BIOCOSPHERE Project

Led by the Bordeaux School of Economics, in partnership with Sciences Po Bordeaux, CNRS, and INRAE, this project analyzes the interdependence between the environmental, economic, and social spheres in the transition to a circular bioeconomy. By combining social sciences and economic modeling, it aims to identify the factors that influence the development of the circular bioeconomy, such as the availability of biomass and tensions surrounding its uses.
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GOPARTBIOECO

Led by the University of Lorraine, in partnership with CNAM, the GOPARTBIOECO project is experimenting with a novel participatory governance model, bringing together citizens, researchers, and businesses. The aim is to propose a methodology for including citizens in the governance of research programs, in order to strengthen the legitimacy, accountability, and societal impact of the bioeconomy, both at the regional and national levels.
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PANGOLIN

Led by INRAE, this project studies the perception and acceptance of bio-based products by consumers. It will be based on surveys of end consumers, testing several concrete cases (paints, solvents, cleaners, etc.) produced by two types of processes: conventional fermentation and innovative bioelectrochemical technologies. By shedding light on the barriers and drivers related to the adoption of these innovations, this project will help guide strategies for the dissemination of bio-based products and support their integration into the bioeconomy
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These projects are in addition to the HEARTS project, winner of the 2024 call for projects, which combines philosophical, ethical, societal, and regulatory approaches for the responsible use of biotechnologies. It supports researchers in the program in addressing societal issues related to the modification of living microorganisms.

The program's “Humanities and Social Sciences, Bioeconomy” research area thus contributes to a deeper understanding of the social and economic transformations linked to the bioeconomy.

IMPORTANT: The latest call for expressions of interest in the humanities and social sciences is open continuously until December 2026, with a project completion deadline of early 2030.
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