Other thematic programmes of relevance to societal challenges are funded through the BMVIT w'hich supports R&D e .g. At the European level the strength of Austrian research on societal challenges can be seen in a sound performance in the participation in Horizon 2020. This is mirrored by a rather small share of allocations directed towards specific socio-economic objectives (which include defence, health, etc.). Total GBARD per capita in Austria is considerably above the EU average.