edu/student-opportunities/internship-offersCovered Expenses:Transport and accommodations.2.3. Contribution to the expenses of long-term mobility stays related to the Master's DegreeThis grant type provides additional financial support to ease the financial burden on students participating in long-term mobility programmes, particularly in double degree programmes.Scope of Coverage:The GreenChips-EDU programme may cover days that exceed the maximum Erasmus+ funded duration (e.g., a 6-month stay with only 5 months of Erasmus+ support).For students enrolled in a double degree programme, GreenChips-EDU may provide living support during the first year of the programme while the students are at Grenoble INP-UGA .Covered Expenses: Transport and accommodation.2.4. Contribution to expenses for scientific achievements during the mobility stayThis grant type supports research activities carried out by Master’s students working on their final projects, ideally during a period of mobility, which lead to a scientific publication aligned with GreenChips-EDU topics. All expenses must be incurred before 30 September 2027.Scope of Coverage:Scientific Publication Fees:Up to €1,000 for full open-access publication in Q1 or Q2 journals.Up to €500 for full open-access publication in Q3 or Q4 journals.Presentation Materials:Up to €100 for preparing posters for scientific congresses.High-Level Conference Attendance:Up to €1,500 for registration, travel and accommodation.3. Who can apply for this grant?3.1 Applicants criteriaTo be eligible for the grant, applicants must meet all of the following conditions:The student/applicant must be enrolled in an appropriate programme of study at Grenoble INP-UGA (Nanotech or SEI) or be pursuing a double degree programme that correlates with the project topics. They must also have applied for admission for the 2025/26 academic year or later.The applicant must hold the nationality of:EU Member States or countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme (e.g., countries in the European Economic Area - EEA: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway - and other nations that have signed association agreements, including those from the Western Balkans and Eastern Europe: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey, and Ukraine).4. Submission of applications4.1 Application method and documentation Applications can be submitted from the day after the scholarship call is published. Submissions will be accepted within the designated deadline (see deadlines or at the latest, until 1 June, 2027).Applications must be submitted to the designated office at Grenoble INP-UGA. For applications or enquiries, please email [email protected] will be examined and evaluated by a committee comprising Panagiota MORFOULI, Clemens WINKELMANN, Cyrille CHAVET and Laurent MONTES.The following documentation must be attached to the application form:Cover Letter (Form A):· Please submit a cover letter including the following: A brief introduction of yourself, highlighting your academic background / merits and current field of study. A description of your personal, social, economic, and professional circumstances, as well as your academic performance, that may be relevant to your scholarship application. If possible, please outline your future academic and career plans, including the field in which you wish to further pursue your academic studies.Type of Grant (Form B) (see checklist below):· Indicate the type(s) of grant you are applying for. Multiple selections are allowed if you are applying for more than one type.Academic Grade Documentation:· Please provide a document stating the average grade of your completed Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a field with a strong relevance to the objectives of the GreenChips-EDU project. (See Section 3.1)The selection committee will check the average grades of all students on the same degree programme over the past year and use them as part of the selection criteria.Documentary accreditation:Applicants are responsible for providing supporting documentation for the situations described in the previous point, which are likely to refer to eligibility criteria or merit-based considerations. This includes:· Documentation required for GPA and academic meritsYou should provide the following:o Official academic transcripts from your institution(s);o Degree certificates or diplomas; o GPA certification or a document explaining the grading scale (especially if it is not standard);o Letters of recommendation (if applicable);o Documentation for social and economic circumstances.You may need to submit the following:o Proof of income (e.g., tax returns, salary slips, or income certificates);o Family income statements or affidavits;o Social security or welfare documentation;o Proof of residence in a disadvantaged area (if relevant);o Medical or disability certificates (if applicable);o Any official documentation supporting claims of economic hardship or social disadvantage.· Accreditation of Mobility PlacementApplicants must provide:o Proof that they have secured a mobility placement in one of the destinations approved by the call. If this has not yet been confirmed, they must provide a document signed by the Head of Studies of their institution and the Deputy Director of International Relations, endorsing the application.This document must clearly state the destination of the mobility placement and the estimated length of time that the student will be abroad.· Justification for Grants Type 2.2, Short-term mobility staysApplicants must submit a document justifying the relevance and benefits of the specialized training. This document must include the following:o The name and description of the course or activity;o Its purpose;o The organizing institution;o The location where the training takes place;o Course registration confirmation or payment confirmation (if applicable).· Documentation for Grants Type 2.4, Scientific AchievementApplicants must provide:o A copy of the publication or poster related to the grant application;o The complete reference number of the place of publication;o All documentation to verify the publication-related expenses. 5. Selection criteriaThe selection committee will evaluate the applications, considering the academic merit of the candidates, as well as gender and socioeconomic inequalities in the field of electronic engineering.Each application will be assigned a score based on a 20-points evaluation system structured into six blocks:5.1. (10 points) Academic performance (r1)Academic performance will be measured in terms of the average grade (g) obtained for a completed Bachelor's or Master's Degree in electronic engineering or a subject directly connected to, or of special relevance to, the objectives of the GreenChips-EDU project.This will be calculated by comparing the applicant’s average grade (g) with the average grade (gavg) obtained by all students who completed the same Degree the previous year.Additional considerations:Applicants are solely responsible for providing their grade point average (GPA). If the selection committee does not have this data, the application will receive 0 points in this section.This information must be certified by the institution where the Degree was obtained.5.2. (2 points) Additional academic merits (r2)This section considers academic merits that go beyond academic performance. Specifically:(+1 point) If the student has received training in the field of sustainability or green electronics.(+1 point) If the student has developed projects related to electronics beyond what was required to obtain the academic degrees. The above concepts are considered independently, with r2 being the sum of all those that the student fulfills, in accordance with the provide documentation.5.3. (2 points) Additional academic merits (r2)The applicant's work experience in the field of electronic engineering will be valued. Depending on the number of accredited hours, the applicant will receive: (0.5 point) Between 100 hours and 500 hours. (1 points) Between 500 hours and 900 hours. (1.5 points) Between 900 hours and 1800 hours. (2 points) For more than 1800 hours.Applications that demonstrate relevant work experience in the field of sustainability or green electronics will receive an additional point.5.3. (2 points) Positive gender discrimination (r2)Two points will be awarded to female applicants, as a form of positive discrimination to improve the representation of women on the Bachelor’s or Master's Degree programme.5.4. (2 points) Situation of vulnerability (r3)The applicant may receive two points if they can prove that they are experiencing socioeconomic vulnerability. This accreditation may be based on grants that have already awarded and take this condition into account.5.5. (2 point) Motivation and alignment with the call (r4)The student's motivation and how well the application aligns with the objectives of the call will be valued at one point.Resolution of applicationsApplications will be assessed by a selection committee.The result will be announced electronically to all candidates.Form A: Cover LetterPlease write a brief introduction to yourself, highlighting your academic background / merits and your current field of study. Describe your personal, social, economic, and professional circumstances, as well as your academic performance, in detail, bearing in mind what may be relevant to your scholarship application. If possible, please outline your future academic and career plans, including the field in which you wish to further pursue your academic studies + interest in sustainabilityForm B: Application of Grant (Checklist)All applicants must submitð Form Að Documentation required for GPA and academic merits (bulletin première année)ð Documentation for social and economic circumstances (impot parents)ð Details of all scholarship funding currently being receivedName:Duration:Coverage for internship feesPlease indicate the Master’s programme you are enrolled in and specify the internship for which you are applying for tuition support. Attach proof of your mobility placement.Master’s Programme:Destination:Duration:Attach Proof of your Mobility: ð Yes ð NoContribution to the costs of short-term mobility stays related to the Master's DegreePlease state the destination and duration of your visit, along with the purpose of the trip.Destination:Duration:Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs) ð Yes ð NoErasmus+: ð Yes ð NoDuration of Erasmus+Purpose of your visit:Contribution to the expenses of long-term mobility stays related to the Master's DegreeAccreditation of Mobility Placement: ð Yes ð NoDestination and duration of your stay:Erasmus+: ð Yes ð NoDuration of Erasmus+:Contribution to expenses for scientific achievements during the mobility staySubmit the payment receipt along with explanations for the applicable items below.· A copy of the publication or poster related to the grant application;· The complete reference number of the place of publication;· All documentation to verify the expenses related to the publication;· Payment receipt.

DisclaimerThis call (as well as the financial support that will be provided through it) is NOT an EU action. This call is launched solely by G INP-UGA. The financial support to the selected successful applicants will be provided directly by G INP-UGA in its own name and under its own responsibility. G INP-UGA’s own responsibility includes the preparation and drafting of this call as well as the selection of successful applicants that will receive the said financial support. The publication of this call in the EU Funding & Tenders Portal is made solely for information purposes with the aim to increase the visibility of this call to the general public, including to potential applicants (i.e., students). The said publication shall not be construed as direct or indirect approval of the content and conditions of this call by the relevant EU authorities or as any form of waiver from the above-described responsibility of G INP-UGA.

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