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EIC board pushes for expanded mission and bigger budget

The European Innovation Council (EIC) Board has released a set of recommendations aimed at elevating Europe’s role as a global leader in deep tech innovation.

MetaHub launches with £19.6 million investment to revolutionise material science with metamaterials

A new research centre at the University of Exeter is set to transform the future of material science with the development of advanced microscopic materials that could power innovations across industries, from computing to food technology.

MISTRAL: High-frequency radio astronomy and space exploration

High-frequency radio astronomy and MISTRAL: Recent breakthroughs in observational astronomy, coupled with rapid advancements in spaceflight technology, are reshaping our understanding of the cosmos and laying the groundwork for an interplanetary future.

Mysterious cosmic object seen flashing in radio waves and X-rays

A team of international astronomers has discovered a mysterious and perplexing cosmic object in our Milky Way galaxy that challenges our current understanding of how stars behave.

UK robotics breakthrough sets hopes for future space-based solar power

A new robotics demonstration by the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) and space technology company Space Solar has taken big steps towards constructing...

MIT researchers develop fuel cell to power electric aviation

Researchers at MIT and their collaborators have marked a major step forward for electric aviation, offering a new energy storage solution that surpasses today’s lithium-ion batteries in energy density.

New funding opportunity for EU-Brazil research collaboration

A new co-funding initiative from the Brazilian National Council of State Funding Agencies (CONFAP) hopes to strengthen research collaboration between Brazil and Europe.

Using atomic motion for quantum breakthrough

A team of physicists at Caltech have discovered a new way to use the natural motion of atoms to store and process quantum information.

Smarter industrial lasers: Machine learning revolutionises industrial metal processing

Industrial laser processes, vital for precise manufacturing, are being revolutionised by machine learning. This innovation promises to simplify complex operations in metal processing, making them more efficient and accessible for various applications, from automotive to medical.

EUDIS Hackathon 2025: Open call for local organisers across EU and Norway

The Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space (DG DEFIS) has officially launched an open call for local organisers for the third edition of the EUDIS Hackathon, set to take place from 17 to 19 October 2025.

AI Factory Antenna: UK introduces new AI partnership with Europe

With hopes of improving collaboration with Europe in artificial intelligence (AI), the UK government has announced a new initiative to unlock cutting-edge innovation, support job creation, and accelerate research in vital sectors such as healthcare and clean energy.

How research informs policy

Dr Martin Lukavec at the London School of Business and Finance, discusses how research informs policy, illustrated by the examples of randomised trials, behavioural economics and economic incentives.

EU and Egypt advance Mediterranean research ties with PRIMA agreement

On 21 May 2025, the European Union and the Arab Republic of Egypt took further steps in their partnership by extending the Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA) agreement.

Could black holes explain ultra-high-energy cosmic rays?

Mysterious, ultra-high-energy cosmic rays have baffled scientists for decades. Now, new research from Norway suggests supermassive black holes and their powerful winds might be the long-sought cosmic accelerators behind these extraordinary particles.

New study finds planets can form even under harsh UV radiation

A team of astronomers led by Penn State has discovered that planet-forming materials can survive and persist even in some of the most extreme environments in our galaxy.

BioNTech’s £1 billion UK investment to drive jobs, growth and medical innovation

BioNTech, the German biopharmaceutical company behind one of the world's first COVID-19 vaccines, has announced a landmark investment of up to £1 billion in the UK over the next decade.

EIT invests €63 million to boost innovation in higher education

The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) has awarded €63 million to support 47 projects to strengthen innovation capacity within European higher education institutions.

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