Networks
Strategic Alliances
Networks and Partnerships Through Strategic EU Alliances
Strategic EU Networks for Research Excellence and Sustainable Knowledge and Technology Transfer
Networks and strategic partnerships in the field of research and innovation are essential for remaining competitive and sustainable both across Europe and globally. Research and development require ideas, resources, and targeted support—particularly in the form of grants. DIL Netzwerke plays a key role in this area, with a focus on the EU and Europe: We secure grants and build networks, collaborations, and alliances, which we actively expand and maintain.
In this way, we strengthen scientific expertise and excellence and facilitate the transfer of knowledge and technology. DIL Networks covers a broad range of responsibilities and works closely with the other scientific departments at DIL. We foster strategic European alliances and partnerships through established initiatives in which we actively participate or provide advisory support.
Successful networks derive their impact from the inspiring dynamic of people, topics, and ideas.
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Start-up support at DIL combines expertise, networking, and assistance to foster successful spin-offs in Europe
The DIL Innovation Hub serves as a hub for networking and supporting startups in the food sector. Here, we support and strengthen spin-offs across Europe, drawing on the full range of expertise that DIL provides for this purpose. The transformation of our food systems also requires high-performing new networks and partnerships.
It can only succeed through interdisciplinary collaboration, the integration of different disciplines, and the involvement of a diverse range of stakeholders from academia and the professional world. Ongoing research activities in the field of food system science are conducted by the Networks Division.
Our EU Project Services
- Initiating, designing, and developing European research proposals as a coordinator or partner
- Supplementing scientific research questions with implementation strategies, impact analyses, and legal and financial frameworks
- Selection and Use of Appropriate EU Funding Programs for Research, Development, and Innovation
- Proposal Submission and Project Development in Programs Such as Horizon Europe, EIT Food, PRIMA, Interreg, ERA Networks, and European Partnerships
- Assuming the role of project coordinator in EU projects
- Administrative and organizational support for researchers in project management
Current Research Projects
| Projektbezeichnung | Projekttitel | Projektende |
|---|---|---|
| legumES | Aufwertung und Ausgleich der Ökosystemleistungen von Leguminosen und Leguminosen-basierten Anbausystemen | 01.12.2027 |
| CIPROMED | Zirkuläre und integrative Nutzung alternativer Proteine in den mediterranen Wertschöpfungsketten | 01.04.2026 |
| RADIANT | Aufbau dynamischer Wertschöpfungsketten für unzureichend genutzte Kulturpflanzen | 01.08.2025 |
| FOSTER | Förderung der Umgestaltung des Lebensmittelsystems durch die Einbindung heterogener Sichtweisen auf Wissen und Innovation im Europäischen Forschungsraum (EFR) | 01.10.2026 |
| GIANT LEAPS | Beseitigung von Lücken bei Sicherheits-, Nährwert-, Allergenitäts- und Umweltbewertungen zur Förderung der alternativen Proteinnutzung und Ernährungsumstellung | 01.09.2026 |
| ADVAGROMED | ADVanced AGROecological approaches based on the integration of insect farming with local field practices in MEDiterranean countries | 01.08.2025 |
| FOODTECIP | Innovative Lebensmittelwissenschaft als Chance für Niedersachsen: Mit effizientem Patentwesen zum Wettbewerbsvorteil für die Ernährungsindustrie | 01.12.2028 |
| FOODTECIP | Innovative Food Science as an Opportunity for Lower Saxony: Using an Efficient Patent System to Gain a Competitive Advantage for the Food Industry | 01.12.2028 |
| ADVAGROMED | ADVanced AGROecological Approaches Based on the Integration of Insect Farming with Local Field Practices in Mediterranean Countries | 01.08.2025 |
| GIANT LEAPS | Addressing gaps in safety, nutritional, allergenicity, and environmental assessments to promote the use of alternative proteins and dietary shifts | 01.09.2026 |
| FOSTER | Promoting the Transformation of the Food System by Integrating Diverse Perspectives on Knowledge and Innovation in the European Research Area (ERA) | 01.10.2026 |
| legumES | Valuation and Compensation for Ecosystem Services Provided by Legumes and Legume-Based Cropping Systems | 01.12.2027 |
| RADIANT | Building Dynamic Value Chains for Underutilized Crops | 01.08.2025 |
| CIPROMED | Circular and Integrative Use of Alternative Proteins in Mediterranean Value Chains | 01.04.2026 |
