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Record number of proposals for MSCA COFUND programme

The 2025 call for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) COFUND scheme has closed with a record 136 proposals submitted, which is a significant increase from previous years.

Photonics innovation on display at CLEO®/Europe-EQEC and laser world of photonics 2025

Munich, Germany, will become a global hub for laser and photonics innovation from June 23 to 27, 2025, as it hosts the CLEO®/Europe-EQEC Conference alongside the Laser World of Photonics trade fair.

MSCA’s €16.3 million call opens to bring science closer to the public

The European Commission has launched a new call under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) and Citizens initiative, dedicating €16.25 million to support over 40...

CBE JU workshop spotlights breakthroughs in bio‑based materials for agriculture

A first-of-its-kind workshop hosted by CBE JU brought together leading researchers and industry voices to explore how bio-based solutions are reshaping the future of farming and packaging across Europe.

Europe’s top researchers awarded €721 million by ERC

The European Research Council (ERC) has announced the results of its latest Advanced Grant competition, awarding €721 to 281 researchers across Europe.

Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions continue to improve research careers and EU innovation

The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) remain a vital component of the European Union’s research and innovation ecosystem.

The impact of ERC proof of concept grants

A new report highlights the real-world impact of the ERC Proof of Concept (PoC) Grants and their research support.

Europe’s Innovation Act: A policy blueprint to unlock startup potential and digital infrastructure at scale

As Europe charts its economic future amid global uncertainties, the European Commission’s new Startup and Scaleup Strategy signals a pivotal shift in how innovation is conceived—not only as a commercial activity, but as a core strategic asset underpinning EU sovereignty, resilience, and growth.

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.

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.

EIC board encourages stronger national and regional support for deep tech innovation

The European Innovation Council (EIC) Board calls on EU Member States and regions to better align their innovation funding efforts with the EIC's programmes to support the growth of deep tech start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

39 more cities earn EU mission label for climate neutrality efforts

The European Commission has awarded the prestigious EU Mission Label to 39 additional cities as part of the EU Mission for Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities.

UK researchers gain better access to Horizon Europe funding

UK scientists, researchers, and businesses will now benefit from expanded access to Horizon Europe funding calls, specifically for quantum and space research, following the release of the 2025 Horizon Europe Work Programme.

ERC launches €1.8 million initiative to improve grant support across Europe

To maintain support for researchers throughout Europe, the European Research Council (ERC) is launching a new initiative worth €1.8 million to improve the quality and consistency of the assistance provided by National Contact Points (NCPs).

Horizon Europe 2025 work programme nears adoption as drafts are pre-published

The European Commission has taken another step toward finalising its flagship research and innovation funding initiative, Horizon Europe, by pre-publishing the draft version of its 2025 work programme.

EU advances in research and innovation, but continued investment remains important

The European Union has made significant strides in research and innovation over the past decade, which was highlighted in the newly published 2024 European Research Area (ERA) Scoreboard and Dashboard.

Horizon Europe’s Cluster 6 funding

Horizon Europe, the European Union's flagship research and innovation program, continues its commitment to a sustainable future with its Cluster 6 funding initiatives.

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