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NASA invited the media to their Artemis II crewed Moon mission launch

NASA is preparing to open a new chapter in human space exploration, and media from around the globe are being invited to witness the launch of the Artemis II mission, which is the first crewed flight test under the agency's campaign to return humans to the Moon.

Portugal and the European Commission advance research and innovation reforms

Portugal and the European Commission have taken further steps in strengthening their cooperation on research and innovation, following up on the launch of their Enhanced Dialogue earlier this year.

Science reaches new heights at the Pic du Midi de Bigorre with EU support

The Pic du Midi de Bigorre has long been a landmark of European scientific exploration, situated above the French Pyrenees.

Sentinel-6B satellite set for launch to track rising seas

Preparations are almost complete in California for the launch of Sentinel-6B, the latest satellite in Europe’s Copernicus Earth observation programme.

European space sector policy focus

Explore the initiatives of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space in the European space sector.

Skeleton Technologies opens Finland’s SuperBattery factory to power Europe’s AI future

Skeleton Technologies, Europe's leading innovator in high-power energy storage, has officially opened its new SuperBattery factory in Varkaus, Finland.

Expedition 73 crew focuses on deep space health and essential systems

The Expedition 73 crew aboard the ISS dedicated Thursday (13th November 2025) to critical medical research on blood circulation in microgravity and essential spacesuit maintenance. These efforts, combined with installing a new life support system, directly support future deep-space missions to the Moon and Mars.

The European Commission is looking for feedback on a new charter

The European Commission has opened a public consultation to gain feedback on the Charter of Access for Industrial Users to Research and Technology Infrastructures.

The UK and the Netherlands join to improve industries for the future through Innovation Partnership

The UK and the Netherlands have improved their science and technology ties with an Innovation Partnership. The Innovation Partnership will accelerate progress in artificial intelligence (AI), quantum technologies, and semiconductors.

The UK improves targeted science collaboration with China

The UK is increasing its efforts to build a balanced and secure science partnership with China, with Science Minister Lord Vallance leading a high-level delegation to Beijing to explore new areas of cooperation.

The oceanic mantle: Continental peels fuel ocean volcanoes

New research reveals continents "peel" from below, feeding enriched material into the oceanic mantle. This process, driven by slow mantle waves, explains why distant ocean volcanoes contain continental chemical signatures, solving a long-standing geological puzzle.

Third EU Joint Committee meeting strengthens future cooperation

On 6 November 2025, Brussels hosted the third EU Kosovo Horizon Europe Joint Research and Innovation Committee meeting, marking another milestone in the growing scientific and innovation partnership between the European Union and Kosovo under the Horizon Europe Programme.

Committee on Earth Observation Satellites: UK wraps up transformative year as CEOS

The United Kingdom has concluded its year-long leadership of the Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS), marking a significant milestone in international collaboration for...

Understanding the science projects receiving the synergy grants 2025

Sixty-six research teams, comprising 239 scientists from around the globe, will receive a total of €684 million in Synergy Grants 2025 from the European Research Council (ERC).

UK invests £14 million to accelerate quantum technology for health, defence and infrastructure

The UK government has launched a new funding worth over £14 million to drive forward real-world applications of quantum technology.

DOE invests $625 million to advance U.S leadership in quantum science

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a $625 million investment to renew its five National Quantum Information Science (QIS) Research Centres.

ERC Synergy grant boosts global scientific collaboration

The European Research Council (ERC) has announced the results of its latest Synergy Grant competition, awarding €684 million to 66 international research teams.

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