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2024 Photonics breakthroughs: Microresonators advance electron-photon control

A recent study reviews the major photonics breakthroughs of 2024, focusing on a team’s pioneering work to couple free electrons with nonlinear optical states in integrated microresonators, unlocking new potential for advanced electron control and imaging.

Abundant iron-based material ready to power the next generation of lithium-ion batteries

Stanford scientists have achieved a breakthrough in iron-based materials, demonstrating a new high-energy state. This discovery, published in Nature Materials, paves the way for powerful, ethical, and cheaper lithium-ion batteries that avoid expensive cobalt and nickel.

UK announces £55 billion to be spent on science and technology breakthroughs

The UK government has announced a £55 billion funding boost for science and technology research, marking the largest-ever investment in research and development (R&D) by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT).

European Commission and private investors launch multi-billion Scale-up Europe Fund

The European Commission joined with private investors to create the Scaleup Europe Fund to strengthen Europe's innovation landscape.

EIT backs EU innovation act that will strengthen global competitiveness

The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) has welcomed the European Commission’s work on the upcoming EU Innovation Act, describing it as an ambitious step toward boosting Europe’s innovation capacity and global competitiveness.

New EU-Africa partnership will strengthen scientific collaboration

A new chapter in global scientific cooperation has begun with the signing of an agreement between the African Academy of Sciences (AAS) and the European Research Council (ERC).

Egypt becomes the second African Nation to join Horizon Europe

Egypt has officially joined Horizon Europe, creating a new chapter in EU–Africa scientific collaboration.

241 proposals submitted for MSCA and citizens call 2025

The latest Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) and Citizens, as part of Horizon Europe, have received a lot of attention across the continent, with 241 proposals submitted before the October 22 deadline.

Over €140 million has been awarded to transform visionary science into breakthrough innovation

The European Innovation Council (EIC) has announced the results of its 2025 Pathfinder Open call, providing over €140 million to support 44 new research projects across Europe and beyond.

EIC Accelerator receives almost 1,000 companies competing for 2025 cut off

The European Innovation Council (EIC) has received a surge of interest in its final EIC Accelerator funding round for 2025, with 923 start-ups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) submitting full applications by the 1 October deadline.

New £4 million fellowship programme to explore AI’s impact on science

A new £4 million international fellowship programme has been launched to investigate how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming scientific research.

€28M programme advances precision oncology in Ireland

A €28 million programme brings together universities, charities and industry to advance precision oncology in Ireland and develop tailored cancer diagnostics and treatments.

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.

£2.4m funding to develop non-invasive treatment for keratoconus

University of Liverpool researchers receive £2.4 million to advance a minimally invasive treatment for keratoconus, aiming to improve patient access and reduce NHS costs.

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.

€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.

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