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EU 'Lagging Behind' on New Approaches to Research Funding

EU 'Lagging Behind' on New Approaches to Research Funding

EU countries and the European Commission aren't experimenting enough with new ways to fund research, according to a member of the expert group advising the Commission on how to design the next Framework Programme."EU countries are lagging behind somewhat in adopting or understanding or applying novel approaches to science funding," said Sylvia Schwaag Serger, president of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Science, at a conference in London this week on the study of science, known as metascience. 

Horizon Papers: Industry Calls Get a Clean Industrial Deal Makeover in 2026-27

Horizon Papers: Industry Calls Get a Clean Industrial Deal Makeover in 2026-27

Europe's Clean Industrial Deal is making itself felt in Horizon Europe, according to a leaked early draft of the 2026-27 work programme for Cluster 4, which covers digital, industry and space research.

Congress Shows First Signs of Resisting Trump’s Plans to Slash Science Budgets

Congress Shows First Signs of Resisting Trump’s Plans to Slash Science Budgets

House panel rejects cuts to agricultural research, and Senators express doubts about cuts to NIH and forest research.

The ”Immune System” of a Safe and Equal Europe is in Danger, According to Researchers

The ”Immune System” of a Safe and Equal Europe is in Danger, According to Researchers

The Association of ERC Grantees (AERG) released a statement in which it urges European leaders to protect fundamental science by increasing the autonomy of the European Research Council (ERC). 

Science Minister Outlines Plans for 10-Year R&D Funding

Science Minister Outlines Plans for 10-Year R&D Funding

Long-term budgets will “provide certainty” and “unlock vital business investment”, says Patrick Vallance.

NSF’s Grant Cuts Fall Heaviest on Scientists from Underrepresented Groups

NSF’s Grant Cuts Fall Heaviest on Scientists from Underrepresented Groups

Projects to broaden participation were cut disproportionately—and were often led by Black scientists, women, and those with disabilities.

The NSF Is Being Dismantled - With Broad Implications For The American Economy

The NSF Is Being Dismantled - With Broad Implications For The American Economy

The economic consequences of cuts to the National Science Foundation and restricting scientific inquiry on this scale could be far-reaching.

Science Requires Ethical Oversight - Without Federal Dollars, Society's Health and Safety Are at Risk

Science Requires Ethical Oversight - Without Federal Dollars, Society's Health and Safety Are at Risk

There are several steps between research on seemingly esoteric subjects and breakthrough medical treatments. Ethical oversight at every stage ensures science and society ultimately benefit.

Princton University joins lawsuit challenging federal cap on research overhead costs, citing threat to scientific innovation

Princton University joins lawsuit challenging federal cap on research overhead costs, citing threat to scientific innovation

Princeton University and 15 other leading research institutions and academic associations have filed a lawsuit against the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Will US Science Survive Trump 2.0?

Will US Science Survive Trump 2.0?

President Donald Trump and his administration have gutted science agencies, terminated research programmes and cancelled billions of dollars in grants to universities. What are the long-term impacts for the United States and the world?

Trump Halts New NIH Grants to International Health-research Partners

Trump Halts New NIH Grants to International Health-research Partners

Stepping up its America-first campaign, the Trump administration has started to cut funding for medical-research projects that involve foreign labs. The move will disrupt clinical trials for new medicines now underway, critics warned. 

UK to Launch Scheme to Recruit Global Research Talent After Trump Crackdown

UK to Launch Scheme to Recruit Global Research Talent After Trump Crackdown

Initiative backed by £50mn in government money comes as US administration seeks to cut funding and suppress research.

Does US Science Have a Future in Antarctica? Trump Cuts Threaten to Cancel Fieldwork and More

Does US Science Have a Future in Antarctica? Trump Cuts Threaten to Cancel Fieldwork and More

Funding for the National Science Foundation, which finances research at US bases on the icy continent, has already been reduced, and the agency faces steeper cuts soon.

Director Angelika Kalt Steps Down After 17 Years at the SNSF

Director Angelika Kalt Steps Down After 17 Years at the SNSF

A new chapter has begun at the SNSF with the retirement of its Director, Angelika Kalt. Over the past 17 years, she has played a central role in developing the institution and tackling the challenges it faces.