Samuel Olusola

Viewpoint: the next framework programme must remember the human dimension

23 Apr 2024 |  EU research is a bed-rock to ‘Project EU’, forging countless relationships and friendships across Europe. This must be retained in FP10 By Monica Schofield Monica Schofield is a R&D consultant and head of a funding advice unit at Tutech, a TTO serving Hamburg University of Technology. She is also convenor of a […]

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High-profile report urges EU to create a ‘fifth freedom’ of research and innovation

Former Italian prime minister calls for R&I to be at the core of the EU single market, but leading MEP worries it could lead to a top-down approach to technology and science By Thomas Brent and Eleonora Francica Former Italian prime minister Enrico Letta (left) and the European Council president Charles Michel attending the press conference on the Report on the future of the Single

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Canada plans big rise in R&D and education funding

Universities, companies cheer new budget plans for AI, scholarships, and research infrastructure – but ultimate cost of joining Horizon Europe not yet clear By Richard L. Hudson and David Matthews Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Photo credits: jiawangkun / BigStock After years of complaints about under-funding, the Canadian government announced plans for a big rise in spending on research and

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Commission adds extra €1.4B to EU research spending this year

Changes to Horizon Europe’s 2023/24 work programme will see new calls to Pillar 2 and a top-up for Missions, while fresh life is breathed into the New European Bauhaus By Goda Naujokaitytė Berlaymont building, headquarter of the European Commission, Brussels, Belgium. Photo credits: Bogdan Hoyaux / European Union The European Commission is adding €1.4 billion to

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UPCOMING EVENT

Mastering the Art of Scientific Project Management/Coordination – Online Training Cognity Advisory, present our upcoming online training on “Mastering the Art of Scientific Project Management/Coordination.” This training is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in managing and coordinating scientific projects effectively. – Date: 25th April, 2024 – Time:

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Digital tools for CSP and solar thermal plants

HORIZON-CL5-2024-D3-02-01 General information Programme Horizon Europe Framework Programme (HORIZON) Budget overview Call Sustainable, secure and competitive energy supply (HORIZON-CL5-2024-D3-02) Type of action HORIZON-IA HORIZON Innovation Actions Type of MGA HORIZON Lump Sum Grant [HORIZON-AG-LS] Forthcoming Deadline model single-stage Planned opening date 17 September 2024 Deadline date 21 January 2025 17:00:00 Brussels time Topic description ExpectedOutcome:

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European Researchers’ Night and Researchers at Schools 2026-2027

HORIZON-MSCA-2025-CITIZENS-01-01 General information Programme Horizon Europe Framework Programme (HORIZON) Budget overview Call MSCA and Citizens 2025 (HORIZON-MSCA-2025-CITIZENS-01) Type of action HORIZON-CSA HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions Type of MGA HORIZON Lump Sum Grant [HORIZON-AG-LS] Forthcoming Deadline model single-stage Planned opening date 17 June 2025 Deadline date 22 October 2025 17:00:00 Brussels time Topic description Expected

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Feedback opportunity for Horizon Europe work programme 2025 now open!

Today, the European Commission launched the feedback opportunity for Horizon Europe work programme 2025. Responses submitted through the survey will contribute to the co-design of the ‘main’ work programme 2025. The feedback opportunity is open for three weeks and will close on 6 May 2024 midday, CET. The feedback is being collected at the level of the

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ERC Advanced Grants: €652 million for leading researchers in Europe

The European Research Council (ERC) has announced the names of 255 outstanding research leaders in Europe set to be awarded ERC Advanced Grants. The funding is amongst the EU’s most prestigious and competitive, providing leading senior researchers with the opportunity to pursue ambitious, curiosity-driven projects that could lead to major scientific breakthroughs. The new grants,

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