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Commission seeks feedback on the Ocean Observation Initiative

As part of a call for evidence open until 27 February, the Commission wants stakeholders, experts and citizens to shape one of the cornerstones of the European Ocean Pact. The initiative will improve access to actionable marine knowledge for everyone who relies on the ocean and make the EU a global leader in ocean observation and the development of related technologies.

 
How Europe’s research labs and pharma firms learned to talk to each other

Despite sharing a common mission to discover new drugs, European research labs and pharmaceutical companies often speak different dialects. EU-OPENSCREEN was set up to change this by creating a continent-wide research infrastructure for chemical biology and early drug discovery. Within the EU-funded EU-OPENSCREEN-DRIVE project, one of the most effective tools did not turn out to be a new machine or invention, but the Industry Liaison Office.

 
EU Organic Awards open for applications

The Awards offer seven prizes across six categories – showcasing innovation, sustainability, and real impact in the organic sector. They spotlight the best in organic food and farming. Will you be this year’s winner? Register by 26 April to be nominated.

 
Apply to be part of the Festival of the New European Bauhaus 2026!

The European Commission is hosting the third New European Bauhaus Festival in Brussels from 9-13 June 2026. Whether you’re a scientist, artist, designer, event organiser, or passionate about a sustainable, inclusive, and beautiful future, you can apply now. Submit your application for the Fair or Festy by 15 October, or to organise a satellite event by 31 December.

 
Apply to be part of the Festival of the New European Bauhaus 2026

The European Commission is hosting the third New European Bauhaus Festival in Brussels from 9-13 June 2026. Whether you’re a scientist, artist, designer, event organiser, or passionate about a sustainable, inclusive, and beautiful future, you can apply now. Submit your application for the Fair or Festy by 15 October, or to organise a satellite event by 31 December.