EU-Funded CodeSupply Offers Grants for Open Source Software Supply Chain R&D
Software supply chain, security and compliance tools all depend on accurate information about the packages they analyze, but that data is often fragmented across multiple sources and can be difficult to access or use consistently. A new European Union-funded initiative called CodeSupply, coordinated by the NLnet Foundation, is making €400,000 in grants available for open […]
The European Union has launched a €400,000 grant program called CodeSupply to support open source software research and development projects focused on improving the security, metadata, and interoperability of software supply chains. The initiative, coordinated by the NLnet Foundation, is part of the European Commission's Open Internet Stack effort to develop open, secure, and reusable technologies for digital infrastructure.
CodeSupply is open to small to medium-sized research and development projects working on new or existing technologies that contribute to the goals of software supply chain security, metadata, cybersecurity, open source license compliance, and the reliability of the open internet. Eligible activities include scientific research, software engineering, security audits, formal security proofs, technical validation, documentation, standardization, open source hardware development, usability improvements, technical event participation, project management, and essential infrastructure costs.
One of CodeSupply's primary objectives is to publish current, correct, and comprehensive software metadata, which can help users understand and manage software components, dependencies, licensing information, and security-related data. Proposals should demonstrate how the proposed work contributes to open source development and directly aligns with CodeSupply's objectives.
Applicants must submit proposals in English, clearly outline the problem being addressed, describe the technical work, and explain its expected impact. Proposals must also have a clear European dimension. After an initial screening, proposals will be evaluated based on technical feasibility, relevance, potential impact, and value for money. The call for proposals is open until November 3, with eligible projects receiving funding between €5,000 and €50,000.
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