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EIT launches new education initiative to close Europe’s skills gap

The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) has announced a series of ambitious new education and skills initiatives aimed at closing the skills gap across Europe and boosting the continent’s innovation capacity.

EIT approves €978 million funding allocation to boost innovation and skills across Europe

The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) has announced a funding package of €978 million for the period 2026–2028.

Molecular coating boosts single-photon purity in tungsten diselenide

Northwestern University researchers develop a molecular coating for tungsten diselenide, boosting single-photon emission purity by 87%, advancing quantum technology reliability.

Rocket-hardened essential bacteria: Key to surviving the journey to Mars

A world-first study proves microbes essential for human health can survive the extreme forces of a space rocket launch and re-entry unharmed. This finding by RMIT University is a major step toward sustaining life on long-duration missions to Mars.

Milli-Hertz frontier: Compact detectors find gravitational wave ‘blind spot’

Scientists from the Universities of Birmingham and Sussex have unveiled a compact, ground-based detector that uses atomic clock technology to detect gravitational waves in the previously inaccessible milli-Hertz frequency band, opening a new cosmic frontier.

NASA and global partners strengthen their commitment to Artemis Accords at International Space Congress

At the 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) held in Sydney, Australia, NASA and international space leaders reaffirmed their dedication to the Artemis Accords.

Munich, Paris and Madrid lead the EU’s digital innovation landscape

A new EU study shows the strategic regions for research, innovation and startups in the digital sector.

€22.5 million “Choose Europe for Science” call hopes to transform research careers

A new initiative under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) is now open to applications, offering €22.5 million in funding to support long-term research careers in Europe.

€141 million boosts 36 new research projects for a safer Europe

The European Union is investing over €141 million into 36 innovative research projects.

Molecular Hydrogen (H2): An effective antioxidant

H2 has a rich history dating back to its discovery in the 18th century. Research on its biological safety lagged until a 2007 study revealed its antioxidant effects, particularly its ability to neutralise harmful hydroxyl radicals. Alexander Nenov discusses H2’s potential as a tool to support overall wellbeing.

Europe and Latin America launch a new era of research and innovation cooperation

Representatives from the European Union and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) have adopted a Ministerial Declaration and a New Agenda for Cooperation in Research and Innovation.

UK technology launches into space on NASA’s IMAP mission

A British-built space instrument has officially launched aboard NASA’s Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) mission.

Record-breaking number of proposals submitted for EIC transition 2025 call

The European Innovation Council (EIC) has received 611 proposals for its latest EIC Transition call, marking the highest number in the program's history.

The importance of palaeontology, Earth history, and science

The Society of Vertebrate Paleontology discusses the significance of paleontology, Earth history and science in this insightful opinion piece.

NASA-ISRO NISAR satellite sends back first images of Earth

The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite has captured and transmitted its first images of Earth, which show the science and monitoring capabilities this mission will deliver soon.

Final days to shape the future European Innovation Act

As the European Union seeks to strengthen innovation across the continent, the European Commission is inviting businesses, researchers, policymakers, and citizens to share their views on the upcoming European Innovation Act.

Astronomers discover bridge of neutral hydrogen gas linking dwarf galaxies

Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery: a colossal 185,000 light-year-long bridge of neutral hydrogen gas linking two dwarf galaxies, NGC 4532 and DDO 137. A vast 1.6 million light-year tail accompanies it, making it the longest ever observed.

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