The ERC’s 2024 Work Programme has been adopted by the European Commission. The plan includes new elements in the assessment of research proposals and candidates’ CVs, and in the evaluation process. It also introduces lump sum funding in Advanced Grants and makes changes in the structure of evaluation panels. Main features of 2024 Work Programme …
For innovation to happen, multiple players need to join forces, such as academic institutions, business entities, public authorities and societal actors (e.g. civil society organisations, citizens, end users, media, cultural actors etc.). All have the crucial role of keeping a balance between the world’s needs and the end-products of the innovation process. This is known …
The ECA-EUI fellowship programme is a funding opportunity for early-career researchers in the field of the EU public finances and policies. Two research grants (€5 000 each) are available in 2023. The deadline for applications is Friday 6 October 2023. The European Court of Auditors and the European University Institute in Florence are now accepting applications …
Did you know that for over a decade more than 80 Erasmus+ projects have been working on making the Bologna process a reality? For about 25 years, 49 countries inside and outside the EU have been working to bring their higher education systems closer to each other. How? By putting in place: the three-cycle structure …
The future of education is being revolutionised by technological advancements, and artificial intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of this transformation. To explore the boundless possibilities of AI in education, the European Digital Education Hub (EDEH) organised a vibrant and dynamic community workshop in Bucharest on 29 and 30 June, 2023. It brought together 30 …
On 11 July 2023, the Commission adopted a new strategy on Web 4.0 and virtual worlds to steer the next technological transition and ensure an open, secure, trustworthy, fair and inclusive digital environment for EU citizens, businesses and public administrations. Virtual worlds will impact the way people live together, bringing both opportunities and risks that …
The 2023 edition of the European Innovation Scoreboard and the bi-yearly edition of the Regional Innovation Scoreboard showcase that, despite the recent crises, EU Member States and their regions keep improving their innovation performance. The European Innovation Scoreboard 2023 highlights a substantial improvement in the innovation performance of approximately 8.5% since 2016, confirming the EU’s …
The Commission added a pillar to the European Health Union: a new comprehensive approach to mental health. With 20 flagship initiatives and €1.23 billion in EU funding from different financial instruments, the Commission will support Member States putting people and their mental health first. This communication – which follows the commitment made by President von der …
The European Commission launched a new call for tender for a study on flag State responsibilities and “open registers” for vessels registration. The call has a budget of EUR 400,000 and is funded under the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF). The objective of the study is to provide the European Commission with an up-to-date analysis of the …
Energy-saving blockchain technology, replacing outdated electric motors and integrating smart energy services are among the LIFE projects forming a new #SmartEnergyCluster aimed at achieving a sustainable and efficient energy system. Energy-saving blockchain technology, replacing outdated electric motors and integrating smart energy services are among the LIFE projects forming a new #SmartEnergyCluster aimed at achieving a …