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Commissionner Màire Geoghegan-Quinn - Research, Innovation and Science

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Commissioner visits Luxembourg where she meets with Mr. Fraçois Biltgen, Minister for Higher Education and Research, and visits the 'Cité des Sciences'. 23 March 2012

26/03/2012

Meeting of Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn with Bill Gates, Brussels, 23 January 2012

24/01/2012

"Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, EU Commissioner for Research, Innovation and Science, met today with Mr Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. They discussed topics related to the remit of the Commissioner and of interest to both sides, including poverty-related diseases, rare diseases, the European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) and food security."

Commissioner signs Memorandum of Understanding with Moldova, Brussels, 11 October 2011

12/10/2011

"Following the signature today, Moldova will become the 14th country associated to FP7, with effect from 1 January 2012. Moldova is to be warmly congratulated as the first country from the Eastern Partnership countries to associate to the Framework Programme and only the second country from the European Neighbourhood Policy Countries"

You name it! - Launch of Competition for a New Name for the next EU Research and Innovation Programme!

28/03/2011

Proposals to be received by midnight on 10 May 2011.  Winners will be announced by Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn on 10 June in Brussels.

Commissioner meets Enda Kenny, new Irish Taoiseach (Prime Minister)

10/03/2011

More photos in the Photo gallery: Commissioner meets Enda Kenny, Irish Prime Minister

Commissioner launches Communication on Europe 2020 Flagship Initiative - Innovation Union

06/10/2010

The European Commission's "Innovation Union", tabled today, sets out a strategic approach to innovation, driven by the highest political level. 

EUROPE: Where Knowledge Has No Borders - The EURAXESS Event, 5/10/2010, Brussels

05/10/2010

DG Research and Commissioner Máire Geoghegan-Quinn are delighted to announce the EURAXESS event, showcasing the most inspiring and ingenious researchers at the forefront of European and international innovation.

Commissioner announces €6.4 billion for smart growth and jobs – Europe's biggest ever investment in research and innovation, 19 July 2010

19/07/2010

“Investment in research and innovation is the only smart and lasting way out of crisis and towards sustainable and socially equitable growth”

1000th ERC Grantee Award Event, 24 June 2010, Munich

24/06/2010

“People like yourself provide a role model for all the young women scientists in Europe that are at the beginning of their career - and may encourage them to vigourously pursue their career further”

"Innovation Union" webstreaming event

17/06/2010

17 June 10h00-11h00 CET*Your chance to ask Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn live online about her plan to turn Europe into an "Innovation Union" and to let her know your suggestions.

Innovation Union!

17/06/2010

The Commissioner's Webstreaming event where she talked about the European Union's Innovation Strategy, the kind of Europe that it's citizens would like to see, and the ways in which we could bring this to fruition. The Commissioner was unable to answer all of the questions on the day due to time constraints, but you can now read those questions and answers online (last updated on 13 July).

Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn's visit to Washington D.C., US, 27 May to 1 June 2010

27/05/2010

"I think it's very important to let the rest of the world - and the United States in particular - know that despite the fact that Europe is going through a very severe economic crisis, the same as is happening right around the world, that the European Union is open for business." 

Joint Statement by Máire Geoghegan-Quinn and Vince Cable, UK Secretary of State for Business

25/05/2010

The UK Business Secretary, Vince Cable, and Commissioner Máire Geoghegan-Quinn met today during Mr. Cable's first visit to Brussels since taking up his new post. 

Interview: "I don't think Brussels is more 'macho' than Bordeaux, Berlin, Bratislava or Birmingham !"

06/05/2010

"There are more women members nominated to this new Commission than any previous one. President Barroso fought for that and has a strong personal commitment to equal opportunities at all levels." 

Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn visits Joint Research Centre in Geel as nuclear physics unveils secrets of Bronze Age sword

25/02/2010

"The analysis of an ancient sword using 21st century technology is an example of how European research work also enhances cultural and historical knowledge." 

Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn's visit to Joint Research Centre in Geel (IRMM)

25/02/2010

"It is reassuring to know that the European Commission can count on the scientific expertise of the Joint Research Centre during the policy making process. It works in all the areas most crucial to the daily lives of Europeans." 

The new Commission takes office

10/02/2010

"I am delighted that the European Parliament has now approved the new European Commission and I am very excited about the next five years as Commissioner for Research, Innovation and Science."