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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.

ERC grantee Christophe Salomon wins 2025 Balzan Prize for work in atomic clock

Christophe Salomon, a physicist and recipient of a European Research Council (ERC) grant, has been awarded the 2025 Balzan Prize for his research on ultra-cold atoms and the development of next-generation atomic clocks.

Galileo OSNMA: Europe strengthens satellite navigation security

Satellite navigation is slowly becoming an essential part of daily life. As our dependence on the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology deepens, so does the need to protect it.

Oxford researchers win ERC Starting Grants to tackle global challenges

Eleven early-career researchers at the University of Oxford have been awarded highly competitive European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grants, each valued at €1.5 million over a period of five years.

Humanities funding in North America

Explore the positive initiatives of the National Endowment for the Humanities, along with concerns about potential staff and grant program cuts, and the possibility of rescinding previously awarded grants.

New plasma propulsion system could clear space debris without touching it

Defunct satellites, old rocket parts, and thousands of fragments from past missions are rapidly filling Earth's orbit.

EU Commission finalise €2 trillion budget plan for 2028-2034

The European Commission has presented its proposal for the next long-term EU budget, covering the period from 2028 to 2034.

ERC awards €761 million to support the next generation of European scientists

The European Research Council (ERC) has announced the recipients of its highly competitive 2025 Starting Grants, awarding a total of €761 million to support 478 early-career researchers across Europe.

Europe’s deep tech renaissance closes Silicon Valley’s innovation gap

Ion Hauer, Principal at APEX Ventures, discusses how Europe’s Deep Tech Renaissance can bridge the innovation gap with Silicon Valley.

3D printing could improve the future of large scale quantum computers

Miniaturised ion traps built with 3D printing may be the key to creating more powerful quantum machines.

EU launches new health funding calls to boost crisis preparedness

HaDEA opens 2025 EU4Health proposals focused on CBRN threats and vector-borne diseases.

The UK launches a campaign in Spain and Germany to boost research partnerships through Horizon Europe

The UK government has launched a new international campaign aimed at positioning the country as a leading research and innovation partner through Horizon Europe.

Syros is emerging as a European hub for maritime innovation through EIT Digital Summer school

The island of Syros in Greece is upping its efforts in Europe’s maritime innovation efforts with a partnership between the University of Aegean and EIT Digital.

R&I days 2025: Showcasing innovation in health, mining and urban well-being

The sixth edition of the European Research and Innovation (R&I) Days will take place on 16-17 September 2025 at The Square in Brussels, bringing together key players from across Europe’s research, business, and innovation.

Canada: Science and research policy update

Explore exciting developments in the Canadian Government’s science and research policy, focusing on collaboration and artificial intelligence.

A new telescope design could be key in finding Earth-like planets

A new proposal from astrophysicist Professor Heidi Newberg at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute could change the way astronomers search for habitable planets.

Nagoya University startup brings GaN-based electron beam breakthrough to KIOXIA’s semiconductor lines

A new semiconductor inspection and metrology platform, developed through a collaboration between Nagoya University and its startup, Photoelectron Soul Inc. (PeS), is set to begin validation in KIOXIA’s advanced production lines.

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