The EIC Board has released a set of observations on the use of consultants for EIC applications. While applicants are free to seek consultancy services, the review underscores that success in EIC calls is achievable without them. It also highlights the main support options, like National Contact Points, university technology transfer services, and insights from …
The Critical Medicines Alliance, a consultative mechanism bringing together relevant stakeholders from EU Member States, key industries, the civil society, and the scientific community, have published a report with key findings and proposed recommendations covering various different challenges of the supply chains of critical medicines. On the main industrial challenges, the Report notes an overreliance on a limited …
The European Commission has adopted a new package of proposals to simplify EU rules, boost competitiveness, and unlock additional investment capacity. This is a major step forward in creating a more favourable business environment to help EU companies grow, innovate, and create quality jobs. By bringing our competitiveness and climate goals together, we are creating …
The Commission and the European Environment Agency (EEA) published the second Zero Pollution Monitoring and Outlook report, which provides an overview of the EU’s work to meet the 2030 zero pollution targets. The Commission also published its fourth Clean Air Outlook report. The reports show that EU policies have contributed to reducing air pollution, pesticide use and plastic litter at sea. However, pollution …
The Commission is putting forward an Action Plan with short-term measures to lower energy costs, complete the Energy Union, attract investments and be better prepared for potential energy crises. The EU is at a crucial turning point for its competitiveness, decarbonisation and security, with a clear need to act. Structurally high energy costs are hurting our citizens and businesses. The challenges are …
The Commission presents the Clean Industrial Deal, a bold business plan to support the competitiveness and resilience of our industry. The Deal will accelerate decarbonisation, while securing the future of manufacturing in Europe. Faced with high energy costs and fierce and often unfair global competition, our industries need urgent support. This Deal positions decarbonisation as a …
Apply before 15 March to join an expert group connected to HEInnovate, a tool of the European Strategy for Universities. A new HEInnovate expert group HEInnovate will create a new group of experts with the mission to enhance innovation and entrepreneurship in higher education, in line with the new political priorities of the European Commission. The new HEInnovate …
This recognition will allow MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships applicants to seek alternative funding for their excellent projects. The European Commission awarded Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Seal of Excellence certificates to 2,939 applicants under the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2024 call. These applicants submitted excellent proposals but did not receive funding due to insufficient budget. The proposals that received …
The main purpose of the new list is to improve the quality of the risk assessment of hazardous medicinal products (HMPs). It aims at further strengthening the safety of workers due to the exposure to HMPs. The Commission issued on 18 February 2025 a Communication establishing an Indicative list of hazardous medicinal products. It completes the previous Guidance for the …
The second progress report on the climate and environmental objectives of the 8th Environment Action Programme (8EAP) published by the European Environment Agency on Thursday shows that the EU is partially on track towards its 2030 climate and environmental goals and targets, demonstrating that more must be done. The assessment shows positive progress in certain areas, including reducing …