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AI Has a Place in Research, but Not in Evaluation of Horizon Europe Proposals, Commission Says

AI Has a Place in Research, but Not in Evaluation of Horizon Europe Proposals, Commission Says

The European Commission wants to encourage researchers to use generative AI, but also warns of risks to the scientific process saying,  "These tools could harm research integrity and raise questions about the ability of current models to combat deceptive scientific practices and misinformation."

Policy Advice in Times of Crisis

Policy Advice in Times of Crisis

In sudden crises, there is a lot of uncertainty, yet decisions need to be made quickly. Alexander Bogner and his team used examples from Austria, Germany and the UK to shed light on what good policy advice should look like in times of crisis.

National Science Board Reports a Need for More Support of STEM Talent

National Science Board Reports a Need for More Support of STEM Talent

U.S. National Science Board members called for more robust funding for science and engineering.

Promotion of Scientific Freedom and the Safety of Scientists: A New Programme and Call to Action

Promotion of Scientific Freedom and the Safety of Scientists: A New Programme and Call to Action

Science can best flourish in an open and safe ecosystem that encourages the free flow of ideas.

Wiley announces pilot of new AI-powered Papermill Detection service

Wiley announces pilot of new AI-powered Papermill Detection service

From the London Book Fair, Wiley today unveiled plans for its new AI-powered Papermill Detection service.

Enabling Open Access to Books

Enabling Open Access to Books

CERN and the not-for-profit organization OAPEN Foundation are happy to announce a further expansion of their collaboration to jointly promote open access to books.

When is Policy Evidence-Based?

When is Policy Evidence-Based?

What are the conditions under which a policymaker is justified in claiming that a given policy is evidence-based?

We Need a University Check for New EU Legislation

We Need a University Check for New EU Legislation

The wave of new EU digital regulation has revealed a particular blind spot in EU policy making. While these regulations are not specific to universities, they do have a considerable impact on the day-to-day running of these institutions.

Universities of Applied Sciences Call for Timely and Equitable Access to Work Programmes in FP10

Universities of Applied Sciences Call for Timely and Equitable Access to Work Programmes in FP10

The European Commission should improve the adoption and publication of research work programmes in the next framework programme, FP10, say universities of applied sciences.  

UK and EU Renew Research Ties with New London Hub and Chips Partnership

UK and EU Renew Research Ties with New London Hub and Chips Partnership

A new milestone in the revival of EU-UK science relations has been reached with the launch of EIT Hub UK by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), following the UK's association to Horizon Europe at the beginning of 2024.

US Holds off China Challenge in Global R&D Spending Race

US Holds off China Challenge in Global R&D Spending Race

Closely watched science and technology indicators from Washington DC show the US is still the world's biggest spender on research and development, confounding expectations that China would takeover the lead.

Nobel Prize Scientists on AI, Democracy and Critical Thinking

Nobel Prize Scientists on AI, Democracy and Critical Thinking

Nobel prize-winning scientists and a world-leading AI researcher highlighted the dazzling potential of AI to support research, the contributions of science to democracy and the importance of critical thinking in the age of AI, at a Nobel Prize Dialogue held in Brussels this week.

Cost of Damage to Ukraine's Scientific Infrastructure over $1.2B and 'growing Every Day'

Cost of Damage to Ukraine's Scientific Infrastructure over $1.2B and 'growing Every Day'

The total cost of reconstructing Ukraine's public science infrastructure currently stands at more than $1.26 billion (€1.15 billion), according to a study by UNESCO.

The Reason Why Africa's Borders Are So Straight is More Complicated Than Most Think

The Reason Why Africa's Borders Are So Straight is More Complicated Than Most Think

Research shows Africa's borders were not entirely arbitrary, shaped instead by negotiations involving precolonial territories and geographical landmarks.

'Despair': Argentinian Researchers Protest As President Begins Dismantling Science

'Despair': Argentinian Researchers Protest As President Begins Dismantling Science

Javier Milei's actions after taking office have research institutions facing shutdown.

Biden Seeks to Boost Science Funding - but His Budget Faces an Ominous Future

Biden Seeks to Boost Science Funding - but His Budget Faces an Ominous Future

The US president proposes a 2025 budget even as negotiations continue over the 2024 budget.