Blog: The future of science is Europe, the Future of Europe is Science
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The message we brought back from Lisbon is that Europe has to recognise the vital role that Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) will play in determining our future, both for the European economy and culture.
And this is a two-way message; our societal and cultural strengths and diversity will help Europe to take a leading role in shaping new scientific fields: "The future of science is Europe".
Watch videos highlights of the conference
Conference website "The future of Europe is science" Oct2014