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The EU directive revising the lists of pollutants in surface and groundwaters entered into force on 11 May 2026, ensuring that the lists are aligned with the latest scientific advice and that new substances will be monitored more closely and subject to stricter controls. Three pieces of EU legislation will be adapted accordingly: the Water Framework Directive, the Environmental …
The Commission has published an update of the ERA Living Guidelines on the responsible use of Generative AI in research – a set of recommendations offering simple and operational guidance to the research community to foster the adoption and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (AI). The updated Living Guidelines have been refined to address the rapid …
A new Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree in multilingualism and cultural diversity (MultiDiverse) is now open for applications. This interdisciplinary programme brings together expertise in linguistics, education, psychology and sociology. It is jointly delivered by the University of Konstanz, the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and the Jagiellonian University. Students will study in 3 countries and …
The European Commission launched a public consultation to help shape the European Ocean Act, a key legislative proposal under the European Ocean Pact, set for adoption in 2026. The Ocean Act aims to strengthen ocean governance in the EU, serving as a single reference point for all economic, climate, environmental, and social targets to protect and sustainably use ocean resources. Running until 16 …
The European Commission and the European Committee of the Regions signed a new Joint Action Plan to enhance the role of cities and regions in research and innovation (R&I). The Joint Action Plan is structured around four key priority areas and a flexible set of 11 actions, to be delivered upon by the end of the Commission’s 2024-2029 mandate. …
The LIFE Calls for proposals 2026 have been launched. They’re your opportunity to help drive Europe’s green transition by turning your ideas into real investment solutions. Launching amid a renewed energy crisis and increased global geopolitical instability, the LIFE 2026 Calls for proposals, with a budget of €601.5 million, support EU measures to increase competitiveness, …
The European Commission outlined to representatives from EU Member States and the Southern Mediterranean the first set of key initiatives, in the form of an Action Plan, to advance the implementation of the Pact for the Mediterranean. The Pact was developed through an extensive and inclusive consultation process with governments, civil society, youth, private sector, and …
We are pleased to invite you to the third lecture in the One Archaeological Science Seminar Series. Interdisciplinary Studies in Archaeological Science: Use of Isotopes. Communities of practice in Bronze Age and Early Iron Age metallurgy across southeastern Europe and the eastern Mediterranean by Dr Vana Orfanou (Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich) 23 April 2026 | …
We are pleased to invite you to the second lecture in the One Archaeological Science Seminar Series. Interdisciplinary Studies in Archaeological Science: Use of Isotopes. Stable Isotope Fingerprinting: Tracing Mobility, Diet, and Human–Material Interactions in the Ancient World by Dr Dafni Kyropoulou (Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, NCSR “Demokritos”) 22 April 2026 | 14:00–15:00 Hybrid event …
We are pleased to invite you to the first lecture in the One Archaeological Science Seminar Series. Interdisciplinary Studies in Archaeological Science: Use of Isotopes. Invisible Networks? Isotopic Perspectives on Exchange in Ancient Southwest Asia by Dr Kristina A. Franke (Ruhr-University Bochum) 21 April 2026 | 14:00–15:00 Hybrid event – join in person or online …