The seven projects under this stream follow an evolutionary path towards the development of 6G networks. The selected projects demonstrate complementarity and have been selected in such a way as to create a complete system view. Research topics covered include energy efficient radio networks, adaptive Open RAN, integrated 5G-Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), AI-based edge platforms, and intelligent resource management ensuring security, privacy & trustworthiness.

The focus of Stream B is on novel technologies that are expected to be adopted in commercial networks within a mid- and/or long-term timeframe. Research topics considered in the 19 retained projects include, inter alia, novel 6G system architectures, advanced wireless and optical communication technologies, advances in Non-Terrestrial Networks, secure development of URLLC applications.

The three projects in stream C aim to develop EU-wide experimentation platforms that can incorporate promising technical 6G enablers for their further validation. Key aspects for the projects are the reusability and ability to evolve of the experimental platforms over the lifetime of the SNS programme. Accessibility and openness with well-defined and clearly documented technological and business interfaces are also considered key assets of the infrastructures to be developed.

Four projects are implementing large-scale SNS trials and pilots with specific verticals of high economic and societal importance. The aim is to explore and demonstrate 5G/6G technologies, advanced applications and services in vertical sectors such as energy, construction, automotive, manufacturing, eHealth, culture, and media.

The stream B covers research for revolutionary technology advancements, in preparation for 6G and revolutionary advancements for IoT, devices and software. The stream targets low to medium Technology Readiness Level in WP2023, with the objective of delivering innovative solutions towards real life networks, in a long-term time-period. It also includes targeted international cooperation with the USA centred on Artificial Intelligence.

The stream C focuses on SNS system Enablers and PoCs with a target to further develop and consolidate Europe wide experimental infrastructure(s), in support of the various phases of the SNS. Federation of EU platforms is also targeted with capabilities to extend to non SNS test platforms, either at national level or with third countries. SUNRISE-6G is the SNS Call 2 flagship project in this field.

The stream D targets large-scale SNS Trials and Pilots with Verticals, including the required infrastructure. Projects are expected to explore and demonstrate technologies and advanced applications and services for the vertical domains focusing on two priorities less covered in the previous call, namely i) automotive and ii) Health, Smart Cities, Farming or Education.

This stream focuses on SNS Enablers and Proof of Concepts (PoCs) used to further develop and consolidate experimental infrastructure(s), supporting the various phases of the SNS Partnership. Stream C developments in WP 2024 will mainly focus on integrating microelectronics and photonics, developed by related partnerships, in 6G experimental infrastructures.