What’s New in Horizon Europe Work Programmes in 2027
The Commission’s draft work programme update includes preparations for the next Horizon Europe and a biodiversity mega-call.
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Chair of Parliament’s Research Committee Wants EU Funding to Be Fairer
Chair of Parliament’s Research Committee Wants EU Funding to Be Fairer
Borys Budka says Horizon Europe evaluation criteria should reward scientific merit, not access to grant writing infrastructure.
Kazakhstan’s Horizon Europe Association is A Win-Win, Says Science Minister
Kazakhstan’s Horizon Europe Association is A Win-Win, Says Science Minister
Sayasat Nurbek tells Science|Business why he thinks the EU is missing a trick in its collaboration with Kazakhstan
Europe is Ditching US Tech - What Does This Mean for Researchers?
European governments are choosing European digital tools - and some universities and researchers are doing the same.
EU Governments Make Final Push for FP10 Deal this Month
Research ministers are still hopeful of reaching a partial agreement on next Horizon Europe in June after meeting to discuss remaining hurdles
EU Governments Miss Target for FP10 Agreement
Research sector urges Council to consider Parliament’s ideas for future research and innovation instruments as agreement is delayed.
Slovakia revises R&D approach to increase focus on competitiveness
Slovakia revises R&D approach to increase focus on competitiveness
The country has set bold ambitions to revamp its research sector, with experts on the ground saying steady improvement is being made.
Serbia’s National Research Fund ‘on Hiatus’ as Researchers Face Delays in Grant Evaluation
Serbia’s National Research Fund ‘on Hiatus’ as Researchers Face Delays in Grant Evaluation
Competitive funding is breaking down just a few years after it was set up using EU and World Bank money.
‘Academic Huxit.’ Hungarian Researchers Speak out on Impact of EU Ban
‘Academic Huxit.’ Hungarian Researchers Speak out on Impact of EU Ban
Being frozen out of Horizon Europe and Erasmus+ for over three years has taken its toll on the country’s academics.
EU Research Funding Should Do More to Support Scholars at Risk, Advocates Say
EU Research Funding Should Do More to Support Scholars at Risk, Advocates Say
Afghanistan is the latest test case for how Europe helps researchers threatened at home or fleeing abroad.
EU Governments Hatch Plan to Secure Key Role in Next Horizon Europe
EU Governments Hatch Plan to Secure Key Role in Next Horizon Europe
Leaked documents contain measures calculated to strengthen role of EU member states in strategic priority setting.
European universities call for stronger research cooperation
Rectors’ conferences across Europe unite behind call for ambitious Horizon Europe budget and long-term funding for university alliances
Viewpoint: It's Time to Experiment with How Europe Funds Science
An experimental metascience unit would allow the Commission to test innovative ways of awarding research funds with immediate impact.
FP10 Should Remain Open, Excellent and Secure
Applying an ‘EU preference’ to advanced science and technology will only increase Europe’s strategic vulnerabilities.
Horizon Europe Is Now Truly Global. But What Comes Next?
As Australia agrees to associate, questions remain over whether the programme will be genuinely international, or EU-first.
Commission postpones European Innovation Act
Observers suggest the delay could be due to disagreements between the Commission directorates handling research and innovation policy.
Applications Flood In For First EIC Advanced Innovation Challenge Call
High demand means that only 2.8% of applicants will receive ARPA-style European Innovation Council funding
EU Considers Model Contracts for Academic Researchers
Voluntary model contracts could boost researcher mobility and set standards for career development, says Commissioner Ekaterina Zaharieva
Commission Looks to Boost Palestinian Involvement in Horizon Europe
Commission Looks to Boost Palestinian Involvement in Horizon Europe
Virtual research collaboration hub will help researchers from Gaza develop their skills and find project partners in Europe
Widening, ECF Links and Priority Setting Top List of Horizon Europe Sticking Points
Widening, ECF Links and Priority Setting Top List of Horizon Europe Sticking Points
EU governments have key questions to resolve if agreement on the next EU research programme is to be reached in May.
The EU's Strategic Rebalancing of Research Partnerships with China
EU limits Chinese participation in key Horizon Europe research areas, signaling a strategic shift in global science policy.
EU Ombudswoman Probes Use of AI to Evaluate Research Funding Bids
The groundbreaking inquiry follows a complaint from a Polish company that the use of AI to evaluate its EIC bid was unfair.
EU Budget Flexibility Gives Brussels Too Much Power, Says Ex-Commissioner
Geopolitical imperatives should not give the Commission the right to move funding at its discretion, Lewandowski says
International science cooperation must go on, say research leaders
Science leaders in Europe and Canada say international cooperation must go on amid geopolitical turmoil. At the same time, Europe and like-minded countries should continue to enhance and diversify international partnerships.
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